Business Developer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Business Developer roles attract H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers across tech, SaaS, and consulting regularly sponsor candidates, though framing the role as a specialty occupation is key to approval. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Rocklin, CA, United States
Date Posted: May 1, 2026
Req number: JR13875
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Pay Range:
$75,000-90,000/yr
The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
Job Summary
The Landscape Maintenance Installation Business Developer is responsible for driving new business growth by identifying, pursuing, and securing contracts for small scale landscape construction services and installation projects. This role requires a strong balance of sales expertise, industry knowledge, and relationship management to expand the client base, increase revenue, and ensure long-term customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development & Sales:
- Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and cold outreach.
- Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of opportunities for installation projects outside the Maintenance book of business.
- Develop customized proposals and sales presentations that address client needs and highlight company value.
- Negotiate and close contracts in alignment with company pricing standards and profitability goals.
Client Relationship Management:
- Build strong, long-term relationships with property managers, developers, general contractors, and decision-makers.
- Work with Client and BV Team to transition final installation to a long-term Maintenance Partner.
- Serve as the primary point of contact during the sales cycle and ensure a smooth transition to operations teams post-sale.
- Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction, identify upsell opportunities, and drive retention.
Market Awareness & Industry Engagement:
- Stay informed on local market conditions, competitor activity, and industry trends to identify new opportunities.
- Represent the company at trade associations, networking events, and community engagements.
- Leverage market intelligence to position the company as a preferred partner for landscaping installation solutions.
Collaboration & Reporting:
- Partner with estimating, operations, and project management teams to ensure accurate proposals and service delivery.
- Review large scale ($1M or greater) jobs with senior leadership (SVP) and collaborate with Branch Manager and Enhancement Manager on all opportunities up to ($1M).
- Work with branch and senior leadership to set annual sales goals, budgets, and strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline development, and results using CRM systems.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
- 3-5 years of proven success in B2B sales preferably in landscaping, construction, property management, facility management, or related service industries.
- Knowledge of landscape maintenance and installation practices, horticulture, and project management fundamentals.
- Strong sales, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable working independently.
- Proficiency with CRM tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and sales reporting.
Physical Demands/Requirements:
- Regular local travel to client sites, industry events, and networking opportunities.
- Office-based activities including proposal development, client follow-up, and team collaboration.
- Ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of walking, standing, and kneeling.
- Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Work Environment:
- Works in an indoor office and outdoors during construction site walks or project evaluations.
- Requires occasional evening and/or weekend networking events or meetings.
BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Compensation Pay Range:
$75,000-90,000/yr
BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.
Location: Rocklin, CA, United States
Date Posted: May 1, 2026
Req number: JR13875
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Pay Range:
$75,000-90,000/yr
The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
Job Summary
The Landscape Maintenance Installation Business Developer is responsible for driving new business growth by identifying, pursuing, and securing contracts for small scale landscape construction services and installation projects. This role requires a strong balance of sales expertise, industry knowledge, and relationship management to expand the client base, increase revenue, and ensure long-term customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development & Sales:
- Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and cold outreach.
- Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of opportunities for installation projects outside the Maintenance book of business.
- Develop customized proposals and sales presentations that address client needs and highlight company value.
- Negotiate and close contracts in alignment with company pricing standards and profitability goals.
Client Relationship Management:
- Build strong, long-term relationships with property managers, developers, general contractors, and decision-makers.
- Work with Client and BV Team to transition final installation to a long-term Maintenance Partner.
- Serve as the primary point of contact during the sales cycle and ensure a smooth transition to operations teams post-sale.
- Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction, identify upsell opportunities, and drive retention.
Market Awareness & Industry Engagement:
- Stay informed on local market conditions, competitor activity, and industry trends to identify new opportunities.
- Represent the company at trade associations, networking events, and community engagements.
- Leverage market intelligence to position the company as a preferred partner for landscaping installation solutions.
Collaboration & Reporting:
- Partner with estimating, operations, and project management teams to ensure accurate proposals and service delivery.
- Review large scale ($1M or greater) jobs with senior leadership (SVP) and collaborate with Branch Manager and Enhancement Manager on all opportunities up to ($1M).
- Work with branch and senior leadership to set annual sales goals, budgets, and strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline development, and results using CRM systems.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
- 3-5 years of proven success in B2B sales preferably in landscaping, construction, property management, facility management, or related service industries.
- Knowledge of landscape maintenance and installation practices, horticulture, and project management fundamentals.
- Strong sales, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable working independently.
- Proficiency with CRM tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and sales reporting.
Physical Demands/Requirements:
- Regular local travel to client sites, industry events, and networking opportunities.
- Office-based activities including proposal development, client follow-up, and team collaboration.
- Ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of walking, standing, and kneeling.
- Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Work Environment:
- Works in an indoor office and outdoors during construction site walks or project evaluations.
- Requires occasional evening and/or weekend networking events or meetings.
BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Compensation Pay Range:
$75,000-90,000/yr
BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Business Developer
Tie your degree directly to the role
USCIS requires a specific educational background for specialty occupation approval. A business, marketing, or economics degree strengthens your case. If your degree is in an unrelated field, supporting documentation from your employer explaining the connection becomes essential.
Target companies with H-1B filing history
Not every employer understands visa sponsorship. Focus on mid-size and enterprise companies in tech, consulting, and SaaS that have filed H-1B petitions before. These employers already have immigration counsel and established processes, making approval faster and less uncertain.
Clarify the role's specialty occupation status early
Business Developer titles can be vague. Ask hiring managers whether the role requires a specific degree field. Roles centered on technical sales, market analysis, or strategic partnerships are more defensible as specialty occupations than generalist business development positions.
Ask about E-3 if you hold Australian citizenship
Australian citizens can bypass the H-1B lottery entirely using the E-3 visa. It requires the same specialty occupation standard but has no cap pressure and can be issued at consulates in Australia within weeks of receiving a job offer and certified LCA.
Get the job description right before the petition is filed
The job description your employer submits with the LCA and H-1B petition is a legal document. It should list specific duties tied to your degree field, not generic responsibilities. Vague descriptions are a common reason USCIS sends Requests for Evidence on business roles.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles built for visa sponsorship
Most job listings don't mention visa sponsorship until late in the process. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers willing to sponsor, saving you the time of applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table in the first place.
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Find Business Developer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can Business Developer roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires Business Developer positions to qualify as specialty occupations, meaning the job must normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like business, marketing, or economics. Roles framed around strategic analysis, enterprise sales, or market development are more defensible than generalist titles. Employers often need to document why a degree is essential to the position.
What degree do I need for a sponsored Business Developer role?
Most employers and USCIS expect a bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, economics, or a closely related field. Some technical business development roles in software or engineering may also accept degrees in computer science or a relevant STEM field. If your degree is in an unrelated area, your employer's attorney may need to build a case using your work experience and the specific demands of the role.
How common is visa sponsorship for Business Developer positions?
Sponsorship is available but less automatic than in engineering or data science roles. Companies in SaaS, enterprise tech, consulting, and financial services are the most active sponsors for this title. The H-1B approval rate for business-related occupations is lower than for STEM roles because establishing specialty occupation status requires more documentation. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers who have already committed to sponsoring this role type.
What is the biggest risk of H-1B denial for a Business Developer?
The most common denial reason is USCIS determining the role does not meet the specialty occupation standard. This happens when job descriptions are too broad, use language like 'bachelor's degree preferred' rather than 'required,' or when the duties could be performed by someone without a specific degree. Employers with experienced immigration attorneys who write targeted job descriptions and provide supporting evidence significantly reduce this risk.
Can I switch employers on an H-1B as a Business Developer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, provided you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file the petition before your current status expires. Each new role still needs to qualify as a specialty occupation, so the job description matters just as much the second time around.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Business Developer 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.
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