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Texas is one of the most active states for construction engineer visa sponsorship, driven by major infrastructure buildouts in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio. Large contractors like Fluor, Jacobs, and Turner Construction regularly hire internationally. The state's energy sector, highway expansion programs, and commercial development create steady demand for qualified construction engineers.
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Date: Sep 11, 2026
Location:
Irving, TX, US, 75038
Company: WillScot
Req ID: 56861
At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000+ people makes our company a Great Place to Work® and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins with our values, which are lived through our employees and aligned to the needs of our customers and communities. From day one, we invest in your growth and your future, while giving back to the communities we serve. Learn more about WillScot and who we are, here.
As North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, we have helped customers across 260+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, get the innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions that are right for their timeline and their project, Right From the Start. Learn More.
ABOUT THE JOB:
Primary duties involve supporting the front-end pre-construction phases of our custom complex construction projects interacting with customers and prospects, with our sales team, to present capabilities and develop scopes of work and participating in bid/proposal development, deal structuring and approval from a technical and feasibility perspective, preparing estimates from RFPs, preparing the technical package and establishing project budgets. Forward facing role interacting heavily with the Willscot sales team, customers and the construction services team.
Secondary duties involve performing project management on projects once awarded. Project Management involves internal and external stakeholder management; scope clarification and fulfilment, schedule generation, management, and updating; and budget management and margin fulfillment. Weekly calls (internal and external), weekly reports, site visits, vendor selection and PO generation, stakeholder coordination, unit delivery, and project completion and turnover.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
Customer Service:
- Communicating Willscot capabilities
- Selling the modular solution and benefits and educating the customer
- Qualifying the opportunity through direct communication with the Customer & clear understanding of project requirements
- Assembling project information and developing project program requirements
- Reviewing proposed site, existing conditions/utilities and physical restrictions
- Generating and monitoring schedule, fulfilling budget and scope expectations as laid out in proposal stage
- Successfully executing project delivery, handoff, and turnover
Sales Support:
- Providing VALUE by elevating the technical credibility of Willscot
- Assisting the sales team in qualifying the Customer and opportunity
- Minimizing business risk through accurate assessment of project feasibility
- Providing general technical assistance and support: training and mentoring when needed
- Maintaining constant dialogue with regards to market/industry trends, customers and new opportunities
- Constantly communicating status on bids/proposals in progress, technical deal structuring and customer interaction
Technical Support:
- Reviewing and qualifying bid/RFP documents
- Reviewing blueprints and specifications, and performing take offs
- Ensuring CS representations in pre-bid meetings and job walks
- Participating in prebid meetings/job walks/and subcontractor qualifications
- Developing project strategy and “Win Factors”
- Technically structure the deal and identify cost efficient ways to provide the Customer with an optimum solution
- Ensure Go/No Go reviews are scheduled on every project that is equal to or larger than (4) units
- Offering value added product and service solutions, i.e. site services
- Investigating state and local building codes and regulations
- Developing project scope of work
- Managing vendor and subcontractor selection including qualifying A/E firms
- Reviewing all subcontractor RFQs as solicited by vendors
- Developing the project baseline estimate
- Assembling the Technical Package and conducting internal reviews
- Delivering Technical to Sales Rep and communicating strategies
- Developing milestone project schedule; working with the SPM to develop elaborate and detailed project schedules
- Developing the project budget in Mission Control
- Obtaining hard-costs from selected vendors and subcontractors at win
- Scheduling Project Kick-off Reviews with the project team following award
- Communicating regional bid activity on a weekly basis to the regional and corporate teams
- Monitoring pre-construction progress including but not limited to preliminary and final drawings, proposal writing and submittal to the customer
- Maintaining Mission Control up to date and enforcing accountability measures on all front-end (bid activity) reporting
- Conducting Post Mortem reviews to evaluate lost opportunities
- Managing internal and external stakeholders from award through project completion, including selection and management of installation and transportation vendors (and/or in-house crews), weekly meetings (internal and external), weekly reports, PO generation, budget and scope management, schedule creation and management, and project execution, delivery, and turnover.
- Maintaining CS process and SOP
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Has a Bachelor's degree (construction or engineering preference) and 3 years of experience estimating projects
OR a high school degree and 5 years of estimating experience
- Modular experience STRONGLY preferred
- Can perform effective blueprint take-offs
- Can delineate subcontractor scopes of work
- Is proficient in MS Project or other construction scheduling software
- Can effectively use construction management/project management software
- Has customer service and sales presentation skills to assist Sales Managers in closing deals
- Including proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint
- Must have very strong - exceptional MS Excel skills
- A solid background in building trades and/or site development
- Strong attention to detail and company processes and procedures
- Able to travel (up to 20%), perform site visits, site management, interpret plans and read plans, ensure vendor
This posting is for a(n) New Position.
Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or physical abilities required. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
All regular WillScot positions offer a generous benefits package to help our employees and their families Be Well. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off (including Company holidays), tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan with company match, and more!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Nearest Major Market: Irving
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
Job Segment: Front End, Pre-Sales, RFP, Proposal Writer, Outside Sales, Technology, Sales
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Search Construction Engineer Jobs in TexasConstruction Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for construction engineers in Texas?
Several major engineering and construction firms with significant Texas operations have histories of sponsoring work visas, including Fluor Corporation (headquartered in Irving), Jacobs Engineering (headquartered in Dallas), AECOM, Turner Construction, and Kiewit. Energy sector contractors tied to Houston's oil and gas infrastructure are also active sponsors. Sponsorship patterns vary by project pipeline and hiring cycle, so checking current job postings is the most reliable indicator.
Which visa types are most common for construction engineer roles in Texas?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for construction engineers in Texas, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or construction engineering. The H-1B cap lottery applies to most private employers. Some construction engineers may also qualify under the O-1A for extraordinary ability, and those with Canadian or Mexican citizenship may explore the TN visa under the USMCA, which covers engineers.
Which cities in Texas have the most construction engineer sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads the state for construction engineer sponsorship, driven by petrochemical plant construction, port expansion, and large infrastructure projects. Dallas-Fort Worth is a close second, with major commercial real estate, highway, and transit development. Austin has seen significant growth tied to semiconductor fab construction and tech campus builds. San Antonio and the broader I-35 corridor also generate consistent demand, particularly for transportation and utility infrastructure projects.
How to find construction engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and lets you filter construction engineer roles by state, so you can browse Texas-specific positions where employers have indicated visa sponsorship. Because sponsorship availability is not always advertised clearly on general job boards, using a platform focused on visa-friendly employers saves significant time. Migrate Mate also surfaces roles from contractors and engineering firms actively filing Labor Condition Applications in Texas.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for construction engineers pursuing visa sponsorship?
Texas does not require a state-specific professional engineering license for construction engineers to begin working, but many employers prefer or require a PE license for senior roles. The Department of Labor's prevailing wage requirements apply statewide for H-1B petitions, and wages are benchmarked by metro area, so Houston and Dallas positions typically carry different wage floors than smaller markets. Texas A&M and UT Austin produce substantial engineering pipelines that some employers prioritize for sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored construction 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.