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Project Site Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, provided your degree and responsibilities align with the engineering or scientific management standards CBP enforces at the border. Canadians enter without a cap; Mexican nationals are subject to an annual allocation. Construction, infrastructure, and civil engineering employers sponsor regularly.
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Civil Site Project Manager
Position Title: Civil Site Project Manager
Posting Title(s): Civil Engineer III
What We’re Looking For:
Michael Baker is currently seeking a Civil Site Project Manager to join their Phoenix AZ team.
A Hybrid working schedule is available for this position.
What You’ll Do:
The Project Manager will be involved with a variety of Civil Engineering projects to include Site Development, Drainage, Utilities, Federal facilities, and Aviation. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate successful management of all phases of the project including planning, design, and construction management. You will have the opportunity to lead the administration of contracts and follow through with the construction of major and municipal public works undertakings.
- The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to Plan, organize, and supervise work for a staff of professionals and technicians, including subconsultants
- Schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering for mostly large scope Civil and construction projects
- Develop and evaluate project plans and criteria for a variety of Civil-related projects. Develops, assigns, and/or reviews and approves scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
- Tracks overall financial performance of project/task assignment, which includes coordinating with management and operations to monitor performance of each project assigned.
- Facilitate project decisions regarding technical approaches and strategies, issue resolution and solutions, cost, and scheduling performance reviews.
- Organize and motivate a small team of engineers and field staff. Client-facing with ability to manage and expand our client base.
What You Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineering License in Arizona is a preference
- 8-12 years of relevant Commercial Site Project Management experience in Civil Engineering.
- Mining experience is a plus
- Experience with DoD/Federal projects preferred. Significant design experience and proficiency with AutoCAD.
- Experienced with proposal development, client presentations, and relationship development. Good Communication Skills. Demonstrated success in achieving scope, schedule, and budget goals on large-scale Civil projects.
- Third party coordination management experience (such as public utilities, transit agencies, or other agencies having jurisdiction within a given client project corridor). Quality Assurance/Quality Control compliance experience.
- Experience with Construction and Design Build projects a plus.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $101,504.00 - $159,889.60 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Civil Site Project Manager
Position Title: Civil Site Project Manager
Posting Title(s): Civil Engineer III
What We’re Looking For:
Michael Baker is currently seeking a Civil Site Project Manager to join their Phoenix AZ team.
A Hybrid working schedule is available for this position.
What You’ll Do:
The Project Manager will be involved with a variety of Civil Engineering projects to include Site Development, Drainage, Utilities, Federal facilities, and Aviation. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate successful management of all phases of the project including planning, design, and construction management. You will have the opportunity to lead the administration of contracts and follow through with the construction of major and municipal public works undertakings.
- The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to Plan, organize, and supervise work for a staff of professionals and technicians, including subconsultants
- Schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the engineering for mostly large scope Civil and construction projects
- Develop and evaluate project plans and criteria for a variety of Civil-related projects. Develops, assigns, and/or reviews and approves scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
- Tracks overall financial performance of project/task assignment, which includes coordinating with management and operations to monitor performance of each project assigned.
- Facilitate project decisions regarding technical approaches and strategies, issue resolution and solutions, cost, and scheduling performance reviews.
- Organize and motivate a small team of engineers and field staff. Client-facing with ability to manage and expand our client base.
What You Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Professional Engineering License in Arizona is a preference
- 8-12 years of relevant Commercial Site Project Management experience in Civil Engineering.
- Mining experience is a plus
- Experience with DoD/Federal projects preferred. Significant design experience and proficiency with AutoCAD.
- Experienced with proposal development, client presentations, and relationship development. Good Communication Skills. Demonstrated success in achieving scope, schedule, and budget goals on large-scale Civil projects.
- Third party coordination management experience (such as public utilities, transit agencies, or other agencies having jurisdiction within a given client project corridor). Quality Assurance/Quality Control compliance experience.
- Experience with Construction and Design Build projects a plus.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $101,504.00 - $159,889.60 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Project Site Manager
Align your credentials to engineering requirements
CBP evaluates Project Site Managers under the Engineer TN category, so your degree must be in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field. A business administration degree alone will not satisfy the requirement, even with years of site management experience.
Target employers with active federal contracts
Companies holding federal or state infrastructure contracts are accustomed to TN sponsorship paperwork and often have in-house legal teams. Filter your search by employers working on DOT-funded, Army Corps, or public utilities projects, where TN documentation is routine.
Request a detailed offer letter before the border
CBP officers need to see that your offer letter specifies your engineering-level duties, not just the job title. Ask your employer to describe scope-of-work responsibilities, project value, and reporting structure explicitly. Vague letters cause denials at ports of entry.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' annual cap limits
If you hold Mexican citizenship, the TN allocation is capped annually. File early in the fiscal year and confirm your employer understands USCIS processing timelines. Canadians can self-file at the border with same-day decisions, so the timing strategy differs significantly by nationality.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified TN sponsor employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Project Site Manager openings at employers already familiar with TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves you from negotiating sponsorship eligibility from scratch with employers who have never filed a TN before.
Clarify subcontractor arrangements before your interview
CBP and USCIS scrutinize TN petitions where the site manager will be placed at a third-party project site rather than working directly for the petitioning employer. Confirm with your employer whether you'll be on their direct payroll or deployed through a general contractor arrangement.
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Find Project Site Manager JobsProject Site Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Site Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification depends on how your role is defined. CBP typically approves Project Site Managers under the Engineer TN category, which requires a qualifying degree in engineering or a closely related discipline. If your offer letter describes supervisory or administrative duties without emphasizing the technical engineering scope, CBP may question eligibility. Your employer's offer letter framing is critical.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Project Site Managers?
TN visa sponsorship is faster and more predictable for this role than H-1B. There is no lottery, no cap for Canadian nationals, and Canadians can receive same-day approval at a port of entry. H-1B requires USCIS petition processing and lottery selection. For Mexican nationals, TN involves an annual cap but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely, making it a more direct path for USMCA citizens.
Where can I find Project Site Manager jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. Searching there lets you filter for employers already open to TN applicants, avoiding the friction of persuading unfamiliar HR teams. Many construction and infrastructure employers who sponsor regularly post directly to platforms that serve USMCA professionals.
Can a Project Site Manager on TN status change employers mid-project?
Yes, but the process restarts with each employer change. For Canadian nationals, this means presenting a new offer letter and TN documentation at a port of entry or applying for a change of status through USCIS. For Mexican nationals, a new USCIS petition is required. You cannot transfer your TN status from one employer to another automatically, so plan your transition timing carefully to avoid gaps.
What happens if my Project Site Manager duties shift after I enter on TN status?
If your role expands significantly, such as taking on program-level oversight or moving from direct site supervision into a primarily administrative function, your original TN approval may no longer accurately reflect your actual duties. CBP and USCIS can deny renewal or extension if the role has drifted from the approved engineering category. Work with your employer to update your offer letter and document any changes before your TN renewal.
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