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Development Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Many employers with active H-1B filing histories hire for this role across tech, finance, and healthcare, and cap-subject petitions must be filed before April 1 each year for an October 1 start.
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LOCATION
Oakland, California, United States
INTRODUCTION
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
YOUR IMPACT
Jacobs is seeking a proactive and highly organized Project Development Coordinator to support business development activities, client account teams, and office engagement across California. This role combines business development coordination with local office leadership, helping strengthen client relationships, support growth initiatives, and foster a connected, client-ready workplace environment.
In this role, you’ll partner with Client Account Managers and cross-functional teams to coordinate sales and account activities, maintain pipeline and CRM data, support pursuits and proposals, conduct client and market research, and help drive follow-through on key priorities. You’ll also serve as the primary point of contact for the office, supporting workplace readiness, client visits, office events, and employee engagement. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Partner with local leadership, facilities, sales, and operations teams to support office priorities and workplace readiness activities
- Coordinate client visits, leadership meetings, office events, sponsorship activities, and other initiatives that support Jacobs’ presence in the market
- Connect employees with appropriate resources, processes, and contacts to support office operations and engagement
- Support visitor logistics, meeting room readiness, vendor coordination, supplies management, and other office-wide needs
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION
- Partner with Client Account Managers and account teams to coordinate client engagement activities, sales priorities, and pursuit readiness efforts
- Support pipeline reviews, sales coordination activities, and account team collaboration across multiple markets
- Maintain accurate client, opportunity, and sales data within CRM and sales tracking systems
- Conduct client, market, and procurement research to support business development strategies and growth opportunities
- Assist with proposals and pursuit activities, including scheduling, compliance reviews, content coordination, and submission support
- Support account planning, client follow-up activities, industry events, sponsorships, and market visibility initiatives
- Facilitate coordination among business development, sales, marketing, and operations teams to help advance strategic priorities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, public administration, planning, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Four or more years of experience supporting business development, sales operations, client account management, marketing, or project teams within a professional services environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder requests
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional materials and interact effectively with diverse audiences
- Demonstrated ability to track actions, maintain accurate records, and coordinate activities with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise sound professional judgment and confidentiality
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the architecture, engineering, construction, environmental, infrastructure, or related professional services industry
- Familiarity with CRM, pipeline management, or sales tracking platforms such as Salesforce or similar systems
- Experience supporting procurement tracking and internal business development approval processes
- Experience coordinating proposals, pursuits, or client account activities
- Knowledge of procurement portals, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, or similar business development tools
- Experience supporting client-facing events, sponsorships, industry conferences, or market engagement activities
COMPENSATION
- Posted Salary Range: Minimum $78,000.00
- Posted Salary Range: Upper $121,800.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $78,000.00 to $121,800.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 02, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Frame your portfolio around delivery outcomes
USCIS adjudicators look for evidence that your role requires specialized knowledge, not just management experience. Document shipped products, engineering team size, and technical decisions you owned to strengthen the specialty occupation case in your I-129 petition.
Verify employer H-1B filing history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Development Manager roles by employers with documented H-1B Labor Condition Application filings, so you're only targeting companies that have sponsored this specific occupation before, not just large employers who sponsor generally.
Check prevailing wage levels early in negotiations
Pull the wage level for SOC code 11-9021 (Construction Managers) or 15-1299 (Software and IT Managers) in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before your first offer call. Your offered salary must meet Level I through IV thresholds or the LCA gets rejected.
Distinguish cap-subject from cap-exempt employer types
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. If you're open to a Development Manager role at a university research lab or teaching hospital, your start date isn't locked to October 1.
Get your degree evaluated before the offer stage
Foreign three-year bachelor's degrees often require a credential evaluation to be recognized as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. Request a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator so the employer's attorney isn't scrambling after you've accepted an offer.
Time your application around the 60-day grace period
If you're transitioning from OPT or a prior H-1B, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period after your authorized period ends. File the change-of-employer H-1B as soon as your offer letter is signed, don't wait for your last day at the current company.
H-1B Visa Development Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Generalist management roles that accept any degree can draw a Request for Evidence from USCIS. Your employer's attorney should document the technical requirements of the role in the H-1B petition to establish specialty occupation clearly.
Which SOC code does USCIS typically assign to Development Manager roles?
Most software-focused Development Manager positions are classified under SOC 15-1299 (Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers or related IT manager codes) or 11-3021 (Computer and Information Systems Managers), depending on the role's scope. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level on the Labor Condition Application, so it's worth reviewing the O*NET occupation profile for both codes before your employer files the LCA with DOL.
How do I find Development Manager jobs where the employer already sponsors H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Development Manager listings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, which means you're only seeing roles at companies that have already sponsored this occupation through DOL. Targeting employers with existing LCA filings for development management roles significantly reduces the risk of an employer declining to sponsor after an offer is extended.
Can I start a Development Manager job while my H-1B transfer is pending?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, if you've held H-1B status for at least 180 days and your new employer files a non-frivolous H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires, you can begin work for the new employer immediately upon filing. You don't need to wait for USCIS approval, but your prior employer must have been a legitimate H-1B sponsor.
Does a Development Manager role at a startup or early-stage company create H-1B sponsorship complications?
Startups can sponsor H-1B visas, but USCIS scrutinizes whether the employer has sufficient ability to pay the prevailing wage and whether an employee-employer relationship exists, particularly when the manager holds equity. The company needs to demonstrate it can pay your wage through tax returns, financial statements, or funding documentation. Established payroll and a reporting structure help establish the required control relationship.