Transportation Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Washington DC
Washington DC's transportation sector offers significant visa sponsorship opportunities, driven by federal agencies like the Department of Transportation, Metro (WMATA), and major contractors such as Bechtel and AECOM. The region's unique position as both a federal hub and major metropolitan area creates demand for international talent in transit planning, logistics management, and infrastructure development across the broader DMV area.
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Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.
Founded in 1963, Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy, and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models, and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods, and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology, and vast resources.
Why Ferrovial?
- Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
- Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
- Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique, and turns differences into innovation.
- Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
- Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
- Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.
Job Description
Position Summary
Responsible for managing the day-to-day field operations to ensure the standards of the contract are met in a cost-effective, safe, and efficient manner. The Project Superintendent holds overall responsibility for operations and maintenance of the project. Verifies work, interprets the contract, and gives direction and advice on schedules and subcontractor work to the Zone Superintendents. The Project Superintendent works in collaboration with the Project Manager to coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of a services plan consistent with the identified needs of the client and the contract.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages his or her Zone Superintendents to ensure completion of condition assessment of pavements, signs, guardrails, bridges, vegetation, tunnels, and other contract requirements.
- Directs and advises their Zone Supers to determine the best approach (self-performance or subcontract) for bringing assets into contract compliance considering cost, timeliness, and efficiency. Sources and qualifies new subcontractors.
- Monitors operational and financial performance, conducts operational and financial analysis, and prepares performance information and recommendations for incorporation into the periodic reports to management.
- Serves as technical advisor to their Zone Supers and Subcontractors.
- Reviews work schedules received from Zone Supers checking budgets, timelines, and safe operations once approved briefs PM on scheduled work.
- Inspects in-process and reviews completed work with QC to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
- Acts as a communication link between the Project Manager and operations personnel.
- Ensures direct reports are actively supervising, scheduling, and evaluating personnel. Coaches direct reports on management techniques.
- Obtains, inspects, and controls fleet (maintenance, fuel cards, etc.). Manages, monitors, and controls project assets and materials.
- Responsible for proper work reporting, timesheets, budgeting, and other systems. Prepares reports and correspondence as necessary. Ensures data in the MMIS is accurate.
- Reviews and works with the Admin on customer service logs and ensures correct and timely resolutions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- The Project Superintendent is expected to have 3-5 years of skilled trade/engineering experience including knowledge of roadway, structure, and bridge construction methods, materials, standards, and specifications. The Project Superintendent should also have at a minimum 1 year of successfully leading and managing people.
- The Project Superintendent holds overall responsibility for operations and maintenance of the project. Verifies work, interprets the contract, and gives direction on schedules and subcontractor work. The Project Superintendent needs to have complete knowledge of the contract and the programs that drive the project (MRP).
- Working knowledge of state and federal safety, environment, and EEO/DBE guidelines and regulations.
- Working skill in operating computer equipment, software programs, and field inspection equipment.
- Ability to provide technical supervision and leadership to other staff.
- Read and interpret roadway, bridge, and structure plans and contract specifications.
- Maintain detailed records.
- Communicate effectively with agency and contractor personnel and the general public.
- Be an ambassador in implementing policies and procedures.
- Ability to obtain Advanced DOT (or MOT if in Canada) Certification.
- Operation of heavy equipment as needed.
Education and Experience
- 3-5 years of skilled trade/engineering experience and 1 year of successfully leading people.
- Valid Driver's license with good driving record (Required).
Work Conditions/Physical Demands
- The employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time and occasionally stand and/or walk for short periods of time. Use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
- Must practice safe work methods to remain accident and injury free; must have the ability to recognize hazards inherent in routine and non-routine tasks and make adjustments to avoid loss, injury, or accident.
Work Environment
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Office and Field Environment in heat and cold.
- Minimal travel required.
- 24/7 Operations - Occasional holidays, nights, weekends are required.
Physical requirement
- Reaching, bending, squatting, walking.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Work over and around water.
- Working from heights.
- Working in tight spaces.
Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!
Webber, a Ferrovial company, and its group of companies, are equal opportunity employers. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
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Search Transportation Jobs in Washington DCTransportation Jobs in Washington DC: Frequently Asked Questions
Which transportation companies sponsor visas in Washington DC?
Major sponsors include WMATA (Metro), Amtrak, federal contractors like Bechtel and AECOM, and consulting firms such as Cambridge Systematics and Parsons. The Department of Transportation and related federal agencies also sponsor through contractor positions. Many roles involve federal transit projects, requiring security clearances that may limit some visa holders.
Which visa types are most common for transportation roles in Washington DC?
H-1B visas dominate for engineering and planning roles, while L-1 visas are common for international consulting firms with DC offices. TN visas work for Canadian and Mexican professionals in transportation engineering. O-1 visas occasionally apply for specialists in transit innovation or urban planning with exceptional qualifications.
How to find transportation visa sponsorship jobs in Washington DC?
Use Migrate Mate to search transportation roles specifically filtered for visa sponsorship in the DC area. Focus on federal contractors, Metro positions, and consulting firms working on regional transit projects. Many opportunities require navigating federal contracting requirements and security clearance considerations unique to the capital region.
Which cities in Washington DC have the most transportation sponsorship jobs?
Downtown DC concentrates federal agency and contractor positions, while Arlington and Alexandria host major transportation consulting offices. Bethesda and Silver Spring offer regional planning roles. The broader DMV area includes opportunities in Virginia and Maryland suburbs, particularly around Metro stations and federal facilities.
Do transportation jobs in Washington DC require security clearances for visa holders?
Many federal contractor positions require security clearances, which can be challenging for visa holders to obtain. However, numerous private sector roles in transit consulting, regional planning, and commercial logistics don't require clearances. Focus on WMATA, private consulting firms, and non-federal transportation projects for better accessibility.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored transportation jobs in Washington DC?
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.