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Project Director roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 65,000-cap lottery applies unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
We are looking for an experienced Associate Director – Project Controls to lead the implementation and delivery of PMO and Project Controls services across major construction projects and programmes. The role will provide leadership across cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting, while acting as a trusted advisor to clients and key project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery and performance of PMO and Project Controls services across assigned projects and programmes.
- Develop and implement effective Project Controls frameworks and strategies.
- Lead project controls activities across cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting.
- Manage project baselines covering scope, time, cost, risk and assumptions, including performance, change and contingency monitoring.
- Lead periodic reporting, governance and performance meetings.
- Manage relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and project teams.
- Act as the Project Controls subject matter expert and trusted advisor to clients.
- Lead, mentor and develop Project Controls professionals and junior team members.
- Support resourcing and recruitment requirements across assigned commissions.
- Drive best practice, continuous improvement and high-performing Project Controls delivery.
About You
You will have:
- Significant experience leading PMO and Project Controls on major construction projects/programmes, ideally within a consultancy environment.
- Strong experience establishing Project Controls management and assurance frameworks.
- Strong knowledge across planning/scheduling, cost, risk, change management and reporting.
- Expert knowledge of Project Controls tools and systems, including Primavera P6, Power BI, Aconex and MS Office.
- Knowledge of risk management tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis and Active Risk Manager.
- Experience delivering Project Controls across multiple sectors, such as rail, highways, nuclear, public sector or healthcare.
- Strong client-facing, stakeholder management, presentation and communication skills.
- Experience leading, mentoring and developing teams.
Qualifications
- PMO and Project Controls experience delivering project management services across major construction programmes or portfolios.
- Chartered status, equivalent professional accreditation and/or membership of a relevant professional institution such as the Association for Project Management (APM).
- A relevant degree in construction, engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
- MSP, P3O or P3M3 accreditation is desirable.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. (Dependant on geography with BUD approval)
Associate Director – Project Controls
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
We are looking for an experienced Associate Director – Project Controls to lead the implementation and delivery of PMO and Project Controls services across major construction projects and programmes. The role will provide leadership across cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting, while acting as a trusted advisor to clients and key project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery and performance of PMO and Project Controls services across assigned projects and programmes.
- Develop and implement effective Project Controls frameworks and strategies.
- Lead project controls activities across cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting.
- Manage project baselines covering scope, time, cost, risk and assumptions, including performance, change and contingency monitoring.
- Lead periodic reporting, governance and performance meetings.
- Manage relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and project teams.
- Act as the Project Controls subject matter expert and trusted advisor to clients.
- Lead, mentor and develop Project Controls professionals and junior team members.
- Support resourcing and recruitment requirements across assigned commissions.
- Drive best practice, continuous improvement and high-performing Project Controls delivery.
About You
You will have:
- Significant experience leading PMO and Project Controls on major construction projects/programmes, ideally within a consultancy environment.
- Strong experience establishing Project Controls management and assurance frameworks.
- Strong knowledge across planning/scheduling, cost, risk, change management and reporting.
- Expert knowledge of Project Controls tools and systems, including Primavera P6, Power BI, Aconex and MS Office.
- Knowledge of risk management tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis and Active Risk Manager.
- Experience delivering Project Controls across multiple sectors, such as rail, highways, nuclear, public sector or healthcare.
- Strong client-facing, stakeholder management, presentation and communication skills.
- Experience leading, mentoring and developing teams.
Qualifications
- PMO and Project Controls experience delivering project management services across major construction programmes or portfolios.
- Chartered status, equivalent professional accreditation and/or membership of a relevant professional institution such as the Association for Project Management (APM).
- A relevant degree in construction, engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
- MSP, P3O or P3M3 accreditation is desirable.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. (Dependant on geography with BUD approval)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Project Director
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
Pull together degree certificates, transcripts, and any PMP or CAPM credentials before applying. USCIS scrutinizes Project Director petitions for degree-field alignment, so evidence that your education directly supports the role strengthens your case.
Check LCA filing history by SOC code
Project Directors typically file under SOC 11-9199 or 11-1021. Search the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which employers have certified LCAs for those codes recently. Frequent filers signal an active sponsorship pipeline for your target role.
Target cap-exempt employers to skip the lottery
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual 65,000-cap lottery entirely. Program management and capital project director roles exist in all three sectors.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by the Project Director job title on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B filing history for that role. You'll avoid cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored the position.
Negotiate petition timing around the April filing window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can only be filed from April 1 for an October 1 start date. Secure your offer and complete the LCA certification before the registration window opens in March so your employer files on day one.
Use O*NET to align your job description with specialty occupation standards
USCIS expects the Project Director job description to demonstrate that a specific bachelor's degree is a minimum requirement. Cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile to ensure your duties and the degree requirement in your offer letter are consistent.
H-1B Visa Project Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as engineering, construction management, business administration, or information technology. Generic management experience alone isn't sufficient. Your employer's job description must establish that the degree is a minimum requirement for the role, not just preferred.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Project Directors?
Engineering and construction firms, IT consulting companies, healthcare systems, and federal contractors are consistent H-1B sponsors for Project Director roles. Cap-exempt institutions, including universities and nonprofit research organizations, sponsor year-round without lottery risk. Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B filing history by role so you can target employers who have sponsored Project Director positions specifically.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Project Director hiring?
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for the Project Director role in your work location before certifying the LCA. The wage is determined by the job's SOC code and the local wage level. Employers must post a notice at the worksite and attest to the wage in the LCA before USCIS will accept the petition.
Can I change employers as a Project Director on an H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as you've had a valid H-1B for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file an amended petition if your job duties change materially from those in the original petition.
Does a PMP certification help with an H-1B petition for Project Director roles?
A PMP credential strengthens your petition by demonstrating specialized knowledge, but USCIS requires a qualifying bachelor's degree as the foundation for specialty occupation status. The PMP alone doesn't substitute for a degree. It's most useful as supporting evidence when your degree field isn't a direct match for the Project Director position description.