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Project Designer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in architecture, industrial design, engineering, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Project Designer
Job Description Summary
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet the requirements and goals of the client.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Formulate preliminary space plans and sketches that integrate the client’s needs
- Confirm preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety and welfare requirements
- Compile selection of colors, materials and finishes to appropriately convey the concept and to meet socio-psychological, functional, maintenance, lifecycle performance, environmental, and safety requirements
- Compile selection and specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment and millwork, including layout drawings and detailed product description; and provision of contract documentation to facilitate pricing, procurement and installation of furniture
- Coordinate and collaborate with other allied design professionals who may be retained to provide consulting services
- Confirm construction documents for non-structural and/or non-seismic construction are signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials
- Assist with administration of contract documents, bids and negotiations as the client’s agent
- Provide reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from a FIDER accredited institution (NCIDQ a plus)
- Minimum of 1+ years of relevant work experience
- Or any similar combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or REVIT and Architectural Desktop
- Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
- Understanding of the technical aspects of design/construction such as low voltage, construction materials, design concepts/budgets, constructability, electrical and HVAC systems
- Versed in the five phases of an interior/architectural project
- Excellent internal and external customer service skills
- Effective interpersonal skills and problem solving ability
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously
- The qualified candidate will be detail oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service oriented
Physical Requirements
- Involves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for up to 8 hours a day
- May involve periods of standing, such as operating at a copier/fax/scanner
- Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to write and type
- Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
- Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented orally and in writing
- Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so others will understand
- Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, graphics, and computer displays
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $55,355.40 - $65,124.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
Project Designer
Job Description Summary
Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet the requirements and goals of the client.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Formulate preliminary space plans and sketches that integrate the client’s needs
- Confirm preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety and welfare requirements
- Compile selection of colors, materials and finishes to appropriately convey the concept and to meet socio-psychological, functional, maintenance, lifecycle performance, environmental, and safety requirements
- Compile selection and specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment and millwork, including layout drawings and detailed product description; and provision of contract documentation to facilitate pricing, procurement and installation of furniture
- Coordinate and collaborate with other allied design professionals who may be retained to provide consulting services
- Confirm construction documents for non-structural and/or non-seismic construction are signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials
- Assist with administration of contract documents, bids and negotiations as the client’s agent
- Provide reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from a FIDER accredited institution (NCIDQ a plus)
- Minimum of 1+ years of relevant work experience
- Or any similar combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or REVIT and Architectural Desktop
- Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval
- Understanding of the technical aspects of design/construction such as low voltage, construction materials, design concepts/budgets, constructability, electrical and HVAC systems
- Versed in the five phases of an interior/architectural project
- Excellent internal and external customer service skills
- Effective interpersonal skills and problem solving ability
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously
- The qualified candidate will be detail oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service oriented
Physical Requirements
- Involves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for up to 8 hours a day
- May involve periods of standing, such as operating at a copier/fax/scanner
- Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to write and type
- Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
- Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented orally and in writing
- Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so others will understand
- Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, graphics, and computer displays
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $55,355.40 - $65,124.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Project Designer
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to Project Designer work. A degree in architecture, product design, or mechanical engineering strengthens your petition. Degrees in unrelated fields require a detailed advisory opinion explaining the connection.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that threshold before your employer can file the LCA.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Project Designer employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this role. Prior LCA activity signals a hiring process already set up for H-1B sponsorship, reducing friction during offer negotiations.
Build a portfolio that documents specialty occupation
Compile project documentation showing degree-level design decisions, not just execution tasks. USCIS RFEs for Project Designer petitions often challenge whether the role truly requires a bachelor's degree, so your portfolio becomes supporting evidence for your employer's petition.
Understand how project-based work affects your petition
Project Designer roles at consulting or staffing firms often involve third-party client sites, which triggers the itinerary requirement. Your employer must document each worksite location in the LCA and maintain a public access file at each site.
H-1B Visa Project Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as architecture, industrial design, or engineering. Job postings that list a degree as preferred rather than required can draw an RFE challenging specialty occupation status. Your employer's job description and your own degree field both need to align clearly with the work being performed.
How do I find Project Designer employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Project Designer jobs by verified H-1B sponsorship history, pulling directly from DOL Labor Condition Application data. This lets you see which employers have filed for this specific role rather than relying on job postings that may claim sponsorship availability without a track record to back it up.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Project Designer role mid-year?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, as long as your prior petition was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer must file a new LCA reflecting the Project Designer role at the new worksite before or alongside the transfer petition.
What happens if my Project Designer work spans multiple client sites?
Your employer must file a separate LCA for each geographic area where you'll work if those locations fall outside the metropolitan statistical area listed on the original LCA. The prevailing wage requirement applies independently at each site, so your employer needs to confirm your salary meets the threshold for every location. This is a frequent compliance gap at consulting-model design firms.
Does O*NET classify Project Designer as a specialty occupation?
O*NET profiles the Project Designer occupation under job zones that typically require substantial preparation and a related bachelor's degree, which supports the specialty occupation argument. Referencing the O*NET profile in your H-1B petition documentation helps substantiate that industry practice normally requires a degree for this role, particularly when the job title is non-standard or used differently across employers.