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Construction Administrator roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management. Employers file the LCA with DOL and petition USCIS before your start date. Cap-subject petitions are lottery-based, but cap-exempt employers offer a direct path.
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WSP is seeking a Mining Construction Contract Administrator to oversee and manage all contracts in support of a large mining EPCM project in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be from anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.
The full-time Construction Contract Administrator is responsible for all contract-related activities post award from kick-off to closeout for onsite construction, services, and equipment vendors on projects that may involve open pit and/or underground environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the contracts meet all regulatory and stakeholder requirements to deliver successful outcomes for the client.
Responsibilities
- Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions in collaboration with the client and the WSP procurement, construction management, and project controls teams.
- Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of field work instructions, amendments and contract change orders.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.
- Identify contractual risks and work with project, legal, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to mitigate them.
- Manage contract correspondence, records, claims, variations, and supporting documentation.
- Provide guidance to project team on contractual rights, responsibilities, processes, and escalation requirements.
- Coordinate with engineering and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
- Assist with commercial reporting, cost impacts, payment provisions, and contractual performance tracking.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of relevant procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated hands-on contract administration, documentation, and communication while onsite during a large-scale project with multiple vendors.
- Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiations, and industry standards and regulations, is required.
- Commitment to safety. MSHA certification is required.
- Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.
- Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
- Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.
ABOUT WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
INTRODUCTION
WSP is seeking a Mining Construction Contract Administrator to oversee and manage all contracts in support of a large mining EPCM project in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be from anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.
The full-time Construction Contract Administrator is responsible for all contract-related activities post award from kick-off to closeout for onsite construction, services, and equipment vendors on projects that may involve open pit and/or underground environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the contracts meet all regulatory and stakeholder requirements to deliver successful outcomes for the client.
Responsibilities
- Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions in collaboration with the client and the WSP procurement, construction management, and project controls teams.
- Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of field work instructions, amendments and contract change orders.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.
- Identify contractual risks and work with project, legal, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to mitigate them.
- Manage contract correspondence, records, claims, variations, and supporting documentation.
- Provide guidance to project team on contractual rights, responsibilities, processes, and escalation requirements.
- Coordinate with engineering and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
- Assist with commercial reporting, cost impacts, payment provisions, and contractual performance tracking.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of relevant procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated hands-on contract administration, documentation, and communication while onsite during a large-scale project with multiple vendors.
- Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiations, and industry standards and regulations, is required.
- Commitment to safety. MSHA certification is required.
- Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.
- Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
- Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.
ABOUT WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Administrator
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree field to directly relate to construction administration. Architecture, civil engineering, and construction management degrees qualify cleanly. A business or unrelated degree will likely trigger an RFE, so gather transcript equivalency documents before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofits, and government-affiliated research entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition year-round without lottery risk. Construction firms with university contracts or government infrastructure projects sometimes qualify too. Confirm cap-exempt status before accepting an offer.
Search LCA filings for active sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Construction Administrator or related architecture and engineering roles. LCA filing history shows which firms have actually sponsored H-1B workers, not just which ones claim they will.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at Level I through IV. Knowing your tier prevents offers that fail DOL certification and delay your petition.
Ask employers about O*NET job code alignment
Construction Administrator maps to multiple O*NET codes depending on whether the role emphasizes architecture, engineering, or project management. The code your employer uses on the LCA affects specialty occupation documentation. Confirm the classification matches your actual duties before the petition is filed.
File premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, reducing adjudication to 15 business days. Construction projects run on fixed schedules, so a delayed approval can cost you the role. Factor the premium processing fee into your offer negotiation with the employer.
H-1B Visa Construction Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Administrator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as architecture, civil engineering, or construction management. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the employer's requirements. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to approve, so the job description and offer letter need to specify the required degree field explicitly.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Administrator positions?
Architecture and engineering firms, large general contractors, real estate developers, and public-sector infrastructure agencies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Cap-exempt organizations including universities and government research labs can file year-round. Use Migrate Mate to search employers with verified LCA filing history for construction administration and related specialty occupation roles.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Construction Administrator job seekers?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions for Construction Administrator roles compete in the annual lottery, with registration open each March for an October 1 start date. If you're not selected, cap-exempt employers offer a path around the lottery entirely. Some candidates also pursue O-1 visa status if their project portfolio demonstrates sustained industry recognition.
Can my employer file the H-1B while I'm working on OPT?
Yes, and this is the most common path for F-1 graduates in construction administration. Your employer files your H-1B registration in March, and if selected, submits the full petition before your OPT expires. If you have STEM OPT, you have up to 36 months of work authorization, which gives you multiple lottery cycles to secure selection before a status gap occurs.
What documents do I need to support my H-1B petition as a Construction Administrator?
Your employer needs your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and any professional licenses such as an architect or engineer license. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree is required. USCIS may also request a portfolio of projects demonstrating that your work requires the theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge.