TN Visa Project Director Jobs
Project Director roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer or Management Consultant categories, depending on how the position is scoped. Canadian citizens can enter without a cap; Mexican citizens face a 5,500 annual allocation. Your degree field and job description wording determine which category your employer files under.
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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This opportunity entails being responsible for leading the development and execution of the project management plan while building and maintaining effective and meaningful client relationships. This position serves as the primary client liaison responsible for managing and delivering all aspects of one or more super mega ($25M+) projects including contracting, project controls, quality, risk and change management. The Sr Project Director implements the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project.
- Develops and nurtures key client relationships and is the primary company contact on assigned projects. Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies.
- Responsible for financial performance on projects. Proactive management of cash, budget, schedule and project scope to ensure adherence to project goals and completion to the client's satisfaction.
- Sets priorities, obtains commitments, and engages required resources through collaboration with Group Directors, Department Managers and/or Section Managers to staff projects according to the project Work Plan.
- Collaborates with office and division leadership in solving challenges and ensuring business objectives are met.
- Supervises and mentors’ team to achieve overall project objectives. Where appropriate, oversees the project's Project Manager(s). Responsible for/oversees project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, hiring, development, retention and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
- Leads pursuits of super mega projects. Partners with Client Service Leaders to develop long term strategies to identify and pursue additional business opportunities with key clients and with pursuit champions on efforts for mega and super mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the pursuit team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads interview and proposal presentations to the client as well as general presentations within the industry.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 12 years of relevant experience including 6 years of experience successfully managing and delivering mega and/or super mega projects.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree
- 25 years relevant experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
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Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
LOCATION
Nashville, TN (City Center)
Job Type: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full time
Job Category: Engineering Group
ReqID: R-29920
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
INTRODUCTION
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This opportunity entails being responsible for leading the development and execution of the project management plan while building and maintaining effective and meaningful client relationships. This position serves as the primary client liaison responsible for managing and delivering all aspects of one or more super mega ($25M+) projects including contracting, project controls, quality, risk and change management. The Sr Project Director implements the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project.
- Develops and nurtures key client relationships and is the primary company contact on assigned projects. Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies.
- Responsible for financial performance on projects. Proactive management of cash, budget, schedule and project scope to ensure adherence to project goals and completion to the client's satisfaction.
- Sets priorities, obtains commitments, and engages required resources through collaboration with Group Directors, Department Managers and/or Section Managers to staff projects according to the project Work Plan.
- Collaborates with office and division leadership in solving challenges and ensuring business objectives are met.
- Supervises and mentors’ team to achieve overall project objectives. Where appropriate, oversees the project's Project Manager(s). Responsible for/oversees project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, hiring, development, retention and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
- Leads pursuits of super mega projects. Partners with Client Service Leaders to develop long term strategies to identify and pursue additional business opportunities with key clients and with pursuit champions on efforts for mega and super mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the pursuit team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads interview and proposal presentations to the client as well as general presentations within the industry.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 12 years of relevant experience including 6 years of experience successfully managing and delivering mega and/or super mega projects.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree
- 25 years relevant experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
LOCATION
Nashville, TN (City Center)
Job Type: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full time
Job Category: Engineering Group
ReqID: R-29920
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Project Director
Align your credentials to the right TN category
Project Director roles don't have a single TN category. Engineering-focused project directors need a degree in engineering; strategy-focused roles often file under Management Consultant. Confirm your degree field matches before targeting employers.
Target employers with recent visa filings
Search Migrate Mate for employers with recent visa filings in your target industry. Employers already experienced with work visa sponsorship are far more likely to be receptive when you discuss TN eligibility in interviews.
Request a project-scoped job description from your offer
CBP officers scrutinize Project Director titles closely. Ask your future employer to frame the offer letter around deliverable-based project outcomes and discipline-specific oversight, not generic management language that could apply to any business role.
Use Migrate Mate to identify TN-ready employers
Migrate Mate filters Project Director openings by employers with documented TN and H-1B sponsorship history, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with USMCA professional categories.
Prepare credential documentation before your first interview
Have your degree transcripts, professional licenses, and any relevant certifications evaluated and ready before offers come in. Canadian applicants presenting at the border need complete documentation on the day of entry; delays cost you the start date.
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Find Project Director JobsProject Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Director role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is scoped and your degree field. Project Director positions can qualify under the Engineer category if you have an engineering degree and the role involves engineering project oversight, or under Management Consultant if the work involves organizational analysis and recommendations. CBP makes the final determination at entry, so the job description and your credentials must clearly align with the category your employer selects.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Project Director roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as CBP approves your entry. H-1B requires surviving a randomized lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate before any processing begins. For Project Directors with a qualifying degree, TN offers a direct, predictable path that H-1B cannot guarantee. Mexican citizens face a 5,500 annual TN allocation, but approval rates remain high compared to H-1B lottery odds.
Where can I find Project Director jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking roles at employers experienced with visa sponsorship. Searching there surfaces Project Director openings at employers with recent visa filings, which is a strong signal they understand work visa processes and won't treat sponsorship as a negotiation obstacle.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship for a Project Director position?
Yes, but the process differs from Canadian applicants. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than presenting at the border, and the annual TN allocation for Mexican nationals is 5,500. Applications are processed by USCIS rather than CBP, which means longer timelines. Starting the process well before your intended start date is essential, especially if the role has a fixed launch date.
What happens if my Project Director duties expand after I enter on TN status?
Your TN approval covers the specific role and employer described in your application. If your responsibilities shift materially, your employer needs to file an amended TN petition with USCIS or you must re-enter at the border under an updated application. Working outside the approved scope creates status risk, so flag role changes to your employer's HR or legal team promptly rather than waiting until your renewal.
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