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Design Manager roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your credentials and the employer's job requirements. PERM labor certification is the standard first step, requiring your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position before filing your I-140 immigrant petition.
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Do you build trusted relationships across the architecture & design community and thrive in market-facing work? Do you enjoy developing new business within targeted firms while collaborating closely with dealers and account teams? Are you energized by leading complex projects and turning opportunities into awarded business? If so, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to consider!
Helping You Thrive By:
- Offering competitive wages and benefits, that support your life both in and out of work
- Providing a flexible hybrid work schedule, meaning we expect the office to be your primary place of work, balanced with choice and control.
- Creating continuous learning opportunities to help you grow and upskill.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion where employees feel seen, heard and valued, and living it out every day.
- Empowering you to make a meaningful impact on people and the planet through your work and Steelcase’s ongoing commitment.
You’ll Support Meaningful Work By:
- Building relationships with 10+ targeted architecture & design firms to develop new business
- Collaborating with dealer partners to strengthen engagement and drive opportunities
- Supporting account activities alongside Client Business Managers (CBMs)
- Leading complex, large-volume projects from concept through execution
- Managing administrative tasks such as CRM updates and event coordination
- Attending networking events and industry functions to expand market presence
- Developing strategic pricing strategies to support competitive bids
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience engaging with the Architecture & Design (A&D) community
- Market development and sales experience
- Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to attend networking events (2+ nights/week)
- Experience in collaborative selling and managing complex projects
- Proficiency in pricing strategies and basic administrative tasks
- Must be based in Chicago
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience in the furniture industry
- Ability to connect with emerging designers and influencers
- Strong existing network within the A&D community
- Experience working with dealer partners and showroom engagement
- Strong presentation and networking skills
- Comfort with long sales cycles and team-based selling
Doing better for people and planet
Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us
At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.
In compliance with pay transparency laws, the annual base salary range for this position is $75,100 - $93,900 - $117,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Steelcase considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Architecture & Design Manager - Chicago
Do you build trusted relationships across the architecture & design community and thrive in market-facing work? Do you enjoy developing new business within targeted firms while collaborating closely with dealers and account teams? Are you energized by leading complex projects and turning opportunities into awarded business? If so, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to consider!
Helping You Thrive By:
- Offering competitive wages and benefits, that support your life both in and out of work
- Providing a flexible hybrid work schedule, meaning we expect the office to be your primary place of work, balanced with choice and control.
- Creating continuous learning opportunities to help you grow and upskill.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion where employees feel seen, heard and valued, and living it out every day.
- Empowering you to make a meaningful impact on people and the planet through your work and Steelcase’s ongoing commitment.
You’ll Support Meaningful Work By:
- Building relationships with 10+ targeted architecture & design firms to develop new business
- Collaborating with dealer partners to strengthen engagement and drive opportunities
- Supporting account activities alongside Client Business Managers (CBMs)
- Leading complex, large-volume projects from concept through execution
- Managing administrative tasks such as CRM updates and event coordination
- Attending networking events and industry functions to expand market presence
- Developing strategic pricing strategies to support competitive bids
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience engaging with the Architecture & Design (A&D) community
- Market development and sales experience
- Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to attend networking events (2+ nights/week)
- Experience in collaborative selling and managing complex projects
- Proficiency in pricing strategies and basic administrative tasks
- Must be based in Chicago
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience in the furniture industry
- Ability to connect with emerging designers and influencers
- Strong existing network within the A&D community
- Experience working with dealer partners and showroom engagement
- Strong presentation and networking skills
- Comfort with long sales cycles and team-based selling
Doing better for people and planet
Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us
At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.
In compliance with pay transparency laws, the annual base salary range for this position is $75,100 - $93,900 - $117,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Steelcase considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Design Manager
Document your design portfolio for PERM
PERM audits frequently target creative roles because DOL wants proof the position requires a specific degree, not just talent. Organize your portfolio to show consistent application of specialized design principles tied directly to your job duties.
Confirm the employer's EB-3 filing experience
Ask whether the company has previously sponsored a Design Manager through PERM, not just H-1B visa transfers. Employers unfamiliar with the PERM recruitment documentation requirements often stall the process during the supervised recruitment phase.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with active EB-2 or EB-3 filing history for design and creative roles. Migrate Mate surfaces companies already familiar with the PERM process, saving you from pitching sponsorship from scratch.
Resolve your degree equivalency before applications
If your design degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed before employers run their internal HR review. USCIS accepts credential evaluations for EB-3 professional classification, but delays here can stall your entire PERM timeline.
Target studios with in-house immigration counsel
Design-focused agencies and tech companies with dedicated legal teams handle PERM supervised recruitment internally, which reduces delays compared to employers outsourcing immigration work for the first time during your case.
Negotiate PERM filing timing in your offer
Some employers delay PERM filing until after a probationary period. Before signing, confirm whether your offer letter specifies when the employer will initiate the DOL prevailing wage determination, since that filing starts your priority date clock.
Green Card Design Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Design Manager positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers when the role requires a bachelor's degree in graphic design, industrial design, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or when you hold strong credentials that the employer can document in the PERM application. The classification depends on how your employer writes the minimum requirements for the role.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Design Managers?
H-1B is a temporary status requiring renewal and, for most nationalities, a lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is permanent and has no annual cap at the petition level, though visa numbers for certain countries face backlogs in the visa bulletin queue. PERM labor certification adds six to eighteen months before USCIS even reviews your I-140, making the overall timeline longer but the outcome a path to lawful permanent residency.
What is the PERM supervised recruitment process for creative roles?
DOL requires employers to run a specific set of recruitment steps, including job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notices, before certifying that no qualified U.S. worker applied. For Design Manager roles, the employer must document why any U.S. applicants were lawfully rejected. If DOL selects the case for audit, your employer will need the full recruitment file, which is why hiring a company already experienced with PERM matters.
Where can I find Design Manager jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in design and creative fields, so you're not guessing which companies are open to the PERM process. Searching by visa sponsorship history rather than job title alone gives you a more accurate picture of where sponsorship conversations are realistic from the first interview.
Can I start a Design Manager job on H-1B while my green card is processing?
Yes. Many Design Managers work on H-1B status while their employer simultaneously pursues PERM labor certification and the I-140 petition. Once your I-140 is approved and a visa number becomes available, you file I-485 to adjust status without leaving your current role. Maintaining valid H-1B status throughout the PERM process protects your ability to keep working if there are processing delays.