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Department Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA Management Consultant category when your duties center on organizational systems, operations, or team oversight tied to your professional degree. Canadian citizens enter at the border with no lottery wait; Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. Employers file no separate petition for Canadians.
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Job ID
36606BR
Location
Niles, Michigan
Job Description
General Responsibilities:
- Supervise or monitor all projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client’s requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards.
- Supervise the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower and pricing to achieve desired profitability.
- Supervise the daily operations of a department including staff training, development, and performance review, utilization of equipment and facilities, safety oversight, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedure.
- Plan for and participate in business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
- With support from the Office Manager perform business and client development activities.
- With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
- With support from the Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the department.
- With support from the Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
- Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
- Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
- Responsible for continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
- Responsible for providing consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 5 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.
- Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certification:
- Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
- Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Job ID
36606BR
Location
Niles, Michigan
Job Description
General Responsibilities:
- Supervise or monitor all projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client’s requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards.
- Supervise the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower and pricing to achieve desired profitability.
- Supervise the daily operations of a department including staff training, development, and performance review, utilization of equipment and facilities, safety oversight, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedure.
- Plan for and participate in business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
- With support from the Office Manager perform business and client development activities.
- With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
- With support from the Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the department.
- With support from the Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
- Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
- Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
- Responsible for continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
- Responsible for providing consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 5 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.
- Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certification:
- Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
- Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Department Manager
Align your degree to management functions
TN eligibility for managerial roles depends on your degree field matching actual job duties. A business administration or operations degree supporting a Department Manager title is defensible; a general arts degree typically isn't. Get that alignment documented before you apply.
Target employers with dedicated HR compliance teams
Retail chains, hospital networks, and logistics companies with in-house HR departments process TN sponsorship faster than small businesses. They've handled USMCA documentation before and won't stall your offer waiting to learn the process from scratch.
Request a support letter that describes duties precisely
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your specific managerial duties, not just your job title. CBP officers evaluate whether the role qualifies, so vague language like 'oversees staff' gets challenged. Push for language tied to operational systems and professional-level decision-making.
Search verified TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Department Manager openings by employers with recent visa filings, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with work visa sponsorship. Start there before reaching out to any hiring manager directly.
Prepare for CBP scrutiny on management versus supervision
CBP distinguishes between professional managers and front-line supervisors. If your role involves hands-on shift supervision without strategic or organizational scope, it may not clear the TN specialty occupation bar. Bring an org chart showing your position above direct supervisors.
Carry original credential documents to your port of entry
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at the border, so CBP reviews your documents in real time. Bring original degree transcripts, your employer's support letter, and your signed employment offer. Certified copies are acceptable; uncertified photocopies can cause delays or denials.
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Find Department Manager JobsDepartment Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Department Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is structured. TN status under the Management Consultant category requires that your duties involve professional-level organizational analysis or operational management tied to a relevant degree. A Department Manager overseeing store-level staff without strategic scope may not qualify, while one managing cross-functional operations with a business or related degree typically does.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Department Manager roles?
TN status has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be approved at the border the same day for Canadian citizens. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS petition processing. For Department Manager roles that clearly qualify under USMCA, TN is faster and more predictable than H-1B, though it doesn't lead directly to a green card.
How do I find employers who will sponsor TN status for a Department Manager position?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Department Manager openings from employers with documented TN sponsorship experience, so you can focus your applications on companies already familiar with USMCA hiring. Applying through employers who've sponsored TN workers before significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through due to unfamiliarity with the process.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that details your job title, specific duties, the professional category under USMCA being claimed, your anticipated start date, and confirmation of your professional qualifications. For Canadian citizens, this letter goes directly to CBP at the port of entry. Mexican citizens submit it as part of their consular visa application package.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Department Manager?
Yes, but your TN status is employer-specific. You can't begin working for a new employer until that employer has established your TN authorization. Canadian citizens can apply for a new TN at any port of entry before starting the new job. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate. Your current TN doesn't transfer automatically when you accept a new offer.
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