H-1B Visa Construction Coordinator Jobs
Construction Coordinator roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Employers in commercial construction, general contracting, and infrastructure development file LCAs with DOL before sponsoring, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Get Access To All JobsGENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Determines the safest, most efficient way to dispatch employees and/or equipment to project sites. Receives and manages incoming service requests (internal and external) to dispatch appropriately trained staff for the assignment. Dispatchers multitask with strong communication skills, maintaining efficient operations while ensuring that resources are scheduled when requested and directed where they are most needed.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Answer and manage incoming calls and dispatch employees with appropriate skills or certifications to precise locations at necessary times.
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Skilled at prioritizing projects and managing logistics (equipment, internal logistics) according to urgency and importance, utilizing negotiation skills when conflicts arise.
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Relay information and instruction to employees, their managers, labs and other project stakeholders (internal employees, client, contractors, etc.) as appropriate.
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As the hub for the department or office, maintain communication with field units to coordinate and prioritize schedules day-to-day.
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Dispatch in an incident and injury free manner consistent with Terracon’s guidelines to keep the care and concern of employees a priority.
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Communicate effectively with customers, employees, and leaders.
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Use materials dashboard, CMELMS and other tools to effectively distribute employees and balance workload.
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Perform other office duties, if needed, and work with others to meet deadlines.
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Coordinate between other regional offices to cover projects.
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Manage resource conflicts among employees, clients and office/regional leadership team using negotiation strategies.
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Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
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Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Minimum 3 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
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Ability to use technology (mobile apps, email, scheduling software, etc.)
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Time management skills.
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Negotiation skills.
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Interpersonal interaction skills.
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Multi-lingual preferred in some markets.
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A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Associate degree in project management, business management, or human resources.
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IIF Safety Leadership Terracon course obtained within 1 year in role.
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Complete Terracon Resource Manager training within 1 year in role.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The chemistry that holds our materials team together is made of integrity, creativity, and care. We represent Terracon’s largest technician and inspection workforce and ensure the materials used to build the nation’s roads, bridges, airports, stadiums, and other structures are safe and sound. With our broad range of qualifications, specialized certifications, and building materials professionals, we are on-site, evaluating and testing materials in real-time to keep the pace of our clients’ project, collecting and reporting data digitally to deliver critical insights. With our nationwide footprint of offices and laboratories, bench strength, flexibility, and diverse capabilities we identify issues and expedite solutions whenever problems arise.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Determines the safest, most efficient way to dispatch employees and/or equipment to project sites. Receives and manages incoming service requests (internal and external) to dispatch appropriately trained staff for the assignment. Dispatchers multitask with strong communication skills, maintaining efficient operations while ensuring that resources are scheduled when requested and directed where they are most needed.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Answer and manage incoming calls and dispatch employees with appropriate skills or certifications to precise locations at necessary times.
-
Skilled at prioritizing projects and managing logistics (equipment, internal logistics) according to urgency and importance, utilizing negotiation skills when conflicts arise.
-
Relay information and instruction to employees, their managers, labs and other project stakeholders (internal employees, client, contractors, etc.) as appropriate.
-
As the hub for the department or office, maintain communication with field units to coordinate and prioritize schedules day-to-day.
-
Dispatch in an incident and injury free manner consistent with Terracon’s guidelines to keep the care and concern of employees a priority.
-
Communicate effectively with customers, employees, and leaders.
-
Use materials dashboard, CMELMS and other tools to effectively distribute employees and balance workload.
-
Perform other office duties, if needed, and work with others to meet deadlines.
-
Coordinate between other regional offices to cover projects.
-
Manage resource conflicts among employees, clients and office/regional leadership team using negotiation strategies.
-
Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
-
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
-
Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
-
High school diploma or equivalent.
-
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
-
Ability to use technology (mobile apps, email, scheduling software, etc.)
-
Time management skills.
-
Negotiation skills.
-
Interpersonal interaction skills.
-
Multi-lingual preferred in some markets.
-
A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-
Associate degree in project management, business management, or human resources.
-
IIF Safety Leadership Terracon course obtained within 1 year in role.
-
Complete Terracon Resource Manager training within 1 year in role.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The chemistry that holds our materials team together is made of integrity, creativity, and care. We represent Terracon’s largest technician and inspection workforce and ensure the materials used to build the nation’s roads, bridges, airports, stadiums, and other structures are safe and sound. With our broad range of qualifications, specialized certifications, and building materials professionals, we are on-site, evaluating and testing materials in real-time to keep the pace of our clients’ project, collecting and reporting data digitally to deliver critical insights. With our nationwide footprint of offices and laboratories, bench strength, flexibility, and diverse capabilities we identify issues and expedite solutions whenever problems arise.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Coordinator
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your Construction Coordinator role to demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture typically satisfies this. Unrelated degrees can trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts early.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Construction Coordinator roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation code. Employers with recent filings have already cleared DOL's prevailing-wage certification, which reduces the risk of delays once you receive an offer.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 11-9021 before salary discussions so you know the floor they're legally required to meet.
Prioritize firms enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT employers must use E-Verify, and many large construction firms already do. Confirming E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer signals the employer has experience with federal compliance, which often correlates with smoother H-1B petition handling.
Register in the H-1B lottery before April 1
Your employer must submit your H-1B registration during USCIS's March registration window. Missing this window means waiting a full year. Confirm with your prospective employer in January whether they plan to register you and who handles their immigration filings.
Document field experience using O*NET task descriptions
When your employer drafts your H-1B support letter, your job duties must align with the specialty occupation definition. Cross-reference the O*NET profile for Construction Coordinators to ensure your documented responsibilities reflect degree-level complexity, not general site supervision.
H-1B Visa Construction Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Coordinator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS approves Construction Coordinator roles when the employer can show the job normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field. Roles framed around general site supervision without a specific degree requirement are more likely to face an RFE. The job description and your employer's support letter carry most of the weight.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Coordinator positions?
Large general contractors, commercial real estate developers, engineering and construction management firms, and infrastructure consultancies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Migrate Mate filters Construction Coordinator listings by verified LCA filing history, so you can focus on employers who have already cleared DOL's prevailing-wage certification rather than cold-applying to companies with no sponsorship track record.
How does prevailing wage affect a Construction Coordinator's H-1B offer?
Before your employer files the H-1B petition, they must submit an LCA certifying your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. For Construction Coordinators, wage levels vary significantly by metro area. You can look up the applicable floor using the OFLC Wage Search with SOC code 11-9021 before negotiating, so you understand the minimum your employer is legally required to offer.
Can a Construction Coordinator switch employers while on H-1B?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer once your petition has been approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working for them as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation in the same or a similar occupational classification.
What documents should a Construction Coordinator prepare before H-1B sponsorship begins?
You'll need your official academic transcripts, degree certificates, and a credential evaluation if your degree was earned outside the U.S. A detailed resume showing project scope, budget responsibility, and team coordination helps your employer draft a job duties letter that supports the specialty occupation argument. If your degree field is adjacent rather than directly related, gather letters from supervisors or clients that document degree-level decision-making in your coordination work.