Construction Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
California's construction sector spans major infrastructure projects, commercial developments, and public works across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento. Large general contractors like Turner Construction, Webcor, and Skanska regularly hire construction managers and have demonstrated histories of visa sponsorship for qualified candidates with project management experience and relevant degrees.
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INTRODUCTION
Job Summary
This posting is intended to gather expressions of interest from Construction Managers, for anticipated opportunities expected to arise over the next 3-6 months. While an immediate vacancy may not be available, we are building relationships with talented professionals who are interested in joining our growing Aviation team as new projects and hiring needs materialize.
We’re hiring a Construction Manager to support growth in our Aviation and Infrastructure Sector. This is a key position requiring a demonstrated top performer who is well established in the Northern California aviation and infrastructure market. This position will require leadership in project management and construction management, serving as a champion for targeted airport, heavy paving, and major utility projects.
The Construction Manager will have responsibility for project execution, daily field oversight, and contract administration, while also participating in client coordination and project pursuits. They will lead and manage project teams, supervise field inspectors, and develop/train/mentor assigned team members.
This role must be based out of the San Francisco Area. At TYLin, you will work with talented professionals on complex infrastructure projects that shape how people and communities connect. Our aviation teams support airport owners and stakeholders in delivering safe, resilient, sustainable, and constructible solutions for some of the world’s most important transportation facilities.
You will have opportunities to lead meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines and regions, mentor the next generation of professionals, and grow your career through technical excellence, client impact, and professional leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Work with Sector Leadership and key management personnel to identify and pursue aviation and infrastructure projects.
- Serve as Project Manager / Resident Engineer on assigned projects, assuming full financial, staffing, scope, schedule, and safety management responsibilities.
- Conduct construction supervision, field inspection, and daily observation of contractor operations for complex heavy paving and utility installations.
- Coordinate between field inspectors and contractor representatives to supervise the work being performed and testing being conducted.
- Monitor the progress of the work and report any major deviations from schedule, contract price, or quantity of the work.
- Manage client expectations and assure client satisfaction related to major municipal and airport authority projects.
- Coordinate with airport operations, utility companies, involved government agencies, and public outreach teams with respect to all aspects of construction sequencing and closures.
- Track submittals, RFIs, and change orders by contractors to ensure reviews and approvals are in place prior to construction.
- Maintain rigorous records, books, and accounting records relevant to costs incurred during the performance of the work, including tracking additional services and out-of-scope work.
- Perform final inspection, preparation of punch lists, contract completion, final acceptance, and close-out procedures.
- Supervise, coach, and train team members, field inspectors, and junior project managers.
- Responsible for project quality, ensuring QA/QC processes are strictly completed on each project.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field required.
- California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- 12+ years of experience in Project/Construction Management activities, including managing construction field teams and field inspections.
- Demonstrated experience in Aviation construction (airside/landside paving, runway/taxiway rehabilitation) and heavy civil infrastructure (deep utilities, wet/dry utility relocation, major earthwork).
- Familiarity with local Northern California agencies and applicable FAA/local specifications and documentation practices.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills are required.
- Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions.
- Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges.
- High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.
- Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $173,000 - $211,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
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Which companies sponsor visas for construction managers in California?
Large general contractors and engineering firms account for most construction manager sponsorships in California. Companies such as Turner Construction, Skanska, Webcor Builders, DPR Construction, and Hensel Phelps have filed H-1B visa petitions for construction management roles. Larger firms with dedicated HR and legal teams are generally better positioned to navigate the sponsorship process than smaller regional contractors.
Which visa types are most common for construction manager roles in California?
The H-1B is the most common visa for construction managers in California, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Candidates from Canada or Mexico may also qualify under the TN visa category. Those with extraordinary ability in the field may explore the O-1A, though this requires significant documented achievement and is less commonly used in construction.
Which cities in California have the most construction manager sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles leads in volume due to ongoing commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects, including work tied to the 2028 Olympics preparations. San Francisco and the Bay Area follow closely, driven by tech campus builds and transit infrastructure. San Diego has steady demand from biotech facility construction and military infrastructure. Sacramento sees consistent public sector and state government project activity.
How to find construction manager visa sponsorship jobs in California?
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Are there any California-specific considerations for construction managers seeking visa sponsorship?
California's prevailing wage laws apply on public works projects, which affects the wage an employer must pay and document for H-1B purposes. The state's high volume of publicly funded infrastructure projects means many sponsoring employers are also subject to state labor compliance requirements. Candidates with licensure or experience in California Building Code standards are often more competitive with local contractors navigating these requirements.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored construction manager jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.