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Construction professionals from Singapore can pursue H-1B1 visa sponsorship for roles in project management, structural engineering, and site supervision across the U.S. With no lottery and a 5,400-annual cap that rarely fills, you apply directly at the consulate once you have a qualifying job offer and a certified Labor Condition Application from your employer.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Are you experienced in Data Center Estimating and looking for a fast paced environment to work in? The AWS Construction Estimating team is seeking a passionate and motivated Estimator to work on a global level to provide construction cost estimates for various stages of design development phases across a portfolio of fast paced construction projects. The ideal candidate is innovative, analytical and knowledgeable of the global construction market, the core systems integral to the construction of data centers, and their associated costs. You should have a bias toward automation and a track record of creating complete estimates for construction projects. You pay attention to detail and solve problems at their root. You have experience developing cost estimates, and working with remote teams with an ability to communicate effectively with both construction and non-construction professionals. At Amazon we leverage unique opportunities presented to us and are diverse, creative, team oriented professionals working on a daily basis to develop data centers that are changing the face of data facilities.
Key job responsibilities
Success as a Sr Construction Cost Estimator is measured by:
- Establishing and monitoring overall estimating plan for assigned construction projects.
- Leading project scoping reviews with estimate requestors to define project scope and estimate deliverables.
- Use and maintenance of historical cost metrics to drive improvements in estimate accuracy.
- Utilizing tools and templates for various levels of estimates and project types including risk assessment.
- Producing estimate reports based on AWS standards.
- Analyzing and providing timely feedback of vendor proposals using AWS benchmark data.
- Validating large or complex changes with regards to cost impacts.
- Managing revision control of scope and estimate for new designs and innovations.
About the team
Our team supports data center strategic planning, new initiatives, and active builds across the globe. We are an integral part of AWS expansions in new countries and regions, ensuring budget expectations are set correctly and adequately inform business decisions.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 8+ years of construction cost management experience
- Experience communicating results to stakeholders
-
Familiar with estimating software such as CostX or equivalent
-
25% - 50% international travel, sometimes unplanned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Experience ability to understand and devise new models that work
- Proficient with estimating software such as CostX or equivalent
- General Contractor estimating experience with Data Center or other mission critical construction environments
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, VA, Herndon
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: 139,300.00 - 208,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Are you experienced in Data Center Estimating and looking for a fast paced environment to work in? The AWS Construction Estimating team is seeking a passionate and motivated Estimator to work on a global level to provide construction cost estimates for various stages of design development phases across a portfolio of fast paced construction projects. The ideal candidate is innovative, analytical and knowledgeable of the global construction market, the core systems integral to the construction of data centers, and their associated costs. You should have a bias toward automation and a track record of creating complete estimates for construction projects. You pay attention to detail and solve problems at their root. You have experience developing cost estimates, and working with remote teams with an ability to communicate effectively with both construction and non-construction professionals. At Amazon we leverage unique opportunities presented to us and are diverse, creative, team oriented professionals working on a daily basis to develop data centers that are changing the face of data facilities.
Key job responsibilities
Success as a Sr Construction Cost Estimator is measured by:
- Establishing and monitoring overall estimating plan for assigned construction projects.
- Leading project scoping reviews with estimate requestors to define project scope and estimate deliverables.
- Use and maintenance of historical cost metrics to drive improvements in estimate accuracy.
- Utilizing tools and templates for various levels of estimates and project types including risk assessment.
- Producing estimate reports based on AWS standards.
- Analyzing and providing timely feedback of vendor proposals using AWS benchmark data.
- Validating large or complex changes with regards to cost impacts.
- Managing revision control of scope and estimate for new designs and innovations.
About the team
Our team supports data center strategic planning, new initiatives, and active builds across the globe. We are an integral part of AWS expansions in new countries and regions, ensuring budget expectations are set correctly and adequately inform business decisions.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 8+ years of construction cost management experience
- Experience communicating results to stakeholders
-
Familiar with estimating software such as CostX or equivalent
-
25% - 50% international travel, sometimes unplanned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Experience ability to understand and devise new models that work
- Proficient with estimating software such as CostX or equivalent
- General Contractor estimating experience with Data Center or other mission critical construction environments
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, VA, Herndon
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: 139,300.00 - 208,000.00 USD annually
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Verify your role qualifies as specialty occupation
Construction roles that require a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, or construction management qualify. General superintendent or laborer positions typically don't. Check your target job title against the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the degree requirement before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify construction companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 visa or H-1B visa roles. Employers already familiar with the LCA process move faster and are less likely to stall on sponsorship paperwork once you have an offer.
Gather Singapore-specific credential documentation early
U.S. consular officers will review your academic transcripts and professional certifications. If your degree is from NUS, NTU, or SIT, prepare an official transcript and, where relevant, a credential evaluation confirming U.S. bachelor's equivalency before your interview appointment.
Confirm your employer will certify the LCA before signing
The DOL must certify the Labor Condition Application before you can apply for the H-1B1 visa at the consulate. Ask your employer explicitly whether they've filed an LCA before and confirm they'll use OFLC Wage Search to meet the prevailing wage requirement for your specific role and work location.
Apply at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore, not stateside
H-1B1 Singapore visa applications are filed consularly, not through USCIS. Once your employer's LCA is certified, you schedule a nonimmigrant visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore and bring the certified LCA, your DS-160, and your job offer letter.
Plan renewals before your two-year period ends
H-1B1 visa is issued in two-year increments with no built-in grace period for renewals. Construction projects often run long, so confirm with your employer at least four months before expiry that they'll file a new LCA and support your next consular renewal appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do construction project manager roles qualify for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, construction project manager roles typically qualify when the position requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field. General foreman or on-site labor roles do not qualify because they don't require a specialty degree. Structural engineering, quantity surveying, and BIM coordination roles are also strong fits for H-1B1 visa eligibility.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa differ from the H-1B for construction professionals?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and has a dedicated 5,400-annual cap that rarely fills, so Singaporean nationals can apply year-round without waiting for a selection outcome. The application goes directly to the U.S. Embassy in Singapore rather than through USCIS, making the process faster and more predictable for construction professionals with a qualifying job offer.
How do I find construction employers in the U.S. who will sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visa applicants?
Use Migrate Mate to search for construction companies with verified Labor Condition Application filing history. Employers who have previously filed LCAs for engineering or construction roles understand the sponsorship process and are far more likely to support an H-1B1 visa applicant than companies encountering the visa for the first time.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for H-1B1 Singapore visa sponsorship?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL and uses OFLC Wage Search to confirm the prevailing wage for your specific role and work location. Once the LCA is certified, they provide you with that certification plus a formal job offer letter. You then complete the DS-160 and schedule your interview at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore.
Can I switch construction employers after arriving in the U.S. on an H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and have it certified before you begin working for them. Unlike H-1B portability rules, H-1B1 visa does not allow you to start with the new employer upon filing. You'll need to either apply for a new H-1B1 at the consulate or coordinate the timing carefully with both employers.