Construction E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in North Carolina
Construction E-3 visa sponsorship jobs in North Carolina are concentrated around the Charlotte metro, Research Triangle, and Raleigh-Durham corridor, where large-scale infrastructure, commercial, and residential development projects are creating consistent demand for qualified Australian engineers, project managers, and construction managers at firms like Brasfield & Gorrie, Skanska, and Holder Construction.
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Posting Date
08-18-2025
Time Type
Full-Time
Job ID
9017
Areas of Expertise
Financial Services
Job Category
Interior Design
Government + Defense
Locations
Charlotte, NC, US
Description
Your Role
At Gensler our focus is positive impact. We see each project, no matter the scale or scope, as a chance to contribute to our client’s business and operational goals, as well as craft spaces that perform and inspire. We design spaces, services and environments for the most innovative companies in the world, seeking new ways to provide value by fostering healthier, more effective workplaces. As a result of a growing diverse client base and increasing project work we are seeking a Senior Designer with exceptional design skills and a portfolio of innovative design solutions with an emphasis on Workplace interior projects.
As a Gensler Senior Designer in our Charlotte office, you are passionate about your craft and combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for a full range of clients. You have exceptional conceptual design skills, and a portfolio of innovative design solutions with an emphasis on workplace projects.
You will collaborate every day with talented colleagues to enhance Gensler’s culture for design excellence, elevate the quality of design, and achieve recognition for our clients and the firm. You are a mix of strategic and creative, with the ability to create great form while embracing sound business strategy. You use your unique design perspective to lead design teams, develop next-generation talent, bring new approaches to the design process, and help our clients redesign what’s possible.
What You Will Do
- Lead the creative efforts of multiple interior design teams on projects from the initial marketing stages through construction and installation
- Develop and own overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies
- Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting
- Generate concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork for the project
- Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking
- Drive alignment in our designs with our, and our clients’, sustainable goals
- Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external
- Creatively align solutions to budgets
- Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams
- Participate in business development, marketing and recruiting efforts
- Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.)
- Interaction with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations
- Be a voice in our Community for the Power of Design
Your Qualifications
- Relevant bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture
- 10-15 years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace design
- Advanced knowledge of the design process, including FF&E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
- Experience leading design teams through all phases of the design process
- LEED, Fitwell or WELL accreditation, NCIDQ preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
- Understanding and proficiency in design software programs including SketchUp, Revit, InDesign, 3D Studio Max, Enscape, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with proficiency in Miro
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
For consideration, please submit resume and relevant work samples. Submittals must include work samples for full consideration.
This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new team member in our Charlotte office in Uptown.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.
General Information
Posting Date
08-18-2025
Time Type
Full-Time
Job ID
9017
Areas of Expertise
Financial Services
Job Category
Interior Design
Government + Defense
Locations
Charlotte, NC, US
Description
Your Role
At Gensler our focus is positive impact. We see each project, no matter the scale or scope, as a chance to contribute to our client’s business and operational goals, as well as craft spaces that perform and inspire. We design spaces, services and environments for the most innovative companies in the world, seeking new ways to provide value by fostering healthier, more effective workplaces. As a result of a growing diverse client base and increasing project work we are seeking a Senior Designer with exceptional design skills and a portfolio of innovative design solutions with an emphasis on Workplace interior projects.
As a Gensler Senior Designer in our Charlotte office, you are passionate about your craft and combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for a full range of clients. You have exceptional conceptual design skills, and a portfolio of innovative design solutions with an emphasis on workplace projects.
You will collaborate every day with talented colleagues to enhance Gensler’s culture for design excellence, elevate the quality of design, and achieve recognition for our clients and the firm. You are a mix of strategic and creative, with the ability to create great form while embracing sound business strategy. You use your unique design perspective to lead design teams, develop next-generation talent, bring new approaches to the design process, and help our clients redesign what’s possible.
What You Will Do
- Lead the creative efforts of multiple interior design teams on projects from the initial marketing stages through construction and installation
- Develop and own overall design concepts, storytelling and design presentation strategies
- Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and decorative lighting
- Generate concepts for finish plans, RCP, lighting plans, specifications, material selections, and millwork for the project
- Be a fearless integrator and advocate for diverse points of view and expansive thinking
- Drive alignment in our designs with our, and our clients’, sustainable goals
- Build and sustain client relationships; act as the primary design interface with clients, team members, and a wide range of consultants and collaborators, both internal and external
- Creatively align solutions to budgets
- Mentor and develop Gensler designers; provide creative direction to design teams
- Participate in business development, marketing and recruiting efforts
- Integrate new technology and tools on projects (AR, VR, computational design, etc.)
- Interaction with clients while representing Gensler at meetings and presentations
- Be a voice in our Community for the Power of Design
Your Qualifications
- Relevant bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture
- 10-15 years of diverse interiors experience with an emphasis on workplace design
- Advanced knowledge of the design process, including FF&E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
- Experience leading design teams through all phases of the design process
- LEED, Fitwell or WELL accreditation, NCIDQ preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
- Understanding and proficiency in design software programs including SketchUp, Revit, InDesign, 3D Studio Max, Enscape, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with proficiency in Miro
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
For consideration, please submit resume and relevant work samples. Submittals must include work samples for full consideration.
This role is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new team member in our Charlotte office in Uptown.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.
E-3 Construction Job Roles in North Carolina
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Search Construction Jobs in North CarolinaConstruction E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor E-3 visas in North Carolina?
Large general contractors and engineering firms operating in North Carolina with a history of E-3 visa and H-1B visa sponsorship include Skanska, Turner Construction, Brasfield & Gorrie, and Holder Construction. ENR-ranked firms tend to have established HR and immigration processes, making them more likely to support E-3 visa sponsorship than smaller regional subcontractors. Searching OFLC disclosure data for Labor Condition Application filings by construction employers in North Carolina can help verify which firms have sponsored foreign workers previously.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most construction E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Charlotte leads North Carolina for construction E-3 opportunities, driven by ongoing commercial development, stadium projects, and infrastructure expansion. The Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill triangle follows closely, fueled by data center construction, life sciences campuses, and residential growth tied to in-migration. Greensboro and the Triad region also see activity from industrial and logistics facility construction. Roles requiring licensed engineers or credentialed project managers are most concentrated in these urban centers.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship?
E-3 sponsorship in construction requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it must normally require at least a U.S. bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specific field. Roles that consistently meet this standard include civil engineer, structural engineer, geotechnical engineer, construction project manager (with an engineering or construction management degree), and estimator or cost engineer positions at firms where a degree in a relevant discipline is a standard hiring requirement. On-site trades roles generally do not qualify.
How do I find construction E-3 sponsorship jobs in North Carolina?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find construction E-3 sponsorship jobs in North Carolina, as listings are filtered specifically for visa sponsorship eligibility and tagged by industry and state. Beyond browsing Migrate Mate, targeting ENR Top 400 contractors with active North Carolina project portfolios and reaching out to their in-house talent acquisition teams can surface openings before they are publicly posted. Framing your Australian engineering credentials clearly in applications helps employers assess sponsorship feasibility early.
Are there any North Carolina-specific considerations for construction E-3 sponsorship?
North Carolina requires engineers who supervise or certify work to hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Australian engineers can apply for licensure through comity or examination, but the process takes time and should be factored into your job search timeline. Employers sponsoring E-3 visas for engineering roles may also require or prefer candidates who are on track to obtain North Carolina PE licensure, particularly for roles involving sealed drawings or site certification.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 construction jobs in North Carolina?
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.