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Project Executive roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in business, construction management, or a related field. Employers in construction, real estate development, and professional services regularly file H-1B petitions for this title. The annual cap applies, so timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded General Contractor based in Central Florida, is seeking a highly qualified candidate for a Project Executive – Water/Wastewater position. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the management, execution, and financial success of our water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong client relations with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction to multiple project teams working on water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipeline systems, and related infrastructure.
- Develop team members through training, mentoring, and coaching to maintain continuous improvement across project execution and delivery.
- Collaborate closely with Business Development and Marketing to identify and secure new water and wastewater opportunities.
- Participate in and advise senior leadership on pursuits, client development, and bid strategies within the water/wastewater sector.
- Review and negotiate contract documents to ensure understanding of project scope, technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and deliverables.
- Coordinate the interests of Wharton-Smith, the client, and third-party stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met and client satisfaction is achieved.
- Promote collaboration, communication, and cooperation across project teams to ensure unified goals and accountability.
- Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of project personnel to ensure compliance, quality, and accuracy.
- Provide oversight and direction in project financial performance including cost tracking, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
- Champion safety practices across all projects by ensuring policies are reviewed and implemented effectively by Project Managers and Superintendents.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Ten (10) years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, specifically in water and wastewater treatment facility projects.
- Advanced understanding of the construction processes and regulatory requirements specific to water/wastewater infrastructure.
- Experience with various delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build) within the water sector.
- Ability to interpret civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings, technical specifications, and contract documents.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and analytical skills with a proven track record of managing complex infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and produce results through others.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to plan and manage project pipelines over a 3–5-year outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills at both operational and strategic levels.
- High level of energy, integrity, and a commitment to exceptional client service.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and industry partners.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).
Our recruiting process is centralized and is handled by our HR Department. If we are sent unsolicited resumes from recruiters, we will not pay any recruiting fees. Unsolicited resumes are any resumes sent to us by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our contract, and has not been requested by our HR Department to search for a specific position.
Position Overview:
Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded General Contractor based in Central Florida, is seeking a highly qualified candidate for a Project Executive – Water/Wastewater position. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the management, execution, and financial success of our water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong client relations with municipal, utility, and public-sector clients.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction to multiple project teams working on water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipeline systems, and related infrastructure.
- Develop team members through training, mentoring, and coaching to maintain continuous improvement across project execution and delivery.
- Collaborate closely with Business Development and Marketing to identify and secure new water and wastewater opportunities.
- Participate in and advise senior leadership on pursuits, client development, and bid strategies within the water/wastewater sector.
- Review and negotiate contract documents to ensure understanding of project scope, technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and deliverables.
- Coordinate the interests of Wharton-Smith, the client, and third-party stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met and client satisfaction is achieved.
- Promote collaboration, communication, and cooperation across project teams to ensure unified goals and accountability.
- Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of project personnel to ensure compliance, quality, and accuracy.
- Provide oversight and direction in project financial performance including cost tracking, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
- Champion safety practices across all projects by ensuring policies are reviewed and implemented effectively by Project Managers and Superintendents.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Ten (10) years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, specifically in water and wastewater treatment facility projects.
- Advanced understanding of the construction processes and regulatory requirements specific to water/wastewater infrastructure.
- Experience with various delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build) within the water sector.
- Ability to interpret civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings, technical specifications, and contract documents.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and analytical skills with a proven track record of managing complex infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and produce results through others.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to plan and manage project pipelines over a 3–5-year outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills at both operational and strategic levels.
- High level of energy, integrity, and a commitment to exceptional client service.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and industry partners.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).
Our recruiting process is centralized and is handled by our HR Department. If we are sent unsolicited resumes from recruiters, we will not pay any recruiting fees. Unsolicited resumes are any resumes sent to us by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our contract, and has not been requested by our HR Department to search for a specific position.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Project Executive
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly supports the Project Executive position. A business administration, civil engineering, or construction management degree strengthens your petition. A general humanities degree paired with this title invites a Request for Evidence.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time of year. Project Executive roles exist at these organizations, and you skip the annual lottery entirely.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's Labor Condition Application must certify your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Project Executive in your metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level III or IV wages before you counter, so your ask stays LCA-compliant.
Search for verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Project Executive openings by employers with documented H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate. That history signals the company has legal infrastructure and internal process for sponsorship, reducing the risk of an offer that stalls at HR approval.
Request premium processing in your offer negotiation
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. Ask your prospective employer to file with USCIS premium processing, which returns a decision in 15 business days. This is a legitimate ask, and many experienced sponsors include it by default.
Document your project oversight scope for the petition
Your employer's attorney needs evidence that the Project Executive role genuinely requires a specialized degree, not just managerial experience. Gather org charts, project charters, and budget authority records before the petition is drafted. Vague job duty letters draw RFEs.
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Find Project Executive JobsProject Executive H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Executive role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or business administration. USCIS evaluates the specific duties of the role, not just the title. If your employer's job description allows any degree field or substitutes years of experience for education without a degree requirement, the petition is at higher risk of a Request for Evidence or denial.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Project Executive positions?
Construction and real estate development firms, engineering and architecture companies, large consulting practices, and technology companies managing infrastructure or product rollouts regularly sponsor Project Executives. These employers have established H-1B filing programs and in-house or retained immigration counsel. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate before applying.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my timeline as a Project Executive candidate?
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March each year for the fiscal year beginning October 1. If your employer is cap-subject, your petition enters the lottery pool, and employment can't begin before October 1 even if selected. Start your job search no later than January to allow time for offer negotiation, LCA filing, and registration preparation before the March window closes.
Can my employer sponsor me for H-1B if I'm already working in the U.S. on a different visa status?
Yes. If you're currently on F-1 OPT, L-1, TN, or another nonimmigrant status, your employer can file an H-1B change of status petition on your behalf. If selected in the lottery, your status changes to H-1B on October 1 without you needing to leave the U.S. You can continue working in your authorized status while the petition is pending, provided your current authorization doesn't expire.
What documentation should I prepare to support my H-1B petition for a Project Executive role?
Gather your academic transcripts and degree certificates, any professional credentials or certifications relevant to project management or your industry, and a detailed letter from your employer describing the specific duties and the degree requirement for the role. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service is typically required. Evidence of past projects you've led, including scope, budget, and team size, helps demonstrate the complexity of the position.
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