H-1B Visa Project Assistant Jobs
Project Assistant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, project management, or engineering. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery registration window matters.
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Get Access To All JobsLOCATION: Fort Worth, Texas
Job ID: 1806
General Responsibilities:
Provide project delivery support including document control and administration, project tracking, project quality and consistency, and drafting communications resulting in great client experience.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
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Assist project/program manager with resource management and resource assignment.
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Partner with financial analysts/ accountants to collect and enter information to support tracking of project/program details including timelines, budgets, timelines/schedules, proposals, contracts, deliverable dates, etc. in applicable process systems.
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Assist the project team with drafting report deliverables and proposal deliverables.
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Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and project team with fee estimate and change order management.
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Perform data entry or updates to documentation & systems including TerraNet and CRM.
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Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to support management of project Work in Progress (WIP), invoicing and Accounts Receivable (AR).
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Answer questions by Operations on Terracon client programs and system use.
Document Control
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Provide document control for projects per established processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and project and program requirements.
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Provide administrative support to project team supporting Operations, National Accounts or Sectors.
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Update and maintain project/program details in spreadsheets or other appropriate tracking systems including timelines, budgets, schedules, proposals, deliverable dates, etc.
Project Delivery Support
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Provide updates to project/program team leaders on client deliverables and status of projects, including subtask timelines and deliverable dates including financials (provided by financial analysts/ accountants) or other areas as needed.
-
Assist with updates to TerraNet and/or CRM.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants to support proposal and project registration setup as needed.
-
Assist with updates to Program Manual or related documents.
-
Assist project/program leadership with client communication plans.
-
Assist with tracking and communicate project milestones to project team.
-
Prepare specific written report sections and associated drawings and attachments.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to draft proposals and fee estimate for standard or routine projects.
-
Draft, track and maintain project change orders.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to perform project registration and invoicing tasks, as needed.
-
Maintain inventory of contracts for each project including status and ensuring signed contract is on file.
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Prepare request for information responses regarding design changes, as directed.
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Assist with utility locating services and clearances, as directed.
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Perform other engineering support tasks including development of drawings and directives for proposed boring and test pit locations and plans, preparation of boring and test pit logs and coordination of drilling, and field classification of soil and rock samples, as directed.
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Schedule and communicate with the client regarding project report status and delivery schedule.
Compass Delivery Focus
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Maintains and updates project-level Compass, as applicable.
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Provides training and coaching to operational project managers and team members on the use and applicability of Compass to enhance the Client Experience.
General
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Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
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Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
-
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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High school diploma and a minimum of 2 years’ related experience.
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Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
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Experience with gINT Geotechnical software and AutoCAD LT preferred (if applicable).
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Fluent in Microsoft Office applications.
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A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
LOCATION: Fort Worth, Texas
Job ID: 1806
General Responsibilities:
Provide project delivery support including document control and administration, project tracking, project quality and consistency, and drafting communications resulting in great client experience.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
-
Assist project/program manager with resource management and resource assignment.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants to collect and enter information to support tracking of project/program details including timelines, budgets, timelines/schedules, proposals, contracts, deliverable dates, etc. in applicable process systems.
-
Assist the project team with drafting report deliverables and proposal deliverables.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and project team with fee estimate and change order management.
-
Perform data entry or updates to documentation & systems including TerraNet and CRM.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to support management of project Work in Progress (WIP), invoicing and Accounts Receivable (AR).
-
Answer questions by Operations on Terracon client programs and system use.
Document Control
-
Provide document control for projects per established processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and project and program requirements.
-
Provide administrative support to project team supporting Operations, National Accounts or Sectors.
-
Update and maintain project/program details in spreadsheets or other appropriate tracking systems including timelines, budgets, schedules, proposals, deliverable dates, etc.
Project Delivery Support
-
Provide updates to project/program team leaders on client deliverables and status of projects, including subtask timelines and deliverable dates including financials (provided by financial analysts/ accountants) or other areas as needed.
-
Assist with updates to TerraNet and/or CRM.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants to support proposal and project registration setup as needed.
-
Assist with updates to Program Manual or related documents.
-
Assist project/program leadership with client communication plans.
-
Assist with tracking and communicate project milestones to project team.
-
Prepare specific written report sections and associated drawings and attachments.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to draft proposals and fee estimate for standard or routine projects.
-
Draft, track and maintain project change orders.
-
Partner with financial analysts/ accountants and the project team to perform project registration and invoicing tasks, as needed.
-
Maintain inventory of contracts for each project including status and ensuring signed contract is on file.
-
Prepare request for information responses regarding design changes, as directed.
-
Assist with utility locating services and clearances, as directed.
-
Perform other engineering support tasks including development of drawings and directives for proposed boring and test pit locations and plans, preparation of boring and test pit logs and coordination of drilling, and field classification of soil and rock samples, as directed.
-
Schedule and communicate with the client regarding project report status and delivery schedule.
Compass Delivery Focus
-
Maintains and updates project-level Compass, as applicable.
-
Provides training and coaching to operational project managers and team members on the use and applicability of Compass to enhance the Client Experience.
General
-
Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
-
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
-
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
-
High school diploma and a minimum of 2 years’ related experience.
-
Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
-
Experience with gINT Geotechnical software and AutoCAD LT preferred (if applicable).
-
Fluent in Microsoft Office applications.
-
A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Assistant
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Project Assistant duties in your offer letter. A business administration or engineering degree works; a general arts degree may trigger an RFE. Check the O*NET profile for this role before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Project Assistant roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation code. Past filing history signals that a company understands the H-1B process and has legal infrastructure in place.
Request an offer letter before April registration
H-1B registration opens in March. Your employer needs a signed offer letter to submit your registration by the deadline. Start your Project Assistant job search by January so HR has time to get approvals internally before the window opens.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled
H-1B employers must file an LCA with DOL certifying they'll pay the prevailing wage. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Project Assistant roles in your target city before you negotiate, so you know what DOL requires your employer to offer.
Document project management credentials before filing
If your Project Assistant role involves coordinating schedules, budgets, or vendor contracts, gather any PMP coursework, Agile certifications, or portfolio samples now. USCIS may issue an RFE asking for evidence that the role genuinely requires a degree-level specialist.
Understand cap-exempt employer options as a fallback
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-related entities are exempt from the 85,000-slot cap. Project Assistant roles at these employers can be filed any time of year, so they're a practical backup if you miss the lottery.
H-1B Visa Project Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS approves H-1B petitions for Project Assistant positions when the job description requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business administration, project management, or engineering. Generic coordinator duties with no degree requirement won't qualify. Ask the employer to review the job description against specialty occupation criteria before you apply.
How do I find Project Assistant employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows Project Assistant listings filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can see which companies have already gone through the DOL and USCIS process for this type of role. That's a faster signal than asking HR cold, since not every recruiter knows their company's sponsorship track record for mid-level coordination roles.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Project Assistant contract ends early?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. If you're on a fixed-term project contract, build your next job search into your calendar at least 90 days before the end date so you're not racing the clock.
Can my employer file H-1B for a Project Assistant role that's mostly remote?
Yes, but the employer must file an LCA that lists every location where you'll work for more than 30 days in a year. If the project takes you to multiple client sites, each site may need to be listed separately with its own prevailing wage certification. Confirm with your employer's legal team how they handle multi-site or fully remote LCA filings before you accept an offer.
What wage level should a Project Assistant H-1B petition use?
DOL assigns prevailing wages across four levels based on experience, supervision, and complexity. Most entry-level Project Assistant roles fall at Level I or II. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage for your occupation code and work location before signing your offer letter. An employer who files at Level I for a role with Level II responsibilities risks a DOL audit.