TN Visa Materials Manager Jobs
Materials Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Industrial Engineers category, which covers supply chain and materials management professionals with a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate, while Mexican citizens require consular processing.
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The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Engineer leads and oversees construction materials testing projects from proposal through final delivery and closeout. This role is fully accountable for project success, including technical quality, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team execution. The CMT Senior Project Engineer provides leadership to project teams, mentors staff, and actively contributes to business development and client relationship growth while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads and manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion
- Ensures all project tasks - from proposal through final invoicing - are completed accurately and on time
- Oversees daily report review and resolves technical and administrative issues
- Manages project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections
- Prepares and reviews proposals and change orders
- Serves as primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
- Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and resolve issues
- Provides technical oversight for testing activities and ensures quality deliverables
- Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers
- Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation across projects
- Markets, services, and develops new and existing client relationships
- Performs other project management and leadership responsibilities as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology
- A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work
- Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Advanced project management and consulting skills
- Strong business development and client relationship skills
- Extensive knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications
- Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
- Proficiency with construction materials testing software
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment
- Ability to mentor and develop staff
MILITARY QUALIFICATIONS
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Basic Qualifications":
- + E-7
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this role and location is $80k - $100k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
Who We Are:
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
INTRODUCTION
The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Project Engineer leads and oversees construction materials testing projects from proposal through final delivery and closeout. This role is fully accountable for project success, including technical quality, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team execution. The CMT Senior Project Engineer provides leadership to project teams, mentors staff, and actively contributes to business development and client relationship growth while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads and manages construction materials testing projects from proposal through completion
- Ensures all project tasks - from proposal through final invoicing - are completed accurately and on time
- Oversees daily report review and resolves technical and administrative issues
- Manages project budgets, invoicing, pay applications, and collections
- Prepares and reviews proposals and change orders
- Serves as primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
- Hosts and participates in project meetings to present findings and resolve issues
- Provides technical oversight for testing activities and ensures quality deliverables
- Mentors and develops junior staff, technicians, and project managers
- Supports staffing decisions and resource allocation across projects
- Markets, services, and develops new and existing client relationships
- Performs other project management and leadership responsibilities as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology
- A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required in each of the state(s) in which you work
- Additional licensure or certifications may be required depending on the type of work performed
- If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Advanced project management and consulting skills
- Strong business development and client relationship skills
- Extensive knowledge of construction materials testing principles and applications
- Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing and ASTM standards
- Proficiency with construction materials testing software
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment
- Ability to mentor and develop staff
MILITARY QUALIFICATIONS
The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Basic Qualifications":
- + E-7
COMPENSATION
The expected pay range for this role and location is $80k - $100k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
Who We Are:
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Materials Manager
Verify your degree aligns with TN requirements
Materials Manager falls under the Industrial Engineers TN visa category, so your bachelor's degree field matters. A degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, or business administration supports the classification. A general management degree alone may prompt additional scrutiny from CBP.
Target manufacturers with recent visa filing experience
Search for companies with recent visa filings in materials management or related engineering roles. These employers have demonstrated experience with work visa sponsorship processes and are far more likely to be familiar with sponsoring international candidates through visa pathways like TN status.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Materials Manager jobs by TN visa sponsorship. It surfaces employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor, saving you from screening roles where sponsorship is an unknown or where the hiring team has no experience with the TN process.
Request a support letter before your border crossing
Canadian citizens crossing at a land port of entry need a detailed employer support letter confirming your job title, duties, and that the role qualifies under TN. Bring this letter alongside your degree transcripts and job offer. CBP officers decide on the spot, so documentation quality directly affects approval.
Clarify the TN filing process with your hiring manager early
Many U.S. employers assume all work visas require USCIS petitions and an attorney. TN visa sponsorship for Canadians requires only employer documentation, not an I-129 petition. Addressing this early prevents HR from incorrectly routing your case through a months-long process.
Prepare for scope-of-role questions from CBP
CBP officers sometimes question whether a Materials Manager role is truly engineering-based or primarily supervisory. Bring a detailed job description that emphasizes inventory optimization, production scheduling, and systems analysis over general team management to stay clearly within the Industrial Engineers category.
Materials Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Materials Manager role actually qualify for a TN visa?
Materials Manager positions qualify under the TN visa's Industrial Engineers category, which covers professionals who apply engineering principles to improve production efficiency and materials flow. Your job description needs to reflect technical duties like inventory optimization, supply chain analysis, and production scheduling. Roles that are purely supervisory or administrative, without an engineering or analytical component, may not satisfy CBP's classification standard.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Materials Manager roles?
TN has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadian citizens, so you can apply at a U.S. port of entry or consulate as soon as you have a job offer. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery in March for an October start date. For Materials Manager roles that clearly qualify under the Industrial Engineers TN category, most Canadian professionals find TN is faster and more predictable than waiting on H-1B selection.
How can I find Materials Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters Materials Manager listings by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not manually screening dozens of postings only to find the employer has no experience with the process. Targeting employers who have already indicated TN willingness shortens your search and avoids late-stage conversations where HR is unfamiliar with how TN sponsorship works for this role.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a summary of duties confirming the role meets the Industrial Engineers category, your start date, and your offered compensation. You'll also need your degree transcripts and, if your credentials are from outside North America, a credential evaluation from a recognized service. Canadian citizens present these documents directly to CBP at the port of entry.
Can Mexican citizens apply for TN sponsorship as a Materials Manager?
Yes, but Mexican citizens must apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at a land port of entry. The same Industrial Engineers category and documentation requirements apply, including the employer support letter and degree verification. Mexican citizens are subject to a TN annual allocation, though this cap has not historically been exhausted, so timing is generally not a barrier in practice.