H-1B Visa Estimator Jobs
Estimator roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field. Large general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and engineering firms regularly file LCAs for estimating positions. Your degree field and the employer's prevailing wage compliance are the two factors that determine whether your offer converts to a petition.
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Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded construction company, is seeking qualified candidates for a Preconstruction Sitework Estimator position. This position is located in our Corporate office in Sanford, FL.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to read and review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports and other design criteria reports
- Perform quantity take-off of all sitework components, requiring quantity counts, measurements and determining material types
- Calculating labor and equipment costs for self performed work for all types of jobsite conditions
- Ability to identify risks including utility conflicts, dewatering needs, excavation protection and other temporary measures needed for a complete sitework estimate
- Solicit Subcontractor/Supplier participation via phone and/or E-mail
- Developing and maintaining long term beneficial relationships with key vendors and subcontractors
- Proficient in scope analysis and ability to estimate deficiencies as needed
- Projects ranging from 4 Million to 400 Million with hard deadlines and must be able to multi-task efficiently
- Attend Pre-Bid Meetings as needed
- Writing RFI’s along with clarifications and assumptions
PREFERENCES/QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3-4 years of sitework estimating or similar field experience
- Previous experience with hard bid Municipal utility projects is a plus
- Ability to understand construction terminology
- Strong communication, teamwork and organizational skills are required
- Computer proficiency in MS Office, Planswift/OST take-off programs and ability to learn internal estimating software are required
- Valid Driver License and ability to commute to job sites
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).
Our recruiting process is centralized and managed exclusively by the HR Department. We do not pay agency fees for unsolicited resumes. An unsolicited resume is defined as any resume submitted by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our recruiting agreement, and has not been engaged by HR to fill a specific position.
INTRODUCTION
Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded construction company, is seeking qualified candidates for a Preconstruction Sitework Estimator position. This position is located in our Corporate office in Sanford, FL.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to read and review drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports and other design criteria reports
- Perform quantity take-off of all sitework components, requiring quantity counts, measurements and determining material types
- Calculating labor and equipment costs for self performed work for all types of jobsite conditions
- Ability to identify risks including utility conflicts, dewatering needs, excavation protection and other temporary measures needed for a complete sitework estimate
- Solicit Subcontractor/Supplier participation via phone and/or E-mail
- Developing and maintaining long term beneficial relationships with key vendors and subcontractors
- Proficient in scope analysis and ability to estimate deficiencies as needed
- Projects ranging from 4 Million to 400 Million with hard deadlines and must be able to multi-task efficiently
- Attend Pre-Bid Meetings as needed
- Writing RFI’s along with clarifications and assumptions
PREFERENCES/QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3-4 years of sitework estimating or similar field experience
- Previous experience with hard bid Municipal utility projects is a plus
- Ability to understand construction terminology
- Strong communication, teamwork and organizational skills are required
- Computer proficiency in MS Office, Planswift/OST take-off programs and ability to learn internal estimating software are required
- Valid Driver License and ability to commute to job sites
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).
Our recruiting process is centralized and managed exclusively by the HR Department. We do not pay agency fees for unsolicited resumes. An unsolicited resume is defined as any resume submitted by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our recruiting agreement, and has not been engaged by HR to fill a specific position.
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Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires that an Estimator role normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field like construction management, civil engineering, or quantity surveying. A general business degree alone may trigger an RFE, so confirm your employer's job description explicitly states a field-specific requirement.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for Estimators under SOC code 13-1051 in your work location. If the offered salary falls below Level I, the employer can't file a compliant LCA, which blocks the H-1B petition entirely.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Estimator roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation. Companies with repeat filings in construction, infrastructure, and engineering sectors already understand the process and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-petition.
Document project scope and technical complexity
When your employer builds the H-1B petition, USCIS scrutinizes whether the Estimator role genuinely requires a degree. Gather project documentation showing cost modeling, bid analysis, or systems like Procore or Timberline that require specialized training, not just work experience alone.
Understand how project-based work affects your status
Estimators who move between job sites must have LCA certifications that cover each worksite location. If your employer wins a contract in a new state, DOL requires an amended or new LCA before you work there, which adds processing time to your timeline.
File premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS offers 15-business-day adjudication through premium processing for an additional fee. Estimating roles often have project-tied start dates, so a delayed decision can affect bid commitments. Confirm with your employer early whether they'll cover this cost before the petition is submitted.
H-1B Visa Estimator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Estimator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can qualify, but it's not automatic. USCIS evaluates whether the specific Estimator position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as construction management, civil engineering, or architecture. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience for a degree are at higher risk of an RFE. Your employer's job description must clearly tie the position to a field-specific educational requirement.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Estimator roles?
General contractors, specialty subcontractors, engineering and design-build firms, and infrastructure consultancies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Estimators. Defense contractors and large commercial developers also file regularly. You can filter by employer and occupation on Migrate Mate to see which companies have active LCA filings specifically for estimating and cost management roles.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm moved between project sites?
DOL requires a certified LCA for each location where you work for more than 30 continuous days or 60 non-continuous days in a year. If your employer sends you to a new city or state on a project, they need to file a new or amended LCA covering that worksite before you begin work there. Short-term travel under those thresholds is generally exempt, but confirm the specifics with your employer's immigration counsel.
Can I switch employers mid-H-1B while working as an Estimator?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and the petition is non-frivolous. The new employer must file their own LCA covering the Estimator role and location, and the offered wage must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements for that position.
How does the O*NET classification affect my H-1B petition as an Estimator?
USCIS references O*NET job zone classifications when evaluating specialty occupation status. The O*NET profile for Cost Estimators (SOC 13-1051) places the role in Job Zone 4, which corresponds to substantial education requirements. Your employer's petition should align the job duties with the O*NET description and cite the degree requirement directly. Deviations between your actual duties and the O*NET profile can invite additional scrutiny.