Civil Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas is one of the most active states for civil engineer visa sponsorship, driven by major infrastructure investment, rapid urban growth, and energy sector expansion. Top employers include Jacobs, Kimley-Horn, Freese and Nichols, and the Texas Department of Transportation. Houston, Dallas, and Austin consistently generate the highest demand for sponsored civil engineering roles.
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Position Summary
Effectively lead and manage crew members' daily activities and production according to the project timeline, plans, specifications, codes and industry standards and provide the necessary training on proper safety and operational procedures. Work with or supervise other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision.
Experience Level
Lead
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Plan, coordinate and organize people, equipment, tools and materials to promote the safe, efficient and timely construction of the project.
- Ensure that construction equipment is correctly operated and maintained.
- Maintain accurate reporting records including job quantities, productivity rates, time sheets and daily management reports.
- May assist in developing a weekly schedule and in carrying out sequence of activities for assigned crew.
- Responsible for timely completion of work assignments within the estimated costs while maintaining the company’s reputation for quality workmanship/product.
- Responsible for the safety of those on the crew and will conduct all operations according to all applicable company and government safety rules.
- Will develop and maintain a proper crew attitude by conducting toolbox meetings and communicating safety concerns, work scope, plans and schedules to leadmen and crews.
- Monitor compliance by all employees under his/her supervision with all Company policies.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill to perform all essential functions of craft workers under his/her supervision.
- Ability to perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of work assigned, train/teach safety practices, policies and procedures.
- Have a working knowledge of the scheduling, material control and unit manhour performance, estimating fundamentals and job cost management systems.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
- Must be a good communicator, motivator, and team player.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have required tools.
- Licenses (List Requirements).
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and fit for duty medical.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 188283
Position Summary
Effectively lead and manage crew members' daily activities and production according to the project timeline, plans, specifications, codes and industry standards and provide the necessary training on proper safety and operational procedures. Work with or supervise other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision.
Experience Level
Lead
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Plan, coordinate and organize people, equipment, tools and materials to promote the safe, efficient and timely construction of the project.
- Ensure that construction equipment is correctly operated and maintained.
- Maintain accurate reporting records including job quantities, productivity rates, time sheets and daily management reports.
- May assist in developing a weekly schedule and in carrying out sequence of activities for assigned crew.
- Responsible for timely completion of work assignments within the estimated costs while maintaining the company’s reputation for quality workmanship/product.
- Responsible for the safety of those on the crew and will conduct all operations according to all applicable company and government safety rules.
- Will develop and maintain a proper crew attitude by conducting toolbox meetings and communicating safety concerns, work scope, plans and schedules to leadmen and crews.
- Monitor compliance by all employees under his/her supervision with all Company policies.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill to perform all essential functions of craft workers under his/her supervision.
- Ability to perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of work assigned, train/teach safety practices, policies and procedures.
- Have a working knowledge of the scheduling, material control and unit manhour performance, estimating fundamentals and job cost management systems.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
- Must be a good communicator, motivator, and team player.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have required tools.
- Licenses (List Requirements).
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and fit for duty medical.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Search Civil Engineer Jobs in TexasCivil Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for civil engineers in Texas?
Large engineering and infrastructure firms are the most consistent sponsors in Texas. Jacobs Engineering, AECOM, Kimley-Horn, Freese and Nichols, Burns & McDonnell, and Halff Associates have all filed Labor Condition Applications for civil engineer roles in the state. The Texas Department of Transportation and major municipalities also hire internationally for specialized positions, particularly in transportation and water resources.
Which visa types are most common for civil engineer roles in Texas?
The H-1B visa is the primary visa category for civil engineers in Texas, as the role consistently qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying engineering degrees. Some senior engineers with extraordinary achievements may be eligible for O-1 visa classification.
How to find civil engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship, so you can search civil engineer roles in Texas without sorting through employers who won't sponsor. The platform focuses on international candidates, making it easier to identify which Texas-based firms are actively open to sponsoring H-1B or other work visas for civil engineering positions across infrastructure, transportation, and energy projects.
Which cities in Texas have the most civil engineer sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads due to its energy infrastructure, port expansion, and petrochemical industry, all of which require significant civil engineering work. Dallas-Fort Worth follows closely, driven by transportation megaprojects and rapid suburban development. Austin has grown substantially as tech campus construction and city infrastructure investment have accelerated. San Antonio also generates steady demand, particularly in military base infrastructure and municipal water systems.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for civil engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Texas has a Professional Engineer licensure requirement from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers for certain project types, and many employers factor PE licensure into hiring decisions for sponsored roles. The state's energy sector, particularly in Houston, creates demand for civil engineers with environmental or geotechnical specializations not as prominent elsewhere. Several Texas universities, including UT Austin and Texas A&M, maintain strong recruiting pipelines that employers in the state actively draw from.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored civil engineer jobs in Texas?
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.