Construction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Florida's construction sector is one of the fastest-growing in the country, driven by major residential and commercial development across Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville. Large contractors like Turner Construction, Skanska, and Balfour Beatty operate throughout the state, and Canadian professionals in engineering, architecture, and project management roles frequently qualify for TN visa sponsorship with Florida employers.
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Wharton-Smith, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to work in the Heavy Civil Construction Division in the Jacksonville, FL area. The successful candidate will be responsible for the completion of specific project tasks as assigned by the Project Manager. In this position, the candidate will interface with the estimating division (Project Engineers will gain/enhance experience in estimating), Operations Coordinator (administrative functions are required to complete many assigned tasks) and the Project Superintendent.
Responsibilities
- Primarily performs duties in planning for commercial projects.
- Maintain project logs (i.e. Submittal Log, RFI log, etc.).
- Maintain and update schedules.
- Identify need for and write RFI’s.
- Prepare, review and process shop drawings.
- Maintain as-built drawings.
- Collect and assemble O&M materials.
- Purchase Order and Subcontract Scope analysis and drafting.
- Material purchasing and expediting.
- Document distribution.
- Value engineering design and proposals.
- Coordinating with Subcontractors and Vendors.
- Contract document distribution to job site, vendors and subcontractors.
- Visits project sites to monitor progress conformance to plans and standards.
- Coordinate facility startup activities.
- Provide the Project Manager with support and accurate information to maximize project management effectiveness.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel.
- Ability to learn P6 scheduling software.
- Ability to read and understand construction documents and plans.
- Familiarity with construction platform software.
- Bluebeam software experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- 1-2 years of experience as Project Engineer preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).
Our recruiting process is centralized and is handled by our HR Department. If we are sent unsolicited resumes from recruiters, we will not pay any recruiting fees. Unsolicited resumes are any resumes sent to us by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our contract, and has not been requested by our HR Department to search for a specific position.
INTRODUCTION
Wharton-Smith, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to work in the Heavy Civil Construction Division in the Jacksonville, FL area. The successful candidate will be responsible for the completion of specific project tasks as assigned by the Project Manager. In this position, the candidate will interface with the estimating division (Project Engineers will gain/enhance experience in estimating), Operations Coordinator (administrative functions are required to complete many assigned tasks) and the Project Superintendent.
Responsibilities
- Primarily performs duties in planning for commercial projects.
- Maintain project logs (i.e. Submittal Log, RFI log, etc.).
- Maintain and update schedules.
- Identify need for and write RFI’s.
- Prepare, review and process shop drawings.
- Maintain as-built drawings.
- Collect and assemble O&M materials.
- Purchase Order and Subcontract Scope analysis and drafting.
- Material purchasing and expediting.
- Document distribution.
- Value engineering design and proposals.
- Coordinating with Subcontractors and Vendors.
- Contract document distribution to job site, vendors and subcontractors.
- Visits project sites to monitor progress conformance to plans and standards.
- Coordinate facility startup activities.
- Provide the Project Manager with support and accurate information to maximize project management effectiveness.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel.
- Ability to learn P6 scheduling software.
- Ability to read and understand construction documents and plans.
- Familiarity with construction platform software.
- Bluebeam software experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- 1-2 years of experience as Project Engineer preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre-JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).
Our recruiting process is centralized and is handled by our HR Department. If we are sent unsolicited resumes from recruiters, we will not pay any recruiting fees. Unsolicited resumes are any resumes sent to us by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our contract, and has not been requested by our HR Department to search for a specific position.
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Search Construction Jobs in FloridaConstruction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor TN visas in Florida?
Large general contractors and engineering firms active in Florida, including Turner Construction, Skanska, Balfour Beatty, AECOM, and Jacobs Engineering, have historically hired Canadian professionals in roles that qualify for TN visa status. Sponsorship availability varies by project pipeline and hiring need. Firms managing large-scale infrastructure, commercial, or mixed-use developments in South Florida and the I-4 corridor tend to have the most consistent demand for technical roles.
Which cities in Florida have the most construction TN sponsorship jobs?
Miami leads the state for construction activity, with significant commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects concentrated in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Orlando is a strong second, driven by hospitality, theme park, and data center construction. Tampa and Jacksonville both have active general contracting and civil engineering markets. Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach also see steady demand, particularly for project management and engineering roles.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN status in construction is generally available to roles that require a specific professional degree, most commonly civil engineers, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, architects, and land surveyors. Project managers with engineering degrees may also qualify depending on how the position is defined. General labor, site supervision, and trades roles do not qualify, as TN requires the position to fall within a designated professional occupation with a corresponding academic credential.
How do I find construction TN sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters listings by visa type, making it straightforward to browse construction roles in Florida where employers are open to TN sponsorship. Because TN eligibility depends on how the role is classified, focus your search on engineering, architecture, and project management titles. Migrate Mate lets you filter by both state and visa category so you can narrow results to Florida construction employers actively considering Canadian professionals.
Are there Florida-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in construction?
Florida does not impose state-level licensing barriers specific to TN holders beyond those that apply to all professionals, but engineers and architects practicing in the state must meet Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation licensure requirements regardless of immigration status. Canadian credentials are generally recognized through standard equivalency review, though the process takes time and should be started before accepting an offer. Florida's year-round construction season means hiring is relatively consistent compared to northern states.