H-1B1 Chile Visa Construction Manager Jobs
Construction Manager jobs in the U.S. are open to Chilean nationals through H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship, with no lottery and a 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, then you apply directly at the consulate in Santiago, no USCIS petition required.
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The purpose of the Sr Manager Supply Chain is to manage all activities related to the planning in support of FMCNA equipment and spares. This role is responsible for implementing and maintaining policies and systems that optimize, plan, execute, and monitor supply chain processes and transactions. The position has a major operational and financial impact on the overall performance given its scope and influence with other North America Supply Chain departments, FMC business stakeholders, and external business partners.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the monthly S&OP process for machines
- Design and implement safety stock and DIOH targets for machines and spares
- Lead planning for spares and ancillary products
- Manage Stock Transfer Order (STO) activities for machines and spares
- Drive initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels by monitoring processes using data-driven performance metrics
- Deliver key metrics (ex: inventory DIOH targets, fill rate) and performance indicators utilized to drive and sustain the business
- Support the development of an integrated supply chain strategy through full implementation of SAP and, or IFS and SAP IBP technology
- Develop high performing teams with a focus on trust, collaboration, communication, and accountability
- Implement continuous improvement activities that will ensure efficient operations providing an enhanced customer experience
- Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
- Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and compliance with relevant laws and standards, including health, safety, environmental regulations, and licensing requirements
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and implement improvement plans to ensure team effectiveness
- Provide senior management, at a minimum, monthly high-level updates on all projects and programs
- Provide training and mentoring to team members to strengthen their contribution to the overall group, which will provide a path for their personal advancement
- Utilize the various available in-house software to achieve maximum efficiency and accuracy, requesting modifications whenever necessary
- Serve as a conduit for all information to superiors and team members who require updates
- Manage the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing
- Recommend and implement strategic initiatives to achieve all appropriate supply chain, division, and corporate goals and objectives
- Interpret company-wide policies and procedures, involved in the development, modification and execution of company policies that affect immediate operations with potential company-wide effect. Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
- Monitor relevant budgets and report on any variances while providing sources of the variances, and corrective actions, if required
- Operate within an established OPEX budget. Generally, manage department budget and day-to-day functions. Develop budgets, schedules, and performance standards. Exercise supervision in terms of costs, methods, and staffing
- Interact frequently with internal departments and external customers/vendors, particularly in problem resolution
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce, partnering with Human Resources on employee matters
- Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations
- Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor
- Other duties as assigned
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
SUPERVISION:
- Responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of various levels of staff
Education:
- High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s or Advanced degree preferred – and/or relevant years of work experience
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Demonstrated ability to manage one or more departments
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience at a supervisor level
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required
- Ability to effectively lead and guide a team of leaders
- Strong performance management and talent development background
- Previous experience with operating a budget
- Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis experience
- Project management experience
- Fleet management/routing experience
- Strong working knowledge of quality systems, DOT regulations, health and safety practices
- Experience with SAP ERP system a must. Experience with SAP IBP and IFS ERP good to have
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Experience with Database Management Software a plus
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
If your location allows for pay/benefit transparency, please click the link below to request further information on this position. Pay Transparency Request Form (smartsheet.com)
EOE, disability/veterans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
Construction Manager roles require a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or architecture to qualify as a specialty occupation. A Chilean título profesional in a directly related field satisfies this requirement, but a general business degree typically won't.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Construction Manager roles by employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Chile workers. This tells you which companies understand the process before you invest time in an application.
Prioritize firms with federal or public-sector contracts
General contractors and construction management firms holding federal contracts are already enrolled in E-Verify, which is a DOL requirement for H-1B1 visa employers. Targeting these firms removes one common sponsorship obstacle from the start.
Benchmark your offered wage against DOL prevailing rates
Your employer must certify on the LCA that your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Construction Managers in that metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the salary aligns with Level I or Level II rates for your experience.
Prepare a Chilean credential evaluation before interviews
Consular officers will assess whether your ingeniería civil or construcción civil degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's. Getting a foreign credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before your first interview strengthens your case and prevents delays after an offer.
Request a defined LCA timeline from your employer
The DOL must certify the LCA before your consulate appointment can proceed. Ask your employer for a written filing timeline at the offer stage. LCA certification typically takes seven to ten business days, and delays push back your entire start date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, provided the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field for the specific position. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field, or that substitute several years of experience for a degree, are harder to qualify. The O*NET profile for Construction Managers lists a bachelor's degree as the standard entry requirement, which supports the specialty occupation argument.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to H-1B for Construction Manager roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery, an annual cap of 1,400 visas that has never been exhausted, and is processed directly at the U.S. consulate in Santiago without a USCIS petition. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through USCIS, subjects applicants to a randomized lottery, and involves significantly longer processing timelines. For Chilean nationals with a qualifying construction management degree, the H-1B1 Chile is a faster and more predictable path.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Construction Manager on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Federal contractors, large general contractors, and construction management firms with multinational project portfolios are most likely to have in-house legal or HR experience handling H-1B1 Chile sponsorship. Migrate Mate lets you filter Construction Manager job listings by employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications, so you can focus outreach on companies that have demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
Can I switch employers after entering the U.S. on an H-1B1 Chile visa as a Construction Manager?
Yes, but the H-1B1 Chile visa does not carry portability rights the way H-1B does under AC21. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you will need a new visa stamp issued at the consulate before or when you change jobs. The H-1B1 Chile status is also tied to a specific employer, so working for a new company before the new LCA is certified puts you out of status.
What documents should I bring to my H-1B1 Chile consulate interview for a Construction Manager role?
Bring your certified LCA, your employer's offer letter specifying your title and duties, your official university transcripts and degree certificate with a certified Spanish-to-English translation if required, and any professional licenses such as a Chilean Colegio de Ingenieros registration. Consular officers will assess whether your credentials and the job duties together satisfy the specialty occupation standard, so organizing documents around that argument improves your outcome.