Construction H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
H-1B visa sponsorship construction jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in the engineering, architecture, and project management sectors, with major employers like AECOM, WSP, and Turner Construction actively hiring across Newark, Jersey City, and the broader Tri-State corridor. New Jersey's ongoing infrastructure investment and dense urban development pipeline make it one of the more active states for sponsored construction roles.
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Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.
What We Do
Enable you to dive into your love of history and research to help us provide important data to our teams and customers in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Underwriting Assistant to our growing team. FA sets the standard for excellence in the commercial real estate space. In this role, you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting supporting our Commercial Title team in a wide range of duties including creating and maintaining title files and documenting and recording. This position administratively supports timely closings and title recordings for transactions ranging from single site to high-liability multi-site commercial real estate transactions. You will play a key role in coordinating the resolution and completion of the commercial title process.
What You’ll Do:
- Support the closing process of commercial real estate transactions by assisting with preparing invoices, routing title comments and underwriting requests, ordering title and tax updates, assembling and calculating pricing information, recording fees and transfer tax information
- Search, examine, and interpret commercial real estate documents
- Audit calculations and legal documents for accuracy
- Communicate recording information and prepare legal property documents such as proforma policies and endorsements
- Create title files and prepare endorsements and supplemental documents
What You’ll Bring:
- Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
- Excellent verbal and written communication with both our internal team and external customers
- Problem solver who has strong organizational skills, is detail oriented, with an eagerness to learn
- Natural curiosity, enjoys researching the history and background of transactions
- Thrives in contributing to a team where we come together to deliver beyond customer expectations
- Knowledge of MS Office suite, specifically advanced Adobe and spreadsheet. The ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years of title related experience required
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.
What We Do
Enable you to dive into your love of history and research to help us provide important data to our teams and customers in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Underwriting Assistant to our growing team. FA sets the standard for excellence in the commercial real estate space. In this role, you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting supporting our Commercial Title team in a wide range of duties including creating and maintaining title files and documenting and recording. This position administratively supports timely closings and title recordings for transactions ranging from single site to high-liability multi-site commercial real estate transactions. You will play a key role in coordinating the resolution and completion of the commercial title process.
What You’ll Do:
- Support the closing process of commercial real estate transactions by assisting with preparing invoices, routing title comments and underwriting requests, ordering title and tax updates, assembling and calculating pricing information, recording fees and transfer tax information
- Search, examine, and interpret commercial real estate documents
- Audit calculations and legal documents for accuracy
- Communicate recording information and prepare legal property documents such as proforma policies and endorsements
- Create title files and prepare endorsements and supplemental documents
What You’ll Bring:
- Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
- Excellent verbal and written communication with both our internal team and external customers
- Problem solver who has strong organizational skills, is detail oriented, with an eagerness to learn
- Natural curiosity, enjoys researching the history and background of transactions
- Thrives in contributing to a team where we come together to deliver beyond customer expectations
- Knowledge of MS Office suite, specifically advanced Adobe and spreadsheet. The ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years of title related experience required
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
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Search Construction Jobs in New JerseyConstruction H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor H-1B visas in New Jersey?
Large engineering and construction firms with a New Jersey presence are among the most consistent H-1B visa sponsors in the industry. Companies like AECOM, WSP Global, Turner Construction, Skanska, and Jacobs Engineering have filed H-1B applications for New Jersey-based roles in recent years. Specialty firms focused on civil infrastructure, environmental engineering, and transit projects also sponsor, particularly given the state's active NJ Transit and highway improvement programs.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most construction H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Newark and Jersey City lead in construction H-1B activity, driven by ongoing commercial, residential, and infrastructure development. Parsippany and Princeton also see consistent demand from engineering consultancies and project management firms headquartered there. Camden has become increasingly active due to public infrastructure investment along the Delaware River waterfront. Proximity to New York City means many roles serve projects that span both sides of the Hudson.
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 technical field. Roles that commonly qualify include civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, construction project managers with engineering credentials, environmental engineers, and BIM (Building Information Modeling) specialists. General site labor, skilled trades, and superintendents without a qualifying degree do not meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard.
How do I find construction H-1B sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters construction roles in New Jersey by H-1B visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor. Search for civil engineering, structural engineering, or construction project management roles and filter by New Jersey to surface relevant openings. Using a targeted platform like Migrate Mate saves time compared to manually screening general job boards for sponsorship eligibility.
Are there any New Jersey-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in construction?
New Jersey's prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B program are benchmarked against DOL wage data for the Newark-Jersey City metro area, which reflects a high cost of living and tends to set wage floors above national averages for engineering roles. Many construction projects in the state are publicly funded through NJ DOT, NJ Transit, or federal infrastructure programs, which can involve additional compliance layers for employers. Candidates should confirm their role meets the specialty occupation definition, as construction titles vary widely in how they're classified.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B construction jobs in New Jersey?
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.