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General Foreman jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship exist where employers structure the role around degree-level engineering, construction management, or project oversight duties. Each worksite requires its own certified LCA, and your H-1B status covers up to three years with extensions to a six-year maximum.
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Requisition ID: 190912
Position Summary
Effectively lead and manage daily activities and production according to the project timeline, plans, specifications, codes and industry standards and provide the necessary training on proper safety and operational procedures. Work with or supervise other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision.
Experience Level
Lead
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Coordinate with Superintendent and Project Management to organize crew, materials, and equipment to achieve highest productivity and quality and lowest cost in line with the budget.
- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and ensure that specifications are met.
- Maintain accurate reporting records including job quantities, productivity rates, time sheets and daily management reports.
- May assist in developing a weekly schedule and in carrying out sequence of activities for assigned crew.
- Responsible for timely completion of work assignments within the estimated costs while maintaining the company’s reputation for quality workmanship/product.
- Responsible for the safety of those on the crew and will conduct all operations according to all applicable company and government safety rules.
- Will develop and maintain a proper crew attitude by conducting toolbox meetings and communicating safety concerns, work scope, plans and schedules to leadmen and crews.
- Monitor compliance by all employees under his/her supervision with all Company policies.
- Continuously check the work of crew and adjust the work or plan and schedule as required.
- Prioritize workload and operate within a defined budget.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill to perform all essential functions of craft workers under his/her supervision.
- Ability to perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of work assigned, train/ teach safety practices, policies and procedures.
- Have a working knowledge of the scheduling, material control and unit manhour performance, estimating fundamentals and job cost management systems.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
- Must be a good communicator, motivator, and team player.
Work Setting & Job Requirements
- Able to meet all physical requirements.
- Must have all required tools.
- Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft).
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload.
- May require a valid state issued driver's license.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
About TIC
TIC – The Industrial Company is a leading industrial, power, marine and heavy civil contractor that builds some of the most complex projects across North America. As an employee-owned company, TIC is truly Powered by People. Our culture, focused on safety and people development, offers employees exciting, challenging and rewarding careers. Our services are diverse — and with our unique network of decentralized offices, backed by a multi-billion-dollar organization — we have the availability to tackle projects of any size within the energy marketplace. We offer more than a paycheck. In addition to competitive wages, employees receive access to award-winning training, paid time off (PTO) and full benefit packages— including health, dental and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement savings, complete with a company match program. We reward employees based on their performance and offer many opportunities for advancement.
If you want a career that will take you places, look no further. For more information on our current projects/job openings, or to apply online visit our website at: www.ticcraftjobs.com
Interested in our Craft opportunities? Give us a call!
Contact the Recruiting Craft Line at 877-772-7707 to learn more about current openings.
English: Select Option 4 — Human Resources, then Option 2 — Craft Jobs.
Español: Llama al mismo número y selecciona la opción 2 — Trabajos de oficio.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Pull the O*NET profile for your occupation code and map your bachelor's degree field directly to the supervisory and technical duties listed. Employers filing an H-1B petition need that degree-to-role connection to hold up under USCIS scrutiny.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your job title, SOC code, and worksite ZIP through the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations begin. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the applicable prevailing wage level, so knowing the floor protects you from underpayment filings.
Target contractors with multi-state LCA filing history
Construction and infrastructure contractors who operate across multiple states file separate LCAs for each worksite. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filings specifically in General Foreman or construction management roles, narrowed by region.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your employer assigns you to a new project location not listed on your original LCA, a fresh DOL certification is required before you start work there. Clarify this process with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before signing any project assignment agreement.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically between employers
If your sponsoring contractor loses a project and your role ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B employer. File the new I-129 petition during this window to maintain lawful status without a gap in work authorization.
Request portability rights in your employment agreement
Once your I-140 immigrant petition has been approved for 180 days, AC21 portability lets you change employers without losing your priority date, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. Negotiate this awareness into your contract before the petition is filed.
H-1B Visa General Foreman: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a General Foreman role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A General Foreman role qualifies as a specialty occupation only when the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as construction management, civil engineering, or a comparable discipline. Employers sponsoring H-1B workers typically restructure the job description to center on degree-level technical and project oversight duties rather than craft supervision alone.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for General Foreman positions?
Search Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in construction management and related supervisory roles. DOL discloses every certified LCA publicly, so the data reflects actual sponsorship activity rather than self-reported claims. Focusing on contractors and infrastructure firms that file consistently across multiple worksites is a practical starting point.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer moves me to a new project site?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B work requires its own certified LCA on file with DOL before you begin work at that location. If your employer assigns you to an unlisted site, they must file and receive certification for a new LCA covering that address. Confirm your employer has this process in place, particularly in construction roles where site assignments change frequently.
How long does H-1B status last for a General Foreman role?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended in increments up to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B extensions are possible only if an employment-based immigrant petition has been filed and meets specific filing-date thresholds under AC21. Planning for the long-term timeline is especially relevant in construction, where multi-year projects can span status periods.
What documents should I gather before a sponsoring employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts and your degree certificate showing a field directly related to the foreman role, any professional licenses or certifications required by state or project type, and a detailed job description that ties your daily duties to your academic background. The employer will also need prevailing wage documentation from the OFLC Wage Search and a certified LCA for each worksite before filing the I-129 petition with USCIS.