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Director of Projects roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and cap-subject cases enter the annual lottery each March.
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With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for developing successful value-added sales using solution based and consultative sales techniques within assigned sales territory to increase sales in all Sika Target Markets. This includes calling on Owners, Architects, Consultants, Engineers, Design-Build firms, Contractors, and all other influencers/opinion leaders in the territory.
Learning the main Sika product lines (Target Markets) critical for an effective value-added and solution-based approach, including Liquid Applied Membranes, Sealing/Bonding, Refurbishment, Roofing, Flooring, Building Finishing, Concrete and Waterproofing.
Employ foundational knowledge to identify and position products and solutions to create sales opportunities.
Make sales calls to uncover construction projects in the earliest stages.
Build a strong pipeline of major projects in the territory with large potential across the Target Markets.
Achieve specifications and work to ensure Sika products are approved and specified prior to projects bidding.
Communicate with local Sika sales colleagues in all Target Markets appropriately to maximize the sales opportunities on major projects and at key accounts.
Organize Sika’s added-value sales efforts for strategic projects and accounts in the territory including major seminars/symposiums such as Sika hosted events to demonstrate to customers Sika’s full capabilities.
Perform local value-added sales efforts using Salesforce.com, our customer relationship management solution, as the main communication tool with all team members contributing and participating to maximize sales opportunities on identified strategic pursuits.
Up to 20% domestic and international travel required to various client sites nationwide. Local telecommuting permitted.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Management, or a related field of study (or foreign equivalent) and 3 years of related experience required.
Experience must include one (1) year of:
- Technical Sales in the Building Construction industry
- Specification codes
- Building codes and applications
- P&L Management
- Strategic Planning
- Account Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Contract negotiations
- Power BI
- Presentations
- Read/interpret construction documents (including drawings, details, plans)
- Specification writing
- Working on cross-selling teams
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
401k with Generous Company Match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid time off, paid holidays
Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
INTRODUCTION
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for developing successful value-added sales using solution based and consultative sales techniques within assigned sales territory to increase sales in all Sika Target Markets. This includes calling on Owners, Architects, Consultants, Engineers, Design-Build firms, Contractors, and all other influencers/opinion leaders in the territory.
Learning the main Sika product lines (Target Markets) critical for an effective value-added and solution-based approach, including Liquid Applied Membranes, Sealing/Bonding, Refurbishment, Roofing, Flooring, Building Finishing, Concrete and Waterproofing.
Employ foundational knowledge to identify and position products and solutions to create sales opportunities.
Make sales calls to uncover construction projects in the earliest stages.
Build a strong pipeline of major projects in the territory with large potential across the Target Markets.
Achieve specifications and work to ensure Sika products are approved and specified prior to projects bidding.
Communicate with local Sika sales colleagues in all Target Markets appropriately to maximize the sales opportunities on major projects and at key accounts.
Organize Sika’s added-value sales efforts for strategic projects and accounts in the territory including major seminars/symposiums such as Sika hosted events to demonstrate to customers Sika’s full capabilities.
Perform local value-added sales efforts using Salesforce.com, our customer relationship management solution, as the main communication tool with all team members contributing and participating to maximize sales opportunities on identified strategic pursuits.
Up to 20% domestic and international travel required to various client sites nationwide. Local telecommuting permitted.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Management, or a related field of study (or foreign equivalent) and 3 years of related experience required.
Experience must include one (1) year of:
- Technical Sales in the Building Construction industry
- Specification codes
- Building codes and applications
- P&L Management
- Strategic Planning
- Account Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Contract negotiations
- Power BI
- Presentations
- Read/interpret construction documents (including drawings, details, plans)
- Specification writing
- Working on cross-selling teams
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
401k with Generous Company Match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid time off, paid holidays
Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director Of Projects
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS scrutinizes Director of Projects petitions when the applicant's degree is in a loosely related field. A business administration or engineering degree supports the petition more cleanly than a general studies credential. Pull your O*NET profile for the occupation code before your employer files.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations can file H-1B petitions outside the lottery. Director of Projects roles at hospitals, research labs, or higher-education institutions give you a path to sponsorship that bypasses the April cap entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Director of Projects listings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces that DOL Labor Condition Application data by occupation code, so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is already established practice, not a first-time conversation.
Negotiate offer timing around the lottery window
H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer in May, your employer can't file until the following cycle. Ask prospective employers whether they'll bridge you on OPT cap-gap, an L-1 visa, or another status while you wait.
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your seniority
DOL assigns wages at Levels I through IV. A Director of Projects title typically warrants a Level III or IV wage on the LCA. If an employer files at Level I, USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence questioning whether the role is genuinely specialty-occupation or director-level.
Document cross-functional scope in your resume
USCIS evaluates whether Director of Projects duties require a specifically related degree. Resumes that list only budget oversight or scheduling look more like general management. Highlight deliverables tied to engineering systems, technical architecture, or domain-specific project methodologies to reinforce specialty occupation status.
H-1B Visa Director Of Projects: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Projects role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as engineering, computer science, construction management, or project management. USCIS looks at the actual duties, not just the title. Generic management functions without a domain-specific technical requirement can draw a Request for Evidence, so the job description needs to ground the role in a specific body of theoretical knowledge.
How do I find Director of Projects employers who already sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Director of Projects listings filtered by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This approach is faster than cold-applying and guessing, because DOL LCA disclosure data shows which companies have already gone through the sponsorship process for comparable roles, meaning they understand the timeline and cost involved.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition before I finish my current OPT or other authorized status?
Yes. Your employer can file a cap-subject H-1B petition during the March registration window for an October 1 start date even while you're actively working on OPT or another valid status. If you're on STEM OPT and your cap-subject petition is pending on October 1, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically until USCIS adjudicates the case.
What wage level should a Director of Projects role be filed at on the LCA?
Most Director of Projects positions map to DOL wage Level III or Level IV depending on supervisory responsibility, budget authority, and organizational scope. You can cross-check the prevailing wage for your specific metropolitan area and occupation code using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. A Level I or II filing for a director-level role raises red flags at USCIS and can result in a denial.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer terminates my Director of Projects role?
Your H-1B status is employer-specific, so termination ends your authorized period of stay. USCIS provides a 60-day grace period during which you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the country. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the 60 days expire for you to continue working legally.