H-1B Visa Commercial Project Manager Jobs
Commercial Project Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field. Employers in construction, real estate development, and infrastructure consistently file LCAs for this title, making it one of the more sponsorship-accessible project management tracks.
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As the Commercial Project Manager role, you will be responsible for all commercial/finance related matters and support the technical project manager in managing and optimizing targeted financial results with due professional care, including but not limited to handling Accounting, Legal, Tax and NCM topics. You will be working alongside the different business, such as Substation Projects (Greenfield, Replacement, Refurbishment, Extension), LTSA and O&M Contracts and Small orders.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Take full responsibility for all finance-related matters of assigned projects, including Accounting, Legal, Tax, Foreign Currencies, revenue recognition, contractual invoicing, and compliance with IFRS15, local GAAP, reporting guidelines, and internal controls.
- Financial execution of projects including creating sale orders and setting up project in SAP, revenue recognition, invoicing and payment terms, maintenance of project costs, securities, taxes, and insurance requirements.
- Project Controlling, Forecasting and Reporting of financial status for portfolio of dedicated projects.
- Ensures the accuracy of project books and records and their compliance with financial guidelines.
- Co-leading Projects together with the Project Manager, in managing and optimizing targeted financial results, with the objective of driving the project according to the PE @ SE Guidelines, customer requirements and the applicable Financial Reporting Guidelines (FRG).
- Co-leads contracts/claim/change order negotiations with stakeholders.
- Prepare commercial documentation for regular project status meetings, maintaining accuracy of all commercial project data throughout project execution.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business or Accounting or other relevant field in the financial environment.
- Experience in commercial aspects of execution and controlling of projects.
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as a Commercial Project Manager (CPM) or in a Project Finance role.
- Thorough understanding of GAAP and IFRS, strong skills in project controlling application, primarily SAP, Microsoft Office, as well as strong analytical skills.
- CPA, MBA, PMI certification is mandatory.
- Work independently, capable at multitasking and meeting deadlines; great team player and open to learn.
- Knowledge in business analytics tools (Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau or similar) as well as experience and curiosity about leveraging Artificial Intelligence to address business needs is considered a plus.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company may consider sponsoring work authorization for qualified candidates, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About the Team
Grid Technologies
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
A Snapshot of Your Day
As the Commercial Project Manager role, you will be responsible for all commercial/finance related matters and support the technical project manager in managing and optimizing targeted financial results with due professional care, including but not limited to handling Accounting, Legal, Tax and NCM topics. You will be working alongside the different business, such as Substation Projects (Greenfield, Replacement, Refurbishment, Extension), LTSA and O&M Contracts and Small orders.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Take full responsibility for all finance-related matters of assigned projects, including Accounting, Legal, Tax, Foreign Currencies, revenue recognition, contractual invoicing, and compliance with IFRS15, local GAAP, reporting guidelines, and internal controls.
- Financial execution of projects including creating sale orders and setting up project in SAP, revenue recognition, invoicing and payment terms, maintenance of project costs, securities, taxes, and insurance requirements.
- Project Controlling, Forecasting and Reporting of financial status for portfolio of dedicated projects.
- Ensures the accuracy of project books and records and their compliance with financial guidelines.
- Co-leading Projects together with the Project Manager, in managing and optimizing targeted financial results, with the objective of driving the project according to the PE @ SE Guidelines, customer requirements and the applicable Financial Reporting Guidelines (FRG).
- Co-leads contracts/claim/change order negotiations with stakeholders.
- Prepare commercial documentation for regular project status meetings, maintaining accuracy of all commercial project data throughout project execution.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business or Accounting or other relevant field in the financial environment.
- Experience in commercial aspects of execution and controlling of projects.
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as a Commercial Project Manager (CPM) or in a Project Finance role.
- Thorough understanding of GAAP and IFRS, strong skills in project controlling application, primarily SAP, Microsoft Office, as well as strong analytical skills.
- CPA, MBA, PMI certification is mandatory.
- Work independently, capable at multitasking and meeting deadlines; great team player and open to learn.
- Knowledge in business analytics tools (Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau or similar) as well as experience and curiosity about leveraging Artificial Intelligence to address business needs is considered a plus.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company may consider sponsoring work authorization for qualified candidates, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About the Team
Grid Technologies
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Commercial Project Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to commercial project management. A construction management, civil engineering, or architecture degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree alone can trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts showing relevant coursework before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Commercial Project Manager roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this exact title. Employers with repeat filings have established internal H-1B workflows, which reduces delays and guesswork during the petition process.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your target metro before discussing compensation. Your offered salary must meet at least the Level I wage for your location and job duties, and mismatches are a common reason LCA certifications stall.
Get your PMP credential before the H-1B transfer window
A Project Management Professional certification tied to commercial construction or infrastructure projects directly supports specialty occupation claims. Employers are more willing to sponsor candidates whose credentials align with the SOC code listed on the LCA, reducing back-and-forth with USCIS.
Negotiate project scope into your offer letter
USCIS scrutinizes vague job descriptions for project management roles. Ask your employer to include specific project types, contract values, and cross-functional team structures in your offer letter. Detailed scope language reduces the chance of a specialty occupation RFE during adjudication.
File during cap season if you're outside the exempt track
Cap-exempt employers in higher education or nonprofits can file H-1B petitions year-round, but most commercial construction and real estate firms are cap-subject. Make sure your employer registers during the USCIS H-1B registration window each March to avoid missing the filing cycle entirely.
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Find Commercial Project Manager JobsCommercial Project Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Project Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific related field such as construction management, civil engineering, or architecture. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the job description must clearly tie the duties to that degree requirement. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more likely to receive an RFE.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Commercial Project Manager positions most often?
General contractors, real estate developers, engineering and design firms, and large infrastructure companies file LCAs for this title regularly. Government contractors with federal construction portfolios also sponsor frequently because H-1B rules apply to private employers regardless of project funding source. You can browse active sponsoring employers by title on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Commercial Project Manager roles?
DOL requires your employer to certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the Commercial Project Manager title in your work location. Wages vary significantly by metro, project type, and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage tier for your target city before your offer is finalized.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new commercial project management employer mid-project?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification once your petition has been pending for 180 days or more. For Commercial Project Managers, the new role must fall under a comparable SOC code. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin work once they receive a receipt notice.
What documents does an employer typically need to sponsor an H-1B for this role?
Your employer needs a certified LCA from DOL, your academic credentials and transcripts showing a qualifying degree, a detailed job description tying duties to that degree field, and proof of their ability to pay the prevailing wage. For commercial roles with variable project assignments, employers often include a master project list or client contracts to demonstrate that specialty occupation duties are ongoing rather than incidental.
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