Construction H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho
H-2B visa construction jobs in Idaho draw workers to infrastructure projects across Boise, Coeur d'Alene, and the Treasure Valley, where seasonal demand consistently outpaces local labor supply. Employers in residential framing, highway construction, and site development regularly sponsor H-2B workers for temporary positions through certified petitions with DOL and USCIS.
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At JH Kelly, we’re seeking a driven, detail-oriented Project Manager to lead meaningful Structural, Mechanical, and multi-discipline construction projects throughout the Treasure Valley market, supporting cutting-edge semiconductor, data center, and commercial developments. This role puts you at the center of the action—owning project outcomes from start to finish by driving schedules, managing budgets, coordinating multi-discipline scopes, and ensuring all systems are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. We welcome candidates with mechanical construction experience as well as those with broader construction or engineering backgrounds who are ready to apply strong technical fundamentals, critical thinking, and leadership skills in a fast-paced, real-world construction environment.
About us
Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR we’re an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture.
SALARY RANGE: $95,000 - $130,000 annually (DOE), FLSA exempt.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
- Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
- 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
- Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
- Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
- Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation for the past 10 years.
PROJECT PLANNING & CONTROLS
- Run the full project life cycle: planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, fabrication, field installation, startup, and closeout.
- Plan and manage the project schedule and account for variances.
- Plan and manage the project estimate and budget setup.
- Manage and control project cost and account for variances to the estimate.
- Create accurate projections of cost at completion.
- Plan and manage project control systems.
- Participate in work permit planning and coordination.
FINANCIAL & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
- Write and manage RFIs and change orders.
- Take off quantities and prepare pricing for changes when directed.
- Perform estimating and procurement activities.
TECHNICAL REVIEW & SUPPORT
- Thoroughly review all drawings, submittals, samples, and shop drawings to ensure installation and final product meet contract requirements.
- Perform field engineering for construction convenience items, including calculations and design drafting when required.
- Provide technical backup for lift plans, rigging, and QA/QC walkdowns.
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION
- Direct activities of project staff personnel.
- Lead, mentor, and manage interns, field engineers, project engineers, and other team members.
- Maintain proactive and positive relationships with craft personnel, supervision, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal departments (Safety, CAD/BIM, Accounting, IT).
- Represent JH Kelly at client and project meetings.
- Keep management informed of project status, scheduling, and financial performance.
SAFETY & QUALITY
- Ensure, follow, and promote company safety and quality protocols.
- Review construction procedures and provide technical support for work.
- Ensure construction work in-house and by subcontractors complies with contract requirements.
CLOSEOUT
- Oversee punch lists, documentation, and final handoff.
- Ensure systems are delivered clean, compliant, and ready for operation.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in construction project management, project engineering, or field coordination. Background in mechanical, structural, or multi-discipline construction environments. Experience with complex commercial, industrial, semiconductor, or data center projects is a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field. Equivalent field-driven experience will also be considered.
- Skills: Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, with intermediate skills in Excel. Proficient with Navisworks, Revizto, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to write clear RFIs and interpret technical documents.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and hold project teams accountable while maintaining outstanding relationships with craft labor and clients.
- Mindset: Field-first, gritty, and resourceful, with a passion for precision and quality. You’re a trusted partner to field teams, relatable, and professional.
- Preferred Qualities: Background in pipefitting or union craft is a bonus but not required. Experience managing self-perform and subcontracted work.
Physical Requirements
This role requires transitioning between office and construction field settings. In the office, you’ll sit for extended periods at a computer, performing repetitive tasks like typing and communicating by telephone. In the field, you’ll stand and walk for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, and crawl to inspect tight spaces, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating on-site. You’ll work outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and wear PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots). Flexibility to travel between job sites and work outside regular business hours when needed is required. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
At JH Kelly, we’re seeking a driven, detail-oriented Project Manager to lead meaningful Structural, Mechanical, and multi-discipline construction projects throughout the Treasure Valley market, supporting cutting-edge semiconductor, data center, and commercial developments. This role puts you at the center of the action—owning project outcomes from start to finish by driving schedules, managing budgets, coordinating multi-discipline scopes, and ensuring all systems are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. We welcome candidates with mechanical construction experience as well as those with broader construction or engineering backgrounds who are ready to apply strong technical fundamentals, critical thinking, and leadership skills in a fast-paced, real-world construction environment.
About us
Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR we’re an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture.
SALARY RANGE: $95,000 - $130,000 annually (DOE), FLSA exempt.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
- Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
- 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
- Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
- Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
- Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation for the past 10 years.
PROJECT PLANNING & CONTROLS
- Run the full project life cycle: planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, fabrication, field installation, startup, and closeout.
- Plan and manage the project schedule and account for variances.
- Plan and manage the project estimate and budget setup.
- Manage and control project cost and account for variances to the estimate.
- Create accurate projections of cost at completion.
- Plan and manage project control systems.
- Participate in work permit planning and coordination.
FINANCIAL & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
- Write and manage RFIs and change orders.
- Take off quantities and prepare pricing for changes when directed.
- Perform estimating and procurement activities.
TECHNICAL REVIEW & SUPPORT
- Thoroughly review all drawings, submittals, samples, and shop drawings to ensure installation and final product meet contract requirements.
- Perform field engineering for construction convenience items, including calculations and design drafting when required.
- Provide technical backup for lift plans, rigging, and QA/QC walkdowns.
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION
- Direct activities of project staff personnel.
- Lead, mentor, and manage interns, field engineers, project engineers, and other team members.
- Maintain proactive and positive relationships with craft personnel, supervision, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal departments (Safety, CAD/BIM, Accounting, IT).
- Represent JH Kelly at client and project meetings.
- Keep management informed of project status, scheduling, and financial performance.
SAFETY & QUALITY
- Ensure, follow, and promote company safety and quality protocols.
- Review construction procedures and provide technical support for work.
- Ensure construction work in-house and by subcontractors complies with contract requirements.
CLOSEOUT
- Oversee punch lists, documentation, and final handoff.
- Ensure systems are delivered clean, compliant, and ready for operation.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in construction project management, project engineering, or field coordination. Background in mechanical, structural, or multi-discipline construction environments. Experience with complex commercial, industrial, semiconductor, or data center projects is a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field. Equivalent field-driven experience will also be considered.
- Skills: Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, with intermediate skills in Excel. Proficient with Navisworks, Revizto, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to write clear RFIs and interpret technical documents.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and hold project teams accountable while maintaining outstanding relationships with craft labor and clients.
- Mindset: Field-first, gritty, and resourceful, with a passion for precision and quality. You’re a trusted partner to field teams, relatable, and professional.
- Preferred Qualities: Background in pipefitting or union craft is a bonus but not required. Experience managing self-perform and subcontracted work.
Physical Requirements
This role requires transitioning between office and construction field settings. In the office, you’ll sit for extended periods at a computer, performing repetitive tasks like typing and communicating by telephone. In the field, you’ll stand and walk for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, and crawl to inspect tight spaces, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating on-site. You’ll work outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and wear PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots). Flexibility to travel between job sites and work outside regular business hours when needed is required. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities.
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Search Construction Jobs in IdahoConstruction H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor H-2B visas in Idaho?
Landscaping and site-preparation contractors, residential framing companies, and highway infrastructure firms in Idaho have historically filed H-2B petitions for temporary construction workers. Employers concentrated in the Boise metro, Twin Falls, and Coeur d'Alene areas tend to file most frequently, particularly for seasonal surges tied to spring and summer building cycles. Checking DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data shows which specific employers have certified petitions on record.
Which cities in Idaho have the most construction H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Boise and the broader Treasure Valley corridor see the highest volume of H-2B construction activity in Idaho, driven by sustained population growth and residential development. Coeur d'Alene and Nampa also generate steady demand, particularly for framing, concrete, and earthwork crews. Smaller markets like Twin Falls and Idaho Falls see seasonal spikes tied to agricultural infrastructure and commercial build-outs.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B sponsorship in construction typically covers roles classified as temporary, including carpenters, concrete finishers, roofers, laborers, equipment operators, and framers. The position must be genuinely temporary, meaning the employer's need is tied to a one-time event, peak-load season, or intermittent demand rather than a permanent workforce gap. Roles requiring licensure, such as electricians or plumbers, are less commonly sponsored under H-2B due to state-level credential requirements.
How do I find construction H-2B sponsorship jobs in Idaho?
Migrate Mate lists construction H-2B sponsorship jobs in Idaho filtered by employer filing history and role type, making it easier to identify companies that have already navigated the DOL certification process. You can search by city or construction specialty to find active listings in markets like Boise or Coeur d'Alene. Reviewing employers with prior H-2B certifications in OFLC disclosure data alongside Migrate Mate listings gives you the clearest picture of where verified sponsorship activity is concentrated.
Are there any Idaho-specific considerations for construction H-2B workers?
Idaho's construction season is heavily influenced by mountain winters, meaning H-2B petitions are most commonly filed for spring-through-fall start dates when outdoor work is feasible. Employers must demonstrate that local U.S. workers are unavailable before DOL certifies an H-2B petition, which can be a higher bar in Boise where the construction labor pool is larger. Workers should also be aware that Idaho does not have its own prevailing wage law, so federal DOL wage determinations from the OFLC Wage Search apply.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B construction jobs in Idaho?
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.