Construction H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's construction sector draws H-2B visa workers for seasonal and project-based roles across infrastructure, residential building, and commercial development. Major employers operate out of Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Harrisburg. Companies like Allan Myers and Glenn O. Hawbaker have historically sought seasonal labor for highway, utility, and site preparation work across the state.
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Are you ready to take the next step from skilled Installer to jobsite leader?
At Groundworks, North America’s leader in foundation solutions, our Co‑Foreman are driven professionals who are ready to build their skills to grow into a Foreman position. Working side‑by‑side with an experienced Foreman, you’ll learn how to lead crews, manage daily jobsite operations, and uphold our standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. With hands‑on leadership training, industry-leading certification program, and a clear path to advancement, this role is built for those who want to develop their leadership skills while continuing to do impactful work in the field.
The Co-Foreman is a leader as well as a contributor on our crew and an integral part of our success. The Co-Foreman coordinates tasks and assignments based on work priority, schedules, objectives, and workforce availability. The Co-Foreman assists with monitoring the progress of a project and keeping it on track from a time and budgetary standpoint.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists Foreman with leading a high-performance team serving customers in a local market/area
- Reviews job specifications to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed prior to reporting to job site
- Assess conditions of the job once on-site; set forth plans based on time allotment, tools needed, and order of work – assign duties to your crew for work to be performed
- Install products and services with support of a national team of trained professionals
- Innovate and troubleshoot situations as needed based on requirements to complete the job to meet company standards and timetables
- Provide customers with superior quality and service while onsite performing work
- Ensure all final documentation is done completely/accurately and is given to the proper parties
- Safely, correctly, and efficiently loads and unloads materials, tools, and equipment, and cleans truck
- Safely, correctly, and efficiently performs installation duties according to instructions, methods, standards and timetables provided by the Foreman and Company
- Drives company vehicles in a safe manner and meets all requirements to operate a company vehicle
- Assists in planning, scheduling, and coordinating work, accounting for labor hours and productivity
- Assists in supervising, leading and mentoring a crew of two or more people; leads crew in absence of Foreman
- Communicates with customer before, during and after completion of job, addressing any changes in the job prior to implementing changes
- Completes necessary paperwork, check-in and check-out procedures, as needed
- Knowledge of trade specific tools for installations and correct use and care of equipment
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 22 kg, and walks and stands for long periods of time
- Performs strenuous labor often under adverse conditions
- Foster a positive team environment by building strong relationships and inspiring mutual trust, professionalism, integrity, and respect
- Adhere to and promote Company workplace policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, the policies related to safety and against bullying, harassment, violence or discrimination in the workplace
- Uphold the Company’s positive image and reputation in the community
- It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day
- Perform other duties as necessary or assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required
- Strong communication skills, ability to motivate, and be a team player
- Experience leading crews or small teams required
- Previous experience working in the construction or home services industry and/or trade work or general labor required
- Basic construction or mechanical knowledge
- Must have a valid, non-restrictive driver’s license
- Enters crawl spaces and other confined areas
Working Conditions
- The position lifts heavy objects and/or up to 50 lbs., walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor
- The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively lifts and carries heavy loads
- The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand and arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. It also requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs
- The employee must have excellent stamina
- Seeing with the ability to read reports, data, statistics and information on computer screens are required
What We Offer:
- Competitive base pay + bonus paid per job
- Best-in-class certification program creates path to real career growth
- Tools & transportation to the job site provided
- Free pair of Red Wing Boots provided every year
- Performance opens doors to elite recognition, trips & events
- Annual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday & volunteer events
- Upward mobility - we promote from within 80% of the time
- When you win, you own it—our Employee Ownership Program lets you share the upside
- Tuition Reimbursement Program - we invest in your development!
- Work-life balance - 2 weeks PTO and 6 paid holidays
- US: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long & short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) and company match & paid maternity leave
- Canada: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, long & short-term disability, and company paid life insurance
The anticipated salary range is the expected hiring range for this role in Pennsylvania is $16.50 - $17.50. Final compensation will be based on an evaluation of each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location.
H-2B Construction Job Roles in Pennsylvania
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Search Construction Jobs in PennsylvaniaConstruction H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor H-2B visas in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania construction firms that have historically filed H-2B petitions include highway and heavy civil contractors such as Allan Myers, Glenn O. Hawbaker, and Kinsley Construction. Landscaping and site preparation subcontractors working on larger developments also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data. Sponsorship patterns vary by project cycle, so checking current DOL OFLC disclosure records gives the most accurate picture of active filers.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most construction H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and Pittsburgh generate the highest volume of construction activity given their population size and ongoing infrastructure investment. Allentown, Reading, and Harrisburg also show consistent construction hiring tied to commercial and residential development. Rural and suburban counties across central Pennsylvania see seasonal demand, particularly for highway maintenance, utility installation, and site grading crews that commonly rely on H-2B workers.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B construction roles are generally in skilled trades and labor categories that are temporary or seasonal in nature. Common qualifying positions include highway laborers, site graders, concrete form workers, utility pipe layers, and flaggers. The work must be tied to a defined project or seasonal peak rather than a permanent ongoing need, and employers must demonstrate they cannot fill positions with available U.S. workers before USCIS approves the petition.
How do I find construction H-2B sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international workers seeking visa sponsorship in the United States. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface construction H-2B openings in Pennsylvania directly. Because H-2B sponsorship requires employers to initiate the petition well before a worker's start date, searching Migrate Mate early in the hiring cycle improves your chances of connecting with employers still in the filing window.
Are there Pennsylvania-specific considerations for H-2B construction sponsorship?
Pennsylvania's construction season peaks from late spring through early fall, which aligns with the H-2B program's temporary need requirement. Employers must file prevailing wage determinations with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry as part of the broader process. The state's union presence in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh can affect which roles are available to H-2B workers, as collectively bargained positions may have different hiring constraints than non-union projects.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B construction jobs in Pennsylvania?
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.