Construction H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Georgia
Georgia's construction sector is expanding across Atlanta, Savannah, and the broader metro corridor, with firms like Holder Construction, Brasfield & Gorrie, and Turner Construction among those that have sponsored H-1B visa workers. Civil engineers, structural engineers, and project managers in specialty roles have the strongest prospects for H-1B sponsorship in this market.
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Ready to drive financial accuracy and project success? As a Project Engineer, you will track and analyze cost data, ensuring our projects stay on budget. Your expertise in resource monitoring and control, combined with your construction knowledge, will keep our projects running smoothly and efficiently.
Join the $4.6B SR 400 Express Lanes project in Atlanta—one of the largest roadway projects in the United States—delivered through a public-private partnership led by FlatironDragados and ACCIONA. This landmark infrastructure project includes the design, construction, long-term operation, and maintenance of the corridor for 50 years, transforming a critical route and supporting mobility in one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Meet with engineering and field crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources.
- Review all shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data.
- Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling.
- Identify risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
- Evaluate daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance.
- Update project schedule weekly for owner and management reporting.
- Prepare and manage a three-week work plan. Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost.
- Initiate and manage all Requests for Information (RFIs).
- Remit accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported.
- Manage invoicing with accounting team regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
- Review certificates and permits needed to perform work.
- Review required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel.
- Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- 5+ years construction engineering experience.
- Experience in resource monitoring techniques (i.e. cost accounting, basic estimating) and construction technology, process systems and/or structures preferred.
- Specialized, technical knowledge of design build or other alternative build techniques.
- Able to delegate and assign work to engineering team to progress the project production forward.
- Advanced knowledge of contract specifications and quality assurance practices.
- Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays.
- Knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods and cost coding.
- Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management preferred.
WHY WORK FOR US
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
* Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
* Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
* Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
* Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
* Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Min: USD $130,000.00/Yr.
- Salary Max: USD $150,000.00/Yr.
INTRODUCTION
Ready to drive financial accuracy and project success? As a Project Engineer, you will track and analyze cost data, ensuring our projects stay on budget. Your expertise in resource monitoring and control, combined with your construction knowledge, will keep our projects running smoothly and efficiently.
Join the $4.6B SR 400 Express Lanes project in Atlanta—one of the largest roadway projects in the United States—delivered through a public-private partnership led by FlatironDragados and ACCIONA. This landmark infrastructure project includes the design, construction, long-term operation, and maintenance of the corridor for 50 years, transforming a critical route and supporting mobility in one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Meet with engineering and field crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources.
- Review all shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data.
- Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling.
- Identify risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
- Evaluate daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance.
- Update project schedule weekly for owner and management reporting.
- Prepare and manage a three-week work plan. Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost.
- Initiate and manage all Requests for Information (RFIs).
- Remit accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported.
- Manage invoicing with accounting team regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
- Review certificates and permits needed to perform work.
- Review required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel.
- Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- 5+ years construction engineering experience.
- Experience in resource monitoring techniques (i.e. cost accounting, basic estimating) and construction technology, process systems and/or structures preferred.
- Specialized, technical knowledge of design build or other alternative build techniques.
- Able to delegate and assign work to engineering team to progress the project production forward.
- Advanced knowledge of contract specifications and quality assurance practices.
- Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays.
- Knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods and cost coding.
- Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management preferred.
WHY WORK FOR US
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
* Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
* Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
* Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
* Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
* Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Min: USD $130,000.00/Yr.
- Salary Max: USD $150,000.00/Yr.
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Search Construction Jobs in GeorgiaConstruction H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor H-1B visas in Georgia?
Several large general contractors and engineering firms with Georgia operations have H-1B visa sponsorship history, including Holder Construction, Brasfield & Gorrie, Jacobs Engineering, and AECOM. Sponsorship is more common at firms with dedicated HR and legal infrastructure. Smaller subcontractors and local builders rarely sponsor H-1B workers due to the administrative and financial requirements involved.
Which cities in Georgia have the most construction H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Atlanta accounts for the large majority of Georgia's H-1B construction activity, driven by its scale of commercial, infrastructure, and mixed-use development. Savannah is a growing secondary market, particularly with port expansion and industrial construction tied to logistics investment. Gainesville and Augusta have smaller but active markets tied to healthcare facility construction and regional infrastructure projects.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in construction is limited to specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Roles that commonly qualify include civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, construction project managers with engineering degrees, and building information modeling (BIM) specialists. General labor, site superintendent, and field foreman positions typically do not meet the specialty occupation threshold.
How do I find construction H-1B sponsorship jobs in Georgia?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking H-1B visa sponsorship. You can filter directly for construction roles in Georgia to see positions from employers with sponsorship history. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company does not sponsor. Migrate Mate is designed around the specific needs of candidates navigating U.S. work visa requirements.
Are there any Georgia-specific considerations for H-1B construction workers?
Georgia does not impose state-level licensing requirements that uniquely restrict H-1B workers, but professional engineers must obtain a Georgia PE license to stamp drawings, which requires meeting the state licensing board's requirements regardless of visa status. Georgia's right-to-work status and active construction pipeline around the Port of Savannah expansion and Atlanta's infrastructure programs make it a relatively active market for sponsored engineering roles.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B construction jobs in Georgia?
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.