H-2B Visa Program Manager Jobs
Program Manager jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of seasonal operations management and temporary work authorization. Employers in hospitality, construction, and event services hire program managers under the H-2B program to oversee time-bound projects, but the 66,000-visa annual cap means timing your application matters as much as your qualifications.
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Get Access To All JobsBenefits:
- Supplemental Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Paid Federal Observed Holidays
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Position Summary
Loudoun County, Virginia, one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic counties in the nation, is seeking an exceptional and dedicated Deputy Program Manager / Project Controls Manager to join its newly established Program Management Office (PMO). This PMO will serve as a strategic partner to the Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure (DTCI), supporting a capital portfolio of more than 300 active transportation and facilities projects valued at over $4 billion.
This is a unique opportunity to help transform the County’s capital delivery operations from a reactive, project-by-project model into a proactive, strategically governed, performance-driven program.
The Deputy Program Manager / Project Controls Manager (DPM/PCM) serves as a senior leader within the PMO and the primary authority over the County’s program controls functions. Working fully embedded with DTCI staff during normal business hours, the DPM/PCM ensures disciplined, transparent, and standardized oversight of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and performance for the entire capital program.
The selected professional will support development of the Program Management Plan (PgMP), guide implementation of project management standards, and lead reporting, forecasting, and governance processes essential to executive decision-making. This position also serves as the PMO’s second-in-command, supporting the Program Manager in all aspects of program operations.
Key Responsibilities
Program Controls & Analytics
- Lead the deployment and management of integrated cost, schedule, scope, and risk tracking systems across the capital portfolio.
- Maintain the County’s master program schedule, including dependencies, milestones, and critical path analysis.
- Oversee monthly financial reporting, including budget, commitments, expenditures, variances, and forecasts.
Governance & Reporting
- Produce advanced dashboards, performance metrics, trend analyses, and executive decision-support reports using County-approved systems (e-Builder/Trimble, Oracle, Microsoft 365).
- Support monthly, bi-weekly, and quarterly leadership reporting cycles, including preparation of quarterly portfolio reviews for County leadership and the Board of Supervisors.
Process & Standards Development
- Contribute to the creation and improvement of PMO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) covering project initiation, cost estimating, scheduling, change control, configuration management, and risk management.
- Support development and maintenance of the Program Management Plan (PgMP) and Project Management Plan (PMP) templates.
Cost Estimating & Cash Flow Forecasting
- Support development of cost estimates for capital planning, project initiation forms, and ad hoc requests; ensure assumptions are documented and vetted.
- Assist in annual and ongoing cash flow forecasting submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
PMO Leadership & Staff Support
- Serve as the PMO lead when the Program Manager is unavailable.
- Provide mentoring, training, and capability-building for County project managers and staff.
- Support pilot project baselining for early implementation of new PMO methodologies.
Minimum Qualifications
- 10 years’ experience in program management, project controls, or portfolio oversight for large-scale infrastructure programs (transportation and/or facilities).
- Demonstrated proficiency with cost, schedule, and performance management systems.
- Experience with e-Builder/Trimble, Oracle, and Microsoft Office 365 tools preferred.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, business administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, CCP, EVP, or PSP in Virginia are strongly preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):
It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy that GoldenWolf, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, committed to maintaining world-class facilities through technical excellence and innovation.
About the Company:
GoldenWolf is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business that provides comprehensive facility management and support services to federal agencies. The company specializes in delivering a wide range of professional services, including facilities condition assessments, quality assurance, construction management, strategic planning, and technical support across civilian and defense sectors.
Benefits:
- Supplemental Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Paid Federal Observed Holidays
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Position Summary
Loudoun County, Virginia, one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic counties in the nation, is seeking an exceptional and dedicated Deputy Program Manager / Project Controls Manager to join its newly established Program Management Office (PMO). This PMO will serve as a strategic partner to the Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure (DTCI), supporting a capital portfolio of more than 300 active transportation and facilities projects valued at over $4 billion.
This is a unique opportunity to help transform the County’s capital delivery operations from a reactive, project-by-project model into a proactive, strategically governed, performance-driven program.
The Deputy Program Manager / Project Controls Manager (DPM/PCM) serves as a senior leader within the PMO and the primary authority over the County’s program controls functions. Working fully embedded with DTCI staff during normal business hours, the DPM/PCM ensures disciplined, transparent, and standardized oversight of scope, schedule, cost, risk, and performance for the entire capital program.
The selected professional will support development of the Program Management Plan (PgMP), guide implementation of project management standards, and lead reporting, forecasting, and governance processes essential to executive decision-making. This position also serves as the PMO’s second-in-command, supporting the Program Manager in all aspects of program operations.
Key Responsibilities
Program Controls & Analytics
- Lead the deployment and management of integrated cost, schedule, scope, and risk tracking systems across the capital portfolio.
- Maintain the County’s master program schedule, including dependencies, milestones, and critical path analysis.
- Oversee monthly financial reporting, including budget, commitments, expenditures, variances, and forecasts.
Governance & Reporting
- Produce advanced dashboards, performance metrics, trend analyses, and executive decision-support reports using County-approved systems (e-Builder/Trimble, Oracle, Microsoft 365).
- Support monthly, bi-weekly, and quarterly leadership reporting cycles, including preparation of quarterly portfolio reviews for County leadership and the Board of Supervisors.
Process & Standards Development
- Contribute to the creation and improvement of PMO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) covering project initiation, cost estimating, scheduling, change control, configuration management, and risk management.
- Support development and maintenance of the Program Management Plan (PgMP) and Project Management Plan (PMP) templates.
Cost Estimating & Cash Flow Forecasting
- Support development of cost estimates for capital planning, project initiation forms, and ad hoc requests; ensure assumptions are documented and vetted.
- Assist in annual and ongoing cash flow forecasting submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
PMO Leadership & Staff Support
- Serve as the PMO lead when the Program Manager is unavailable.
- Provide mentoring, training, and capability-building for County project managers and staff.
- Support pilot project baselining for early implementation of new PMO methodologies.
Minimum Qualifications
- 10 years’ experience in program management, project controls, or portfolio oversight for large-scale infrastructure programs (transportation and/or facilities).
- Demonstrated proficiency with cost, schedule, and performance management systems.
- Experience with e-Builder/Trimble, Oracle, and Microsoft Office 365 tools preferred.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, business administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, CCP, EVP, or PSP in Virginia are strongly preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):
It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy that GoldenWolf, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, committed to maintaining world-class facilities through technical excellence and innovation.
About the Company:
GoldenWolf is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business that provides comprehensive facility management and support services to federal agencies. The company specializes in delivering a wide range of professional services, including facilities condition assessments, quality assurance, construction management, strategic planning, and technical support across civilian and defense sectors.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Program Manager
Verify your role qualifies as temporary
H-2B visa sponsorship requires the employer to prove the need is genuinely seasonal, peak-load, or one-time. Program Manager roles must tie to a defined project end date, not an ongoing operational need. Review the DOL's temporary need criteria before approaching any employer.
Pull the prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL-certified prevailing wage for Program Manager roles in your target metro. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that rate, so knowing the floor before you negotiate prevents offer letters that USCIS will flag during the petition review.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-2B employers
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-2B sponsorship history, so you're only seeing employers who have actually filed labor certifications before. Use the platform to target Program Manager openings in hospitality groups, resort operators, and large-scale seasonal event companies.
Target employers who file before January
The H-2B cap fills fast once DOL opens the filing window for the October-to-March period. Employers who submit their temporary labor certification applications in October and November get the earliest petition slots. Ask prospective employers when they typically begin the DOL certification process.
Gather project-scoped documentation early
Consulates and USCIS look for evidence that your program management work is tied to a specific, time-limited project. Collect any contracts, event schedules, or season timelines your employer can provide before the petition is filed. Gaps in project documentation are a common cause of requests for evidence.
Cross-reference your occupation code with O*NET
Your employer's labor certification must use the correct Standard Occupational Classification code for Program Manager. Confirm the O*NET profile matches your actual duties before the DOL filing, since mismatches between the certified occupation and your job offer can delay or void the petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Program Manager jobs that offer H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Program Manager listings from employers with verified H-2B filing histories, so you're not wasting time on postings where sponsorship is uncertain. Filter by industry and location to find seasonal roles in hospitality, resort management, and large event operations that match your experience.
Does the H-2B annual cap affect when I should start applying?
The H-2B cap is set at 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split into two halves of 33,000 each for winter and summer seasons. Historically, the cap fills within days of the filing window opening, and USCIS has used a lottery when demand exceeds supply. Your employer needs to submit the DOL temporary labor certification well before the cap-filing date, typically 75 to 90 days before your start date, to have any chance of securing a slot.
Can a Program Manager role qualify for H-2B sponsorship if my duties extend year-round?
No. The H-2B program is limited to employers with a genuine temporary need, meaning the role must have a defined end date tied to a season, a specific event cycle, or a one-time project. If your employer's Program Manager need is ongoing, the position does not qualify. The employer must demonstrate to DOL that their need is not permanent before the labor certification will be approved.
What happens to my H-2B status if the project ends before my visa expires?
H-2B workers are expected to depart the U.S. when employment ends, even if the authorized period hasn't expired. You have a grace period of up to 10 days after your employment end date to prepare for departure. If your employer extends the project and needs you longer, they can file an extension petition with USCIS before your current authorized stay expires, subject to the same cap and DOL certification requirements.