TN Visa Project Controls Manager Jobs
Project Controls Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's engineer category when the position requires planning, scheduling, cost control, and earned value management for engineering or construction projects. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap; Mexican citizens require a consular appointment.
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Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Senior Project Controls Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is an ambitious construction professional with experience supporting project controls cost and schedule on large construction projects or programs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and implement processes and procedures
- Manage cost/change control, including change order review, negotiation, and recommendations, delay analysis
- Track and review change orders with Project Manager
- Manage contingency draw
- Budget Management and Tracking
- Invoice/payment application processing, tracking, and reporting
- Updating owner cost tracking software
- Manage weekly progress reports with the General Contractor
- Produce monthly reports for management
- Providing review reports
- Produce earned value reports
- Review GC’s cost tracking reports
- Work with project managers to develop and maintain the RFP/SOW/change order templates for various projects and support the development of service agreements and SOWs as needed
- Follow up on proposals, reviews, and negotiations for the timely execution of contracts and purchase orders
- Develop owner furnished equipment delivery plans by working with PMs, suppliers and the commodity management team
- Track proposal reviews, negotiations, and contract execution. Manage/coordinate and track the supplier delivery plan to ensure suppliers meet the demand per the plan
- Provide reports for the progress and status of SOWs open for long periods of time
- Coordinate closure of POs at project-end and keep track of work orders status
- Periodically review financial reports to ensure compliance with budget targets, reconciliation of project charges against approved contracts, and support gathering data related to unit costs within sites
- Reconcile GC actual costs with GMP/Schedule of Values
- Contract Administration (retention, T&Cs, insurance, allowances, contingency, incentives)
- Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes
- Maintain cost benchmarking databases
- On Site Records and Document Control
- Tracking all key project documents, including change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases, etc.
- Initiate close out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance
- Establish close documentation requirements. Collect and track receipt of all close out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc.
- Setting and attending change control and cost meetings as required
- Attend risk meetings and maintain risk log
- Monitor, track and analyze schedule progress in the field (actual vs. forecast)
- Ensure QA/QC is followed
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable
Qualifications
- Degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction
- Minimum 5-7 years of applicable experience
- Advanced skills with spreadsheets, report writing, and presentations
- Skilled in the use of industry accepted applications for cost, planning, and progress measurement
- Demonstrates a high level of self-organization, coordination, and planning
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Expertise using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
- Excellent communication skills
Additional Information
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Senior Project Controls Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is an ambitious construction professional with experience supporting project controls cost and schedule on large construction projects or programs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and implement processes and procedures
- Manage cost/change control, including change order review, negotiation, and recommendations, delay analysis
- Track and review change orders with Project Manager
- Manage contingency draw
- Budget Management and Tracking
- Invoice/payment application processing, tracking, and reporting
- Updating owner cost tracking software
- Manage weekly progress reports with the General Contractor
- Produce monthly reports for management
- Providing review reports
- Produce earned value reports
- Review GC’s cost tracking reports
- Work with project managers to develop and maintain the RFP/SOW/change order templates for various projects and support the development of service agreements and SOWs as needed
- Follow up on proposals, reviews, and negotiations for the timely execution of contracts and purchase orders
- Develop owner furnished equipment delivery plans by working with PMs, suppliers and the commodity management team
- Track proposal reviews, negotiations, and contract execution. Manage/coordinate and track the supplier delivery plan to ensure suppliers meet the demand per the plan
- Provide reports for the progress and status of SOWs open for long periods of time
- Coordinate closure of POs at project-end and keep track of work orders status
- Periodically review financial reports to ensure compliance with budget targets, reconciliation of project charges against approved contracts, and support gathering data related to unit costs within sites
- Reconcile GC actual costs with GMP/Schedule of Values
- Contract Administration (retention, T&Cs, insurance, allowances, contingency, incentives)
- Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes
- Maintain cost benchmarking databases
- On Site Records and Document Control
- Tracking all key project documents, including change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases, etc.
- Initiate close out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance
- Establish close documentation requirements. Collect and track receipt of all close out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc.
- Setting and attending change control and cost meetings as required
- Attend risk meetings and maintain risk log
- Monitor, track and analyze schedule progress in the field (actual vs. forecast)
- Ensure QA/QC is followed
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable
Qualifications
- Degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction
- Minimum 5-7 years of applicable experience
- Advanced skills with spreadsheets, report writing, and presentations
- Skilled in the use of industry accepted applications for cost, planning, and progress measurement
- Demonstrates a high level of self-organization, coordination, and planning
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Expertise using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
- Excellent communication skills
Additional Information
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Project Controls Manager
Align your credentials to the engineer category
TN approval for project controls roles depends on your job offer explicitly referencing engineering functions. A degree in engineering, construction management, or a directly related field strengthens the category match that CBP or a consular officer will evaluate.
Target employers with active capital project portfolios
Construction, energy, and infrastructure firms running multi-year capital programs sponsor TN workers regularly because controls roles are embedded in long-term project cycles. EPC contractors and utilities are your most consistent source of sponsorship-ready offers.
Verify the job description before signing anything
If the posted role blends project controls with general management duties, ask your prospective employer to tighten the description around scheduling, cost forecasting, and variance analysis. A diluted title raises CBP scrutiny and can result in a border denial.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by TN eligibility
Search Migrate Mate specifically for Project Controls Manager positions tagged as TN-eligible so you're applying to employers already set up to sponsor, not discovering their sponsorship policy after an offer is on the table.
Prepare your support letter with cost control specifics
The employer support letter must describe your duties in technical terms: earned value management, cost baseline development, schedule performance index reporting. Generic project management language is the most common reason CBP officers ask follow-up questions at Canadian ports of entry.
Ask your employer to prepare a support letter for TN entry
If your employer elects to file Form I-129 with USCIS for a Mexican national's TN petition, ensure your employer has prepared a detailed support letter demonstrating your qualifications and role requirements. Submit this letter along with your application at a U.S. consulate during consular processing. Confirm the consulate appointment timeline with HR early so your start date doesn't slip while processing is pending.
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Find Project Controls Manager JobsProject Controls Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Project Controls Manager role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, when the position is grounded in engineering functions. CBP classifies TN petitions under defined USMCA categories, and project controls work tied to engineering or construction projects fits the engineer classification. Your degree must align with the field, and your job offer must describe duties like cost control, scheduling, and earned value analysis rather than broad business management.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN sponsorship is faster and more predictable for this role. H-1B requires a lottery entry in April, with employment starting no earlier than October 1 if selected. TN has no lottery, no cap for Canadians, and Canadian citizens can receive approval at a port of entry the same day. Mexican nationals apply through a consulate but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does my employer need to sponsor my TN visa?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter on company letterhead that describes your job title, specific duties in project controls, your salary, and the anticipated duration of employment. You'll also need proof of your qualifying degree and Canadian or Mexican citizenship. For Mexicans applying via consulate, a DS-160 and appointment at a U.S. consulate in Mexico are also required.
Where can I find Project Controls Manager jobs that already offer TN sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for TN-eligible Project Controls Manager roles so you're only applying to employers who understand the visa process and are prepared to provide the support letter. This avoids the common situation where you reach the offer stage only to find the employer won't sponsor international professionals.
Can I renew my TN status if the project extends beyond the initial approval?
Yes. TN status is granted for up to three years and can be renewed indefinitely in three-year increments as long as you maintain the qualifying job offer. For long-term capital projects, this is a practical fit since the renewal simply requires a new employer letter and demonstration that the original TN criteria still apply to your role.
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