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Get Access To All JobsPowered by Fifth Third Bank, Provide empowers entrepreneurs to build their legacies. As a leader in tech-enabled financial services for aspiring and established small business owners, Provide offers an unmatched combination of industry expertise, personalized service, and customized financial products — enabling entrepreneurs to achieve their ownership dreams, realize financial independence, and strengthen their communities. Founded in a one-bedroom San Francisco apartment in 2013, Provide was acquired by Fifth Third in 2021, and in 2023, was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more at getprovide.com, and join the conversation on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
Our team is growing:
Provide’s Project team is looking for a bold, compassionate, and focused project specialist to help bring our customers’ business ownership goals to reality. In this role, you will focus on guiding entry-level construction projects, reviewing customers’ project plans, budgets, and contracts to ensure all project-related risks are considered and mitigated, and making recommendations for project capital disbursements to vendors, contractors, and consultants.
As a Provide and Fifth Third Bank team member, you will be responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. You will be accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensuring that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the risk appetites of Provide and Fifth Third Bank, you will be expected to achieve results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
A day in the life:
- Develop and maintain performance metrics to ensure procedures and programs meet the customer’s and organization’s needs and produce the anticipated return on investment
- Coordinate effectively across vendors and work groups to ensure the completion of multiple projects simultaneously on schedule and within budget
- Assess a customer’s project goals and budget against their approved loan amount, the space they plan to build out, and the team they propose to work with
- Manage a pipeline of 40 active deals in the project stage of a loan
- Communicate the values of different project delivery types, expectations, and requirements to the customer
- Provide guidance and recommendations on structure and risk mitigation language in design and contractor agreements
- Establish expectations with customer teams for how the project progresses, changes in scope, and how issues will be communicated and addressed
- Communicate with designers, contractors, and equipment vendors to assess scopes of work, and validate project budget and schedule
- Present information and respond to questions from various business partners
- Ensure planning is aligned with corporate guidelines and that all scenarios drive efficiency in practice planning, both from a functionality and utilization standpoint
- Conduct benchmarking activities to identify best practices
- Maintain accurate record keeping of all activities requiring documentation and/or associated records
- Assume additional related responsibilities as assigned
Our newest teammate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (business, applied science, construction management, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, WebEx)
- Ability to synthesize vast amounts of information to guide decisions
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Bonus points for:
- Experience working within APEX
- Experience managing the construction of healthcare practices and working with healthcare providers
- Experience in SBA lending
Construction Project Specialist
Total Base Pay Range 54,400.00 - 111,500.00 USD Annual
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION
Virtual, Ohio 00000
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Powered by Fifth Third Bank, Provide empowers entrepreneurs to build their legacies. As a leader in tech-enabled financial services for aspiring and established small business owners, Provide offers an unmatched combination of industry expertise, personalized service, and customized financial products — enabling entrepreneurs to achieve their ownership dreams, realize financial independence, and strengthen their communities. Founded in a one-bedroom San Francisco apartment in 2013, Provide was acquired by Fifth Third in 2021, and in 2023, was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more at getprovide.com, and join the conversation on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
Our team is growing:
Provide’s Project team is looking for a bold, compassionate, and focused project specialist to help bring our customers’ business ownership goals to reality. In this role, you will focus on guiding entry-level construction projects, reviewing customers’ project plans, budgets, and contracts to ensure all project-related risks are considered and mitigated, and making recommendations for project capital disbursements to vendors, contractors, and consultants.
As a Provide and Fifth Third Bank team member, you will be responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. You will be accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensuring that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the risk appetites of Provide and Fifth Third Bank, you will be expected to achieve results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
A day in the life:
- Develop and maintain performance metrics to ensure procedures and programs meet the customer’s and organization’s needs and produce the anticipated return on investment
- Coordinate effectively across vendors and work groups to ensure the completion of multiple projects simultaneously on schedule and within budget
- Assess a customer’s project goals and budget against their approved loan amount, the space they plan to build out, and the team they propose to work with
- Manage a pipeline of 40 active deals in the project stage of a loan
- Communicate the values of different project delivery types, expectations, and requirements to the customer
- Provide guidance and recommendations on structure and risk mitigation language in design and contractor agreements
- Establish expectations with customer teams for how the project progresses, changes in scope, and how issues will be communicated and addressed
- Communicate with designers, contractors, and equipment vendors to assess scopes of work, and validate project budget and schedule
- Present information and respond to questions from various business partners
- Ensure planning is aligned with corporate guidelines and that all scenarios drive efficiency in practice planning, both from a functionality and utilization standpoint
- Conduct benchmarking activities to identify best practices
- Maintain accurate record keeping of all activities requiring documentation and/or associated records
- Assume additional related responsibilities as assigned
Our newest teammate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (business, applied science, construction management, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, WebEx)
- Ability to synthesize vast amounts of information to guide decisions
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Bonus points for:
- Experience working within APEX
- Experience managing the construction of healthcare practices and working with healthcare providers
- Experience in SBA lending
Construction Project Specialist
Total Base Pay Range 54,400.00 - 111,500.00 USD Annual
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION
Virtual, Ohio 00000
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Project Specialist
Translate your credentials into PERM language
Your degree and job titles need to map cleanly to the DOL's occupational classification before PERM begins. Pull your O*NET profile for Project Specialist to confirm which education and experience requirements support the EB-2 or EB-3 category your employer will file under.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Not every company that hires Project Specialists has navigated the PERM labor certification process before. Filter your search to employers who have filed I-140 petitions for similar roles, since first-time sponsors often underestimate the recruitment documentation DOL requires.
Search for sponsoring roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lets you filter Project Specialist openings specifically by green card sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with EB-2 or EB-3 filings. Use it to build a shortlist before you start outreach.
Clarify the PERM job description before signing
The duties listed in your offer letter must match what DOL approves in the PERM application almost exactly. Ask your prospective employer to share the draft job description early, because discrepancies between the PERM filing and your actual role can invalidate the petition.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your wait for an immigrant visa number depends on your country of birth, not citizenship. Use the monthly Visa Bulletin from USCIS to track your priority date before accepting a role, especially if you were born in India or China.
Confirm your employer's prevailing wage calculation
DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific location and job level before PERM is approved. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself to verify the wage level your employer is filing under matches the role's actual responsibilities.
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Find Project Specialist JobsProject Specialist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Project Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, engineering, or IT. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or when the employer can demonstrate the role involves work well above a standard bachelor's level. The employer's attorney typically determines the category based on the actual job duties and minimum requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Project Specialists?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 new visas per year, subject to a lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual cap on the number of petitions filed, though immigrant visa numbers are limited by country of birth. The PERM process also takes longer than an H-1B filing, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a two or three year work authorization period.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for this role?
Your employer files the PERM application with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. DOL reviews the application and, if approved, your employer then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Only after I-140 approval can you apply for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa, so the full process typically spans one to three years before any permanent residency decision.
How do I find Project Specialist jobs where the employer is already willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search Project Specialist openings filtered by employers with a track record of sponsoring employment-based green cards. That matters because PERM is resource-intensive, and employers unfamiliar with the process often decline to sponsor even when they legally could. Starting your search with employers who have done it before significantly shortens the negotiation stage.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, and many Project Specialists do exactly that. There's no requirement to wait until your H-1B is near expiration before beginning PERM. Starting early is practical because H-1B extensions beyond the standard six-year limit are available once your I-140 is approved or your PERM has been pending for 365 days, giving you continued work authorization while the green card process runs its course.
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