TN Visa Assistant Construction Manager Jobs
Assistant Construction Manager roles may qualify for TN status under the USMCA's Engineer category, provided your degree aligns with civil, structural, or construction engineering. Canadian citizens can apply directly at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican nationals require a U.S. consulate appointment. Your employer will prepare a support letter for your TN application—no government filing is required before you start.
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The Assistant Construction Manager will assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.
- Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
- Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
- Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
- Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
- Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
- Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.
- Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
- Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.
- Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
- Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
- Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
- Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
- Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders. Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
- Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
- Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.
- Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.
- Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
- Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
- Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
- Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
- Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
- Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
- Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
- Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
- Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
- Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
- Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
- Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
- Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.
- Assist with applicable craft training.
- Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years relevant construction experience required.
- Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
- Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
- A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Field Construction Management
Primary Location US-MO-Saint Louis
Other Locations US-OH-Columbus
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
Req ID: 261488
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DS #CDB
Description
The Assistant Construction Manager will assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.
- Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
- Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
- Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
- Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
- Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
- Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.
- Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
- Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.
- Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
- Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
- Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
- Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
- Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders. Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
- Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
- Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.
- Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.
- Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
- Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
- Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
- Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
- Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
- Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
- Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
- Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
- Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
- Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
- Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
- Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
- Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.
- Assist with applicable craft training.
- Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years relevant construction experience required.
- Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
- Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
- A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Field Construction Management
Primary Location US-MO-Saint Louis
Other Locations US-OH-Columbus
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
Req ID: 261488
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DS #CDB
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Construction Manager
Verify your degree maps to Engineering
TN status for Assistant Construction Managers requires an Engineering degree, not a general business or management credential. Confirm your transcript reflects civil, structural, or construction engineering before approaching any employer about sponsorship.
Target general contractors with recent visa filings
Firms with recent visa filings demonstrate experience with work visa sponsorship processes. Focus your search on mid-size to large general contractors running multi-year infrastructure or commercial projects, where hiring pipelines are longer and sponsorship capacity is established. These employers understand the support documentation and procedural requirements for bringing in international workers, making them more likely to facilitate the straightforward TN visa process for qualified candidates.
Ask the hiring manager before HR gets involved
Construction firms often gate TN conversations through HR departments that default to 'we don't sponsor.' Raise the TN visa early in your conversation with the hiring manager, who controls the role budget and can champion the case internally.
Use Migrate Mate to filter jobs by sponsorship history
Search Assistant Construction Manager roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with documented TN and H-1B filing history, so you're applying to firms that have already cleared the internal approval process for international hires.
Prepare a TN support letter before your offer closes
Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with a strong employer support letter and your degree credential. Draft a letter template with your employer during offer negotiation so CBP review doesn't delay your start date.
Understand the Mexican consulate appointment timeline
Mexican nationals must attend a U.S. consulate interview, which adds scheduling lead time to your start date. Build at least six to eight weeks of runway into your offer timeline and confirm your employer is aligned before signing.
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Find Assistant Construction Manager JobsAssistant Construction Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Construction Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if your position is grounded in engineering functions. CBP classifies TN Engineer roles by work performed, not job title alone. An Assistant Construction Manager overseeing structural systems, site engineering, or technical specifications typically qualifies. A purely administrative or supervisory role without engineering duties may not, so your job offer letter should describe the technical scope of the work clearly.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Assistant Construction Manager positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition filing for Canadian applicants entering at a port of entry. H-1B requires a lottery entry, a months-long USCIS review, and significant employer filing fees. For construction roles that meet the TN Engineer definition, TN is faster and more predictable, though it does not provide a direct path to permanent residency the way H-1B can.
Where can I find Assistant Construction Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Assistant Construction Manager roles filtered by employers with active TN and H-1B filing history, so you're not spending time on companies that won't sponsor. General job boards show openings but rarely surface sponsorship data, making it harder to know upfront whether an employer will support your TN application.
Can a Mexican national enter the U.S. as a TN Engineer for a construction management role?
Yes, but the process differs from the Canadian pathway. Mexican TN applicants must apply at a U.S. consulate abroad rather than at a port of entry. You'll need your employer's support letter and your engineering degree credential. Consulate appointment availability varies by location, so factor scheduling lead time into your start date negotiation.
What documents does your employer need to prepare for TN sponsorship?
Your employer prepares a TN support letter describing your role, your construction management qualifications, and the project scope. For Canadian nationals, that support letter is all you need to present at the U.S. border or port of entry for CBP review. Mexican nationals also need to complete a DS-160 form and attend a consulate interview before receiving the TN visa stamp.
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