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Construction Project Coordinator roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before you can start, and visa status is tied to that specific employer and project scope.
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LOCATION
Houston, Texas, United States
INTRODUCTION
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
YOUR IMPACT
As a Construction Project Coordinator, you’ll be an integral part of Jacobs’ organization in Houston, TX. This role plans and supports a variety of assignments related to project delivery and strategic growth of the group to position Jacobs for success. Working with other members of the team, you’ll perform a variety of activities, ranging from coordination and planning of ongoing construction activities, team communication and training, document management, support of strategic business initiatives such as proposals and presentations and provide construction field support.
During your time with Jacobs, you will engage with multi-location office staff and various engineering and support disciplines executing design projects to establish documentation databases, coordinate access, coordinate and support design efforts, author and/or coordinate technical reports and proposal development, independently lead the coordination of Houston, TX document control functions related to the construction effort at the site.
This candidate may be based in any U.S. location and assigned to team in Northeast Houston, TX.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
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Working closely with the Houston TX operations team to coordinate and perform writing, editing, and issuance on time of reports, deliverables, and proposals for a variety of project/construction execution efforts
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Working closely with the Houston, TX operations team to input accurate data for resource planning tools, operations planning, hiring, and management reporting to help coordinate the entire program during lifecycle of construction project
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Manage multiple tasks concurrently and engage with various team members/ stakeholders/ reviewers to facilitate work streams and documentation
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Coordinate geographically-dispersed teams
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Use a collaboration site to establish systems and tools for document control and implement document control plans that becomes standardized ways of execution engineering processes
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Establish standard process/policy locally, and perform quality reviews of overall communication and documentation processes on systems platform
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Provide direct contribution to the daily management of projects, project communication, deliverables, construction activities and overall ownership of the document control function.
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Prepare, process, and distribute project communications and information flow such as engineering deliverables, construction deliverables, reports, meeting minutes, submittals, requests for information (RFIs), field orders, clarifications, pay requests, change orders, etc.
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Manage documentation during design, construction, commissioning, and closeout phases of projects.
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Maintain files in hard-copy and electronic retention systems, as required.
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Ensure project organization and access are established in an efficient manner and participants are trained in application of program document control system.
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Prioritize own and others’ work to meet team deliverables
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Follow enterprise health and safety policies and procedures and escalates issues
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Here's what you'll need:
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BS/BA in business, journalism, English, or technical discipline, or relevant experience in the engineering, architecture, construction industry in lieu of degree
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4+ years of experience in the EPCM Construction Industry
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Attention to detail to complete tasks independently, quickly, and correctly the first time which meet requirements
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Ability to manage competing priorities, between strategic initiatives with longer due dates and tactical execution of tasks on urgent and immediate timelines
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Advanced editing and proofreading skills, with an eye towards client messaging, themes, aesthetics, quality, and content
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Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail and quality
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ideally, you’ll also have:
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Passion for continuous improvement and correcting system inefficiencies and waste with ability to resolve obstacles through long term focus on resolution and continuous improvement
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Ability to work effectively within complex business systems
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Technical writing skills obtained through some combination of education (BA or BS) or experience working in an engineering and construction organization; ability to quickly implement company guidelines on assigned documents and establish appropriate project information through advanced editing and proofreading skills, with an eye towards client messaging, themes, aesthetics, quality, and content
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Proficiency in multiple document management platforms such as EIDA, Primavera Unifier, etc.
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Understanding of scheduling and planning fundamentals as it relates to construction
COMPENSATION
- Posted Salary Range: Minimum $82,900.00
- Posted Salary Range: Upper $140,000.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $82,900.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 03, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Project Coordinator
Match your degree to the role description
H-1B eligibility depends on a direct connection between your degree field and the coordinator role. A civil engineering or construction management degree is the clearest fit. A general business degree rarely satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for this title.
Pull OFLC Wage Search before salary talks
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Look up the certified wage for Construction Project Coordinator in your metro area using OFLC Wage Search so you can spot underpayment before you sign anything.
Target general contractors over specialty subcontractors
General contractors running multi-year commercial or infrastructure builds have ongoing coordinator headcount and more predictable H-1B filing cycles. Specialty subcontractors often hire for single projects, making it harder for them to justify a permanent or long-term sponsorship commitment to USCIS.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate before applying
Use Migrate Mate to browse verified H-1B LCA filings for Construction Project Coordinator roles by city, so you spend your applications on employers who have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor rather than guessing from job postings.
Clarify project scope before the offer stage
H-1B status is tied to your employer and work location. If your role moves between job sites across state lines, your employer may need amended petitions with USCIS for each new worksite. Confirm how they handle multi-site assignments before you accept.
Prepare a PERM-ready credential package early
If your employer plans to sponsor a green card, PERM labor certification requires documented proof that no qualified U.S. worker was available. Compile your degree transcripts, credential evaluations, and employment records now so the PERM filing doesn't stall on missing documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Project Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as construction management or civil engineering. Generic coordinator titles that accept any degree or rely primarily on on-the-job experience often face Requests for Evidence. A well-drafted job description that ties duties to degree-specific knowledge significantly strengthens the petition.
Which visa types are available for foreign nationals in this role?
H-1B is the most common path, covering construction management and engineering degree holders in coordinating roles. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role fits a qualifying USMCA profession such as engineer. F-1 OPT or STEM OPT can bridge you into full sponsorship if your degree field qualifies. Each visa requires the employer to take specific filing steps, so the right choice depends on your nationality and degree.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor visas for this role?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for construction coordinator roles, searchable by city and project type. That's the most direct way to focus your applications on companies already familiar with the sponsorship process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Does my overseas construction management degree count toward H-1B eligibility?
Foreign degrees are generally accepted by USCIS if they are equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A credential evaluation from a recognized organization establishes that equivalency for the petition. A three-year degree from Australia, the UK, or Canada often qualifies, but the evaluator's report needs to explicitly state U.S. bachelor's equivalency to hold up under scrutiny.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer's construction project ends early?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not to a specific project. If the project ends but your employer keeps you on payroll in a qualifying role, your status remains valid. If your employment is terminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change status, or depart. Starting a new H-1B with another employer before that window closes protects your authorization.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Construction Project Coordinator 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.