H-1B Visa Foreman Jobs
Foreman jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers typically require a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Employers structure these roles around degree-level planning, safety compliance, and project coordination duties. Use this page to find companies with active H-1B filing history for foreman and site supervision roles.
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SUMMARY
The Civil Crew Foreman provides supervisory support to a ground crew for all aspects of construction. This could include but is not limited to pouring foundations, installing fencing, assisting with grounding, and maintaining the area surrounding a site and/or towers.
This is a safety-sensitive position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Safety First – Put safety first and production second. Always.
- On-site supervision of all related construction activities defined in the scope of work, both day and night.
- Supervise and lead team members, setting clear expectations and goals. Coach, mentor, and develop team members to enhance their skills and performance.
- Maintain the project timeline as stated by the Construction Manager/Project Manager.
- Complete daily site field report.
- Complete daily site Job Safety Analysis.
- Provide site scope input.
- Collect all on-site closeout documentation and submit it to the closeout manager per the deliverable timelines.
- Review all on-site closeout documentation for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Participate in continuous training offered by CMS, including weekly safety calls.
- Responsible for site crew quality, timeliness, accuracy, and schedule.
- Do grounding, terminations, fastening, proper bolting, and antioxidant use, support of leads, cadwelding as required, etc.
- Assist on the overall job, including groundwork, all tasks required to build and install a site per customer specs, maintaining a safe work environment, daily use and completion of JSA forms, assisting with overall crew work, maintenance of vehicles and equipment, etc.
- Assist in the coordination, preparation, and cleaning of job sites.
- If required, schedule and attend permit inspections with the local municipality.
- Must be willing to continue to work towards training and certifications for related work.
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- This job operates in a field environment. Must be in good physical condition with the ability to routinely bend, squat, climb, kneel, push, pull, lift 50lbs or more, lift in awkward positions, stand, and twist for extended periods.
- Must be willing to travel out of market/state for up to several months at a time (90%).
- May be required to work long and unpredictable hours.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes DOT physical, background check, and drug/alcohol testing and participate in the random testing program.
- Must be willing to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive company vehicles. A commercial driver's license (CDL) is a plus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Skills:
- Must be able to work in a team environment and be a valued member of the crew and the company.
- Must be able to read and understand drawings, piping diagrams, job specifications, mounting specs, testing procedures, etc.
- Must be able to operate different types of equipment such as backhoe, forklift, electrical and hand tools.
- Successful completion of industrial first aid and rescue training.
- Must have excavator experience.
Soft Skills:
- Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and by email with team members and clients.
- Must be able to lead a crew and project a positive attitude toward others in all work-related settings.
- Must be self-motivated with the desire to learn new things and project a positive attitude toward others in all work-related settings.
- Must have leadership and coaching skills and be competent in conflict and crisis management.
- Must be able to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
- Must be able to work on a team and independently as required.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS
- Supervise 2 to 4 crew members.
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
- This is a full-time position.
- Workdays and hours are typically Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with some overtime requirements.
TRAVEL
- Extensive travel is required for this position. Usually between 80 to 100% of the time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
Desired:
- Related trade school education preferred.
- 3 to 5 years experience working on a tower construction crew.
- Combination of education and experience to total 5 years.
- Demonstrated ability to lead construction crew to complete a project.
OUR BENEFITS
Ontivity offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to enhance all aspects of our employees’ well-being. In addition to competitive pay, our benefits package includes the following:
- Health, dental, and vision plans (for team members and their families).
- Financial planning through our 401(k) program.
- Additional benefits, including life and disability insurance.
- CMS also encourages a healthy lifestyle by providing paid time off to our valued team members.
Ontivity provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Ontivity complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Ontivity expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CMS’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Your degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture needs to map directly to the foreman duties in your job offer. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and match your degree field to the listed knowledge requirements before your employer files.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area so you know the wage floor before negotiations start.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If your foreman role moves between construction sites, each new worksite requires a separately certified LCA before you begin work there. Flag this with your employer early so DOL filings don't lag behind your project schedule.
Target employers with engineering or infrastructure divisions
General contractors, civil infrastructure firms, and industrial construction companies are most likely to have HR teams experienced with H-1B petitions. Use Migrate Mate to search employers by role and verified H-1B LCA filing history rather than guessing from job postings.
Prepare a degree equivalency analysis if your credential is foreign
USCIS accepts foreign three-year bachelor's degrees for specialty occupation if a credential evaluation confirms U.S. equivalency. Commission a report from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files the I-129, not after an RFE arrives.
Align your start date with USCIS processing realities
H-1B status can be granted for up to three years on initial approval. If your project has a fixed mobilization date, ask your employer whether premium processing is available on the I-129 petition to avoid a gap between offer acceptance and authorized start.
H-1B Visa Foreman: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a foreman role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A foreman position qualifies only when the employer structures it around duties that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as construction management or civil engineering. Generic supervisory roles focused on physical coordination rather than technical design or compliance analysis will not meet the specialty occupation standard. The job description in the LCA and I-129 must reflect degree-level responsibilities.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for foreman roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for site supervision and construction management occupations. DOL discloses certified LCA data publicly, so you can confirm an employer has actually filed for roles in your field before you spend time applying. Focus on general contractors, civil infrastructure companies, and industrial construction firms with established HR compliance teams.
What happens if my foreman job moves me to a new construction site?
Each new primary worksite requires its own certified LCA before you begin work there. Your employer must file a new application with DOL and post the required notices at the new location. Short-term placements under certain conditions may qualify for a short-distance exception, but that determination belongs to your employer's immigration counsel, not to you.
How long does H-1B status last for a foreman position?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on initial approval, with the option to extend for another three years, reaching a six-year maximum in most cases. If your employer pursues a green card for you and files a PERM labor certification before you hit the five-year mark, extensions beyond six years may be available under AC21 portability rules.
Can my employer use a single LCA if I supervise multiple active worksites at the same time?
No. Each distinct worksite where you perform H-1B duties needs its own certified LCA on file before you begin work there. A single LCA tied to your employer's headquarters does not cover separate project sites, even within the same metro area. Employers who regularly shift foremen across sites should build a standing LCA filing process into their project mobilization workflow.