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Commercial real estate roles in asset management, brokerage, development, and finance regularly appear on H-1B LCA filings. Employers in this sector sponsor for analysts, associate brokers, and asset managers whose work requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard.
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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the planning and execution of real estate corporate office projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing construction projects, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
This is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence 2–3 days per week, with flexibility based on project and client needs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day activities for multiple construction and renovation projects.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure project milestones are met.
- Support project planning, design reviews, and execution aligned with clients workplace strategy.
- Assist in developing project budgets and tracking expenses.
- Monitor invoices, change orders, and vendor payments.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
- Help develop and maintain project schedules.
- Coordinate timelines with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Track project deliverables and ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Assist in vendor selection and contract administration.
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure compliance with scope and timelines.
- Support procurement of materials and services.
- Provide regular project updates to internal teams and leadership.
- Maintain documentation and reporting for project status, risks, and issues.
- Help manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate smooth communication across teams.
- Support quality control efforts and ensure work meets design and safety standards.
- Assist with permitting and compliance with local building codes and regulations.
- Promote a safe and organized job site environment.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least six (6) years of demonstrated experience in construction project management within the commercial real estate industry.
- Experience with office renovations, tenant improvements, or workplace reconfigurations.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across the U.S.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and workplace trends is a plus.
- Ability to work on-site 2–3 days per week, with flexibility to adjust based on client and project needs.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $130K-$145K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
- Twitter
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support the planning and execution of real estate corporate office projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing construction projects, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
This is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence 2–3 days per week, with flexibility based on project and client needs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day activities for multiple construction and renovation projects.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure project milestones are met.
- Support project planning, design reviews, and execution aligned with clients workplace strategy.
- Assist in developing project budgets and tracking expenses.
- Monitor invoices, change orders, and vendor payments.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
- Help develop and maintain project schedules.
- Coordinate timelines with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Track project deliverables and ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Assist in vendor selection and contract administration.
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure compliance with scope and timelines.
- Support procurement of materials and services.
- Provide regular project updates to internal teams and leadership.
- Maintain documentation and reporting for project status, risks, and issues.
- Help manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate smooth communication across teams.
- Support quality control efforts and ensure work meets design and safety standards.
- Assist with permitting and compliance with local building codes and regulations.
- Promote a safe and organized job site environment.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least six (6) years of demonstrated experience in construction project management within the commercial real estate industry.
- Experience with office renovations, tenant improvements, or workplace reconfigurations.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across the U.S.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and workplace trends is a plus.
- Ability to work on-site 2–3 days per week, with flexibility to adjust based on client and project needs.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $130K-$145K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
LI-GO1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
- Twitter
- Instagram
- LinkedIn
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Commercial Real Estate
Match your degree to the role
H-1B eligibility in commercial real estate hinges on your degree field matching the position. A finance or real estate degree supports analyst and asset management roles, but a general business degree may draw an RFE if the job description isn't precise.
Search LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Pull verified LCA filing history by employer and occupation on Migrate Mate before applying. This shows which firms have sponsored for your specific role type, saving you from targeting companies with no H-1B track record in commercial real estate.
Target firms with dedicated HR or legal teams
Large REITs, institutional investment managers, and national brokerage firms are more likely to have established H-1B workflows than boutique shops. Smaller firms often decline sponsorship not from policy but from unfamiliarity with the process.
Verify prevailing wage before your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run your title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know the minimum wage tier your offer must meet.
Clarify licensing before your H-1B is filed
Some commercial real estate roles require a state broker or salesperson license. USCIS can issue an RFE if a required license isn't held at the time of filing, so confirm with your employer whether your role triggers a licensing requirement in that state.
Time your start date around cap deadlines
H-1B cap petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer after the filing window closes, negotiate a start date for the following fiscal year or explore cap-exempt employers such as nonprofit research affiliates.
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Find Commercial Real Estate JobsCommercial Real Estate H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a commercial real estate analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, if the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, real estate, economics, or accounting. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. Roles that accept any degree field or lack a specific educational requirement can be challenged, so the offer letter and LCA must clearly tie the position to a qualifying degree field.
Which employers in commercial real estate sponsor H-1B visas most consistently?
Institutional employers with large portfolios, including major REITs, private equity real estate firms, and national brokerage and advisory companies, file the most LCAs for commercial real estate roles. To see which firms have active H-1B filing history for your specific role type and location, search verified LCA data on Migrate Mate before targeting your applications.
Can I work on a commission or draw structure on an H-1B in commercial real estate?
Your employer must certify a wage in the LCA that meets the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Pure commission arrangements don't satisfy this requirement. Most H-1B-sponsored commercial real estate roles use a base salary structure, sometimes supplemented by bonus or commission, but the base must meet or exceed the certified wage on your LCA.
Does holding or needing a real estate license affect my H-1B petition?
If your role legally requires a state real estate license and you don't hold one at the time USCIS adjudicates your petition, you may receive an RFE or denial. For roles where a license is standard but not legally required for your specific duties, the risk is lower. Confirm the licensing requirement for your state and job function with your employer before the petition is filed.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or merges with another firm?
Under successor-in-interest rules, if the acquiring company assumes your employer's liabilities and your job duties remain substantially the same, your H-1B can transfer without a new petition. If the role changes materially or the new entity doesn't qualify as a successor, an amended H-1B petition is required before you continue working. Confirm the entity structure with your HR team as soon as a transaction closes.
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