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Architectural Project Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a bachelor's degree in architecture or a closely related field. Employers in this sector routinely file Labor Condition Applications with DOL, and many sponsor green cards through PERM for experienced candidates managing complex construction projects.
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MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Senior Architectural Project Manager to join our New York, NY Office in our Client Programs Market to serve as a Program Lead with one of our largest clients!
You will be working in our Client Programs (CP) Market, where you will have the unique opportunity to work on global and national building programs with a focus on project and client leadership through all phases of design and delivery.
Our new Senior Project Manager, Program Services will lead the strategic definition, scoping, standards creation, and reporting for one of our largest mission critical client’s program, master plans and multi-project portfolio. Managers at this level will primarily focus on complex program types and/or oversee multiple streams of work for a single client. They are responsible for managing the overall performance of the entire program team and are responsible for the financial success of all associated program services work. Additionally, individuals in this role are expected to foster strong client relationships, actively participate in training and mentoring of their teams or program partners and contribute their expertise to various cross-market collaborations and firm-wide strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead client and project teams through various programs, standard creation and client reporting. Primary focus is on adherence to the contract, proper allocation of internal and external resources, ensuring project profitability, maintaining consistent quality standards for all project deliverables, accurate and timely reporting and proactive communication.
- Translates a client's broader business or programmatic goals into concrete spatial requirements, design standards and conceptual planning.
- Acts as the primary bridge between the client, user groups, design teams, engineering consultants, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure required contracts are in place prior to beginning execution of contract deliverables; review billing procedures and any client specific contract management requirements.
- Create and review all milestone-based project schedules and staffing workplans; ensure alignment with all contractual obligations and provide training and support to Project Managers as required.
- Create, oversee and review completion of detailed Program and Project Charters for all project teams or client programs.
- Oversee the development of project proposals and RFP responses as requested by Studio Leads or Account Managers or Principal-in-Charge.
- Continuously monitor project financial status and complete intermediate financial reviews with all Project Managers; communicate any risks and issues to studio and account leadership.
- Review weekly project updates issued by Project Managers. Identify any potential risks in the work and lead collaborative efforts to establish risk mitigation strategies as required.
- Leading or participating in all internal and external project team meetings.
- Actively oversee all Quality Control procedures including review of all externally distributed project deliverables.
- Ensure project execution remains in alignment with contractual obligations and assist with any risk mitigation required throughout program activities.
- Ensure project-close out procedures are completed following substantial completion in conformance with client contract.
- Oversee consistent adoption of all Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Continuously manage the performance of team members; provide accurate and relevant feedback as needed.
- Performs monthly 1:1 check-ins with all direct reports (People Managers Only).
- Conducts mid-year check-ins and year end performance reviews for all direct reports (People Managers Only).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field.
- 12+ years of experience in a professional architecture, engineering, planning or design firm.
- Certification as a licensed professional preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams through all phases of milestone-based project delivery; experience with a variety of project typologies is preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of the design, documentation, and construction processes, including entitlements, permitting requirements, and project sequencing.
- Experience with staffing management and allocation of internal resources.
- Detailed understanding of business operations and project financial management.
- Familiarity with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated expertise utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Ability to balance strategic initiatives with billable work.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION:
- Compensation: $123,000 to $145,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
WHAT WE OFFER:
At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!
MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:
- Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
- Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
- Learning & Career Development opportunities.
- Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
- Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.
Overview:
MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Senior Architectural Project Manager to join our New York, NY Office in our Client Programs Market to serve as a Program Lead with one of our largest clients!
You will be working in our Client Programs (CP) Market, where you will have the unique opportunity to work on global and national building programs with a focus on project and client leadership through all phases of design and delivery.
Our new Senior Project Manager, Program Services will lead the strategic definition, scoping, standards creation, and reporting for one of our largest mission critical client’s program, master plans and multi-project portfolio. Managers at this level will primarily focus on complex program types and/or oversee multiple streams of work for a single client. They are responsible for managing the overall performance of the entire program team and are responsible for the financial success of all associated program services work. Additionally, individuals in this role are expected to foster strong client relationships, actively participate in training and mentoring of their teams or program partners and contribute their expertise to various cross-market collaborations and firm-wide strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead client and project teams through various programs, standard creation and client reporting. Primary focus is on adherence to the contract, proper allocation of internal and external resources, ensuring project profitability, maintaining consistent quality standards for all project deliverables, accurate and timely reporting and proactive communication.
- Translates a client's broader business or programmatic goals into concrete spatial requirements, design standards and conceptual planning.
- Acts as the primary bridge between the client, user groups, design teams, engineering consultants, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure required contracts are in place prior to beginning execution of contract deliverables; review billing procedures and any client specific contract management requirements.
- Create and review all milestone-based project schedules and staffing workplans; ensure alignment with all contractual obligations and provide training and support to Project Managers as required.
- Create, oversee and review completion of detailed Program and Project Charters for all project teams or client programs.
- Oversee the development of project proposals and RFP responses as requested by Studio Leads or Account Managers or Principal-in-Charge.
- Continuously monitor project financial status and complete intermediate financial reviews with all Project Managers; communicate any risks and issues to studio and account leadership.
- Review weekly project updates issued by Project Managers. Identify any potential risks in the work and lead collaborative efforts to establish risk mitigation strategies as required.
- Leading or participating in all internal and external project team meetings.
- Actively oversee all Quality Control procedures including review of all externally distributed project deliverables.
- Ensure project execution remains in alignment with contractual obligations and assist with any risk mitigation required throughout program activities.
- Ensure project-close out procedures are completed following substantial completion in conformance with client contract.
- Oversee consistent adoption of all Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Continuously manage the performance of team members; provide accurate and relevant feedback as needed.
- Performs monthly 1:1 check-ins with all direct reports (People Managers Only).
- Conducts mid-year check-ins and year end performance reviews for all direct reports (People Managers Only).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field.
- 12+ years of experience in a professional architecture, engineering, planning or design firm.
- Certification as a licensed professional preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams through all phases of milestone-based project delivery; experience with a variety of project typologies is preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of the design, documentation, and construction processes, including entitlements, permitting requirements, and project sequencing.
- Experience with staffing management and allocation of internal resources.
- Detailed understanding of business operations and project financial management.
- Familiarity with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated expertise utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Ability to balance strategic initiatives with billable work.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION:
- Compensation: $123,000 to $145,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
WHAT WE OFFER:
At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!
MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:
- Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
- Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
- Learning & Career Development opportunities.
- Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
- Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Architectural Project Manager
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Your architecture degree must directly relate to project management responsibilities, not just construction broadly. Pull the O*NET profile for Architectural Managers to map your coursework and licensure history to the specialty occupation definition USCIS uses during adjudication.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Large architecture and engineering firms like AECOM, HOK, and Gensler file LCAs regularly for project management roles. Use OFLC public disclosure data to confirm a firm has certified positions at your experience level before investing time in their application process.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Architectural Project Managers typically fall into wage levels II or III depending on supervisory scope. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area and job zone before negotiations so you can flag a below-tier offer before the LCA is filed.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate's job board to browse architecture and construction management roles posted by employers with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history, filtered to your target city and seniority level, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness.
Ask explicitly about PERM green card timelines
Many architecture firms sponsor EB-2 or EB-3 green cards for project managers after two or more years on staff. During the offer stage, ask whether PERM labor certification is a standard benefit and what the typical sponsorship timeline looks like at that firm.
Prepare your project portfolio for RFE defense
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence questioning whether a project manager role requires a specialized degree rather than general management experience. Document specific projects where architecture or engineering knowledge, not just coordination skills, drove your decisions and outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Architectural Project Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, as long as the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in architecture, civil engineering, or a directly related field. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree for the management component, regardless of field, are more vulnerable to USCIS challenges. The job description should tie architectural judgment to core daily duties, not just oversight of contractors or timelines.
What degree do I need to sponsor an H-1B as an Architectural Project Manager?
USCIS expects a bachelor's degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or a closely related discipline. A degree in general business or construction management may not satisfy the specialty occupation threshold on its own. If your degree is in a related but adjacent field, your employer's attorney will need to show a clear connection between the degree content and the specific technical requirements of the role.
Do I need an architecture license to get H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Licensure is not a USCIS requirement for H-1B eligibility, but it strengthens the specialty occupation argument considerably. If the role involves signing off on drawings, managing permitted work, or carrying professional liability, holding or pursuing NCARB licensure signals to USCIS that the position is genuinely specialized. Firms in jurisdictions that require a licensed architect of record are more likely to insist on it.
Which visa types can an Architectural Project Manager use to work in the United States?
H-1B is the most common path for employer-sponsored full-time roles, with an annual cap and lottery. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role fits the USMCA architect or engineer category. F-1 OPT or STEM OPT can bridge the gap while seeking sponsorship. For long-term stability, EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is an option many architecture firms offer to tenured project managers.
Where can I find Architectural Project Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Architectural Project Manager roles from employers with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history, so you can browse by city and seniority without having to cold-screen firms for sponsorship willingness. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations only after reaching the offer stage.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Architectural Project Manager jobs?
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.