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Center Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field. Many healthcare, logistics, and service-center employers have active LCA filing histories, making this a viable H-1B path for operations professionals with the right credentials.
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About us:
At ENFRA, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.
We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.
Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.
Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At ENFRA, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.
Overview:
The Data Center Project Manager is responsible for the entire life cycle of a project from inception through closure. Ensure the project is delivered safely in accordance with the company’s budgetary, schedule-driven, and quality parameters while exceeding the customer’s expectations.
Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include:
- Maintain a safe and secure work environment through active participation in site planning with job hazard analysis reviews and approvals, on-site tool box talks, and conducting site walks with the project team. Responsible for execution of the project throughout its life cycle.
- Ensure compliance with state, local, and federal legal requirements.
- Responsible for conducting and documenting operational project meetings (Hand-Off Meeting, Kick-Off Meeting, etc.) with appropriate parties in a timely manner.
- Negotiate and prepare vendor and subcontractor agreements in alignment with project estimates.
- Evaluate submittals to ensure they reflect the contract drawings, specifications.
- Coordinate quality assurance and quality control with appropriate personnel to meet company and project requirements.
- Responsible for managing the coordination of project’s scope through the Building Information Management Department with assistance from the appropriate quality control personnel and project supervision.
- Perform the financial set up of the project including equipment, labor, materials, other direct job costs, and subcontracts for leadership approval.
- Conduct monthly project cost reviews, capturing any deviations from the financial setup or schedule early while keeping all project team members and leadership informed to aid in beating project schedule and budgetary goals.
- Manage the project’s Accounts Receivables by developing the pay applications schedule of value to ensure timely and accurate billings and collection of our payments to maintain a positive cash position.
- Manage the project’s Accounts Payables by working with the Accounting and Legal Departments to ensure that subcontractors and vendors are paid in a timely fashion and all risks associated with payments are mitigated.
- Responsible for obtaining and coordinating appropriate lien waivers, state notifications, tax documentation, and permits for the project.
- Responsible for ensuring the project’s budget and scope are always aligned through the change management process.
- Daily project requirements include but not limited to: attend jobsites meetings, schedule deliveries, perform project site documentation, review jobsite labor reports with supervision, tool/equipment rental requisition, coordinate job progress, material and consumables requisitions, preparation and tracking of request for information, assist supervision with permitting and inspections, approve vendor/sub invoices, status reports, monthly billings and collections.
- Build and maintain strong relations with internal team members, the customer, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Monitor status of Risk Management items, including Notices to Proceed, contract agreement (including change orders), insurance policies, and bonds.
- Responsible for close-out documents including operations and maintenance manuals, equipment start-up documents, as-built requirements, warranty letters, and Owner-training items.
- Responsible for managing all warranty work falling within contractual obligations if applicable.
- Coordinates the start-up and commissioning processes with the project team members, subcontractors, the customer, and any other external party involved to ensure compliance in a timely manner.
- 50+ hour work week
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Experience in hyperscale data center construction.
- 5+ years of experience in one of the following sectors: mechanical engineering design and/or project management, mechanical construction, or facilities management.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of construction technologies, scheduling, equipment, materials and methods, and financial management.
- Effective presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates leadership skills and has the willingness to address challenges, resolve issues, and motivate others while maintaining relationships.
- Influences outcomes by being resourceful and maintaining focus on safety, field and financial performance, and client expectations.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
- Construction Management or related technical degree is preferred.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Will only work at this job site(s)/office location.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
- Climbing stairs.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Noisy environment.
- Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.
PAY RANGE:
- Pay Range: USD $116,860.00 - USD $156,050.00 /Yr.
ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to match the Center Manager position's core functions. A business administration or operations management degree is cleanest. If your degree is in an adjacent field, document how your coursework directly supports the managerial responsibilities in the job description.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Center Manager roles by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filings. This shows which organizations have already navigated DOL certification for this occupation, reducing the risk of pursuing employers unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
Confirm the prevailing wage level before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your target metro area under the operations manager SOC code. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that threshold. Knowing the Level I through Level IV ranges helps you evaluate whether an offer is compliant before you accept.
Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment status
Federal contractors and subcontractors must use E-Verify, which is separate from H-1B sponsorship but signals an employer's familiarity with employment authorization compliance. An employer already enrolled in E-Verify typically has HR infrastructure capable of handling H-1B petitions without delays.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
Center Manager roles often involve handover periods or facility launch timelines. If your employer needs you on-site by a specific date, ask them to file Form I-907 with USCIS for premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium petitions within 15 business days, which protects both sides from timeline risk.
Document operational scope for the specialty occupation case
Center Manager is sometimes challenged as a generalist role. Your petition should include an O*NET job zone classification, a detailed position description tying managerial duties to your specific degree field, and any certifications like PMP or Six Sigma that reinforce the specialized nature of the work.
H-1B Visa Center Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Center Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. A Center Manager overseeing technical operations, healthcare delivery, or logistics systems is more defensible than a general administrative manager role. The employer's job description and the degree requirement stated in the LCA are the two documents USCIS scrutinizes most closely.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Center Manager positions?
Healthcare networks, third-party logistics providers, and large retail distribution operators tend to file LCAs for Center Manager roles with the most consistency. These sectors have ongoing facility expansion and structured HR processes that make repeat H-1B filings routine. You can browse verified employer filing histories for Center Manager roles on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors in your target industry.
What happens to my H-1B status if the center I manage is relocated or closed?
Your H-1B is tied to the specific employer and the worksite location listed on the LCA. If your center moves to a new metropolitan statistical area, your employer needs to file an amended H-1B petition with a new certified LCA for the new location before or shortly after the move. A closure that eliminates your position ends your authorized stay, and you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor or change status.
Can I switch from one Center Manager role to another on H-1B without restarting the process?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If you've had an H-1B approved for at least 365 days, you can start working for a new employer once that employer files an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS to approve it. The new employer still needs to file a certified LCA with DOL before submitting the petition, so build two to four weeks of lead time into your transition plan.
Is a Center Manager position subject to the H-1B annual cap?
Most private-sector Center Manager roles are cap-subject, meaning your employer must register you in the annual USCIS lottery in March. If your employer is a nonprofit research organization, university, or government entity, the cap exemption may apply. Cap-exempt employers can file H-1B petitions at any time of year, which is a significant advantage if you're transitioning from OPT or need faster authorization than the lottery timeline allows.