H-1B Visa Project Foreman Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Project Foreman roles are available at construction and infrastructure employers who structure the position around degree-level project management, scheduling, and cost-control duties. Each worksite requires a certified Labor Condition Application, and H-1B status is granted for up to three years, extendable to six.
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Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working Foreman must be a skilled craftsman in their trade and have a minimum of five (5) years actual, practical working experience in the industrial HVAC chiller, plumbing, pipefitting and/or mechanical equipment service industry.
A self-starter who must be able to lead a project team of technicians. Interaction with customers, attention to detail in quoting jobs, scheduling technician hours, promoting safety and constant communication plays a key role in this position. Must be computer literate with necessary ability to develop, close and manage all types of quoted work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Mechanical Journeyman License
- 5+ years of commercial HVAC experiences mechanical troubleshooting experience.
- Valid driver's license, appropriate licenses to work with refrigerants, boiler and steam operational & service knowledge.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- This is a Bargaining Unit Position.
COMPENSATION
Pay Range: Starting at $41.00 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
INTRODUCTION
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working Foreman must be a skilled craftsman in their trade and have a minimum of five (5) years actual, practical working experience in the industrial HVAC chiller, plumbing, pipefitting and/or mechanical equipment service industry.
A self-starter who must be able to lead a project team of technicians. Interaction with customers, attention to detail in quoting jobs, scheduling technician hours, promoting safety and constant communication plays a key role in this position. Must be computer literate with necessary ability to develop, close and manage all types of quoted work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Mechanical Journeyman License
- 5+ years of commercial HVAC experiences mechanical troubleshooting experience.
- Valid driver's license, appropriate licenses to work with refrigerants, boiler and steam operational & service knowledge.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- This is a Bargaining Unit Position.
COMPENSATION
Pay Range: Starting at $41.00 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Project Foreman
Map your credentials to specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Construction Managers and First-Line Supervisors to document which of your duties require a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Employers use this framing to justify specialty occupation classification to USCIS.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage for your specific SOC code and metropolitan area before you negotiate. Your employer's LCA must certify pay at or above the applicable prevailing wage for each worksite location.
Target employers with multi-site LCA filing history
Find Project Foreman roles at employers who already file LCAs across multiple worksites using Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified H-1B visa sponsorship history by role and location so you can focus your applications on employers experienced with the process.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
Project Foreman roles frequently move between construction sites. Before your employer files the I-129, confirm they'll certify a separate LCA for every worksite where you'll work, including any secondary locations added after your initial petition is approved.
File or extend during active cap-exempt periods
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT or another status, time your employer's I-129 filing so it aligns with your authorization gap. The selection rules have changed recently, so work with your employer to confirm timing with USCIS before the registration window opens.
Document degree-to-duty alignment in your offer letter
Ask your employer to draft the offer letter and job description so every core duty ties explicitly to your degree field. USCIS scrutinizes Project Foreman petitions more closely when the connection between construction management education and listed responsibilities isn't spelled out.
H-1B Visa Project Foreman: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Foreman role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The H-1B requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers who sponsor Project Foreman roles typically structure the job description around degree-level duties in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, and document that requirement explicitly in the LCA and I-129 petition to satisfy USCIS review.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Project Foreman jobs?
Search on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history filtered by role and location. Focus on general contractors, infrastructure firms, and commercial construction companies that file LCAs repeatedly across multiple projects, since they've already built the internal HR and legal processes to handle sponsorship efficiently.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a new construction site mid-project?
Each worksite requires its own certified LCA. If your employer assigns you to a site not covered by your existing LCA, they must file a new or amended LCA with DOL before you begin work there. Failing to do so puts both your status and your employer's compliance record at risk, so confirm the process with your employer's immigration counsel before any worksite change.
Can my employer start the H-1B process while I'm on another work authorization?
Yes. Many Project Foreman candidates bridge from F-1 OPT or TN visa status while their employer files the H-1B petition. Your employer files the I-129 and, if selected, your H-1B status typically takes effect on October 1 of that fiscal year. The selection rules have changed recently, so confirm current timing with USCIS and your employer's attorney.
How long does H-1B status last for a Project Foreman working across multiple projects?
H-1B status is granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if your employer has an approved I-140 or a pending PERM labor certification that has been filed for at least 365 days. Each extension still requires a new I-129 and updated LCA for every worksite where you're actively employed.