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Construction administrators manage project documentation, contractor coordination, and site compliance on behalf of design teams. Employers sponsor this role under H-1B visa or TN visas, typically requiring a degree in architecture or construction management and demonstrated field experience. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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WSP is seeking a Mining Construction Contract Administrator to oversee and manage all contracts in support of a large mining EPCM project in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be from anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.
The full-time Construction Contract Administrator is responsible for all contract-related activities post award from kick-off to closeout for onsite construction, services, and equipment vendors on projects that may involve open pit and/or underground environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the contracts meet all regulatory and stakeholder requirements to deliver successful outcomes for the client.
Responsibilities
- Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions in collaboration with the client and the WSP procurement, construction management, and project controls teams.
- Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of field work instructions, amendments and contract change orders.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.
- Identify contractual risks and work with project, legal, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to mitigate them.
- Manage contract correspondence, records, claims, variations, and supporting documentation.
- Provide guidance to project team on contractual rights, responsibilities, processes, and escalation requirements.
- Coordinate with engineering and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
- Assist with commercial reporting, cost impacts, payment provisions, and contractual performance tracking.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of relevant procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated hands-on contract administration, documentation, and communication while onsite during a large-scale project with multiple vendors.
- Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiations, and industry standards and regulations, is required.
- Commitment to safety. MSHA certification is required.
- Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.
- Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
- Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.
ABOUT WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
INTRODUCTION
WSP is seeking a Mining Construction Contract Administrator to oversee and manage all contracts in support of a large mining EPCM project in our growing Earth & Environment team. This full-time onsite position can be from anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.
The full-time Construction Contract Administrator is responsible for all contract-related activities post award from kick-off to closeout for onsite construction, services, and equipment vendors on projects that may involve open pit and/or underground environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the contracts meet all regulatory and stakeholder requirements to deliver successful outcomes for the client.
Responsibilities
- Review, interpret, and administer contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions in collaboration with the client and the WSP procurement, construction management, and project controls teams.
- Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of field work instructions, amendments and contract change orders.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, notices, and deadlines.
- Identify contractual risks and work with project, legal, commercial, finance, and procurement teams to mitigate them.
- Manage contract correspondence, records, claims, variations, and supporting documentation.
- Provide guidance to project team on contractual rights, responsibilities, processes, and escalation requirements.
- Coordinate with engineering and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
- Assist with commercial reporting, cost impacts, payment provisions, and contractual performance tracking.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of relevant procurement and contract management experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated hands-on contract administration, documentation, and communication while onsite during a large-scale project with multiple vendors.
- Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, negotiations, and industry standards and regulations, is required.
- Commitment to safety. MSHA certification is required.
- Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.
- Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
- Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.
ABOUT WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Administrator
Target architecture and engineering firms first
Large AEC firms, Gensler, HOK, AECOM, have established H-1B sponsorship pipelines and hire construction administrators regularly. Smaller firms sponsor too, but their HR infrastructure for immigration is far less consistent.
Lead with your licensure and certifications
An ARE license, LEED accreditation, or CDT certification signals specialty occupation credibility to USCIS. Listing these prominently on your resume strengthens both your application and your employer's H-1B petition.
Understand how your degree field affects eligibility
Construction administration is a specialty occupation under H-1B when tied to a degree in architecture, civil engineering, or construction management. A general business degree alone is unlikely to support approval without significant supplemental documentation.
Canadian applicants should evaluate TN status seriously
Canadian citizens qualify for TN visas as architects or engineers without a lottery. If your degree is in architecture or engineering, TN is faster, cheaper, and has no annual cap, worth pursuing before committing to H-1B.
Get a written job description that emphasizes specialty duties
USCIS scrutinizes construction-adjacent roles carefully. Ask your employer to detail the theoretical and practical application of architectural or engineering knowledge in your offer letter, generic job descriptions increase RFE risk.
Document your international project experience clearly
If you supervised construction phases or administered contracts abroad, translate those credentials into U.S. equivalencies on your resume. Foreign licensure and project scale help employers justify sponsorship and support your petition narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is construction administrator a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS approves construction administrator H-1B visa petitions when the role demonstrably requires a bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, or construction management, not just any degree. Roles that blend general project coordination with design oversight tend to qualify; roles framed as field supervision without a clear degree requirement often receive RFEs or denials.
Which visa types do construction administrators typically use for U.S. work authorization?
H-1B is the most common route for non-Canadian, non-Australian applicants. Canadian citizens can qualify under TN status as architects or engineers, bypassing the lottery entirely. Australian citizens may use the E-3 visa. O-1A is an option for applicants with significant recognition, published work, major award credits, or leadership on landmark projects, though it's a higher bar.
Do I need a U.S. architecture license to get sponsored as a construction administrator?
No, a U.S. license isn't required for visa sponsorship, but it significantly strengthens your petition. USCIS looks for evidence that the role requires specialized knowledge, and licensure demonstrates that directly. Many firms will sponsor unlicensed candidates with a relevant degree and strong project experience, particularly if they're working toward licensure through the AXP program.
How do I find construction administrator jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, you can filter by visa type and find employers actively open to sponsoring international candidates for construction and design roles. General job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, which means a lot of wasted applications. Focusing your search on Migrate Mate saves time and surfaces opportunities from firms that have sponsored before.
Can I qualify for H-1B sponsorship with a construction management degree instead of architecture?
Yes. A bachelor's degree in construction management directly supports H-1B eligibility for construction administrator roles, provided the job description aligns with what that degree covers. USCIS may scrutinize it more than an architecture degree because construction management programs vary, but approval is well-established when the employer's offer letter clearly connects the required duties to the academic curriculum.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Construction Administrator 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.