Project Support Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Project Support Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, project management, or information systems. Many employers in consulting, construction, and tech sponsor these roles, and the H-1B lottery runs annually with an 85,000-slot cap.
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SuYash Consulting, LLC (SuYash) has an opening for a detail-oriented Project Support Specialist to support our Columbia office. Strong oral and written communication skills are important, as are great computer skills, accuracy and attention to detail, good people skills, ability to work within a team environment and effectively able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. This position will provide the opportunity to support our Principal and project managers/engineers with project account set-up, financial reporting support, progress reports, invoices, site notifications, as well as general administration. The ideal candidate will have a great personality to get along with an already great team! This position may occasionally require overtime.
Responsibilities
Financial Coordination Responsibilities:
- Project contract setup and contract verification.
- Processing subconsultant agreements and invoices.
- Collections and tracking outstanding invoices.
- Completing manual project invoices using excel for select Clients.
- Preparing project close out letters.
- Routinely prepare and distribute financial reports (standardized, monthly, quarterly, and as needed).
- Assist with day-to-day financial management of assigned projects.
- Meeting coordination (schedule food and beverage services, set up virtual/in-person meetings, send reminders) & processing Meeting notes.
- Handle sensitive information with complete discretion.
- Point of contact with Building Management and responsible for coordination with various contractors.
- Assist with file and archive both electronic and hard copy project-related documents.
- Track department’s leads using internal lead tracking software for proposals and change orders.
- Coordination of mailing letters and site/hearing notices.
- Assist with tracking office supplies and placing orders.
- Other administrative duties as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of relevant experience required.
- Preference will be given to those with previous administrative experience in the A/E (Architectural/Engineering) industry.
- Bachelors level Business education preferred, with a high school diploma or equivalent required.
- Proven history of maintaining financial and technical data.
- Knowledge of business contracts and invoice processing.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, knowledge of financial database systems, and the use and application of business tools and workflows.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, with excellent organizational skills.
- Self-starter, with demonstrated ability to translate direction, feedback, and strategy into actionable results.
- Strong collaboration skills with employees at all levels and from various parts of an organization.
- Ability to interpret data and identify issues based on trends.
- Willing to learn new things.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education
- Associate (Required)
WORK LOCATION
Work Location: In person
INTRODUCTION
SuYash Consulting, LLC (SuYash) has an opening for a detail-oriented Project Support Specialist to support our Columbia office. Strong oral and written communication skills are important, as are great computer skills, accuracy and attention to detail, good people skills, ability to work within a team environment and effectively able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. This position will provide the opportunity to support our Principal and project managers/engineers with project account set-up, financial reporting support, progress reports, invoices, site notifications, as well as general administration. The ideal candidate will have a great personality to get along with an already great team! This position may occasionally require overtime.
Responsibilities
Financial Coordination Responsibilities:
- Project contract setup and contract verification.
- Processing subconsultant agreements and invoices.
- Collections and tracking outstanding invoices.
- Completing manual project invoices using excel for select Clients.
- Preparing project close out letters.
- Routinely prepare and distribute financial reports (standardized, monthly, quarterly, and as needed).
- Assist with day-to-day financial management of assigned projects.
- Meeting coordination (schedule food and beverage services, set up virtual/in-person meetings, send reminders) & processing Meeting notes.
- Handle sensitive information with complete discretion.
- Point of contact with Building Management and responsible for coordination with various contractors.
- Assist with file and archive both electronic and hard copy project-related documents.
- Track department’s leads using internal lead tracking software for proposals and change orders.
- Coordination of mailing letters and site/hearing notices.
- Assist with tracking office supplies and placing orders.
- Other administrative duties as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of relevant experience required.
- Preference will be given to those with previous administrative experience in the A/E (Architectural/Engineering) industry.
- Bachelors level Business education preferred, with a high school diploma or equivalent required.
- Proven history of maintaining financial and technical data.
- Knowledge of business contracts and invoice processing.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, knowledge of financial database systems, and the use and application of business tools and workflows.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, with excellent organizational skills.
- Self-starter, with demonstrated ability to translate direction, feedback, and strategy into actionable results.
- Strong collaboration skills with employees at all levels and from various parts of an organization.
- Ability to interpret data and identify issues based on trends.
- Willing to learn new things.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education
- Associate (Required)
WORK LOCATION
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Project Support Specialist
Frame your degree as directly related
Employers filing an H-1B for a Project Support Specialist must demonstrate specialty occupation. Pull your transcripts and map coursework in business administration, information systems, or operations management directly to the job description before your first interview.
Target employers with PERM history
Search OFLC public disclosure data to find companies that have previously certified Project Support or Project Coordinator roles through PERM. Firms that have done it before know the process and are far more likely to sponsor again than those that haven't.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Filter for Project Support Specialist roles on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history. This saves you from applying to companies that post open roles but have never actually filed for a work visa.
Get your PMP credential before the offer
Project Management Professional certification strengthens the specialty occupation argument by tying your qualifications to a recognized professional standard. Employers filing an LCA with DOL benefit from a credential that signals the role isn't entry-level and genuinely requires specialized training.
Negotiate who covers the LCA filing cost
The employer must pay DOL-required fees for the Labor Condition Application and cannot pass them to you. During offer negotiation, clarify in writing that your employer will cover all H-1B petition costs, since USCIS rules prohibit shifting mandatory fees to the worker.
Align your start date with the H-1B cap timeline
H-1B cap petitions are filed in April and, if selected, authorize work starting October 1. When you receive an offer, confirm your employer understands this window and can hold the role, or explore whether the company qualifies as cap-exempt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Support Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. If the job description requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business administration, information systems, or project management, it can qualify. Generic support roles that accept any degree or no degree at all are frequently challenged by USCIS. A well-drafted job description that ties duties to a particular field of study is essential.
Which visa types are realistic for a Project Support Specialist seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path if you hold a qualifying bachelor's degree. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has a 10,500 annual cap and no lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role maps to an eligible USMCA profession. Each visa requires a U.S. job offer before you apply, and the employer handles the Labor Condition Application with DOL.
How do I find Project Support Specialist jobs that actually offer visa sponsorship?
Browse Project Support Specialist roles on Migrate Mate, which only surfaces employers with verified sponsorship history. This avoids the common frustration of applying to companies that list open positions but have never filed an LCA or petitioned USCIS for a work visa.
Can an employer use my OPT while filing an H-1B petition for a Project Support Specialist role?
Yes. If you're on F-1 OPT, your employer can hire you now and file an H-1B cap petition during the annual registration window. If selected, your status transitions on October 1. The cap-gap rule protects your work authorization between OPT expiration and that October 1 start date, provided your employer filed on time.
What degree does a Project Support Specialist need for an employer to sponsor an H-1B?
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, not just any degree. Business administration, project management, information systems, and operations management are the most defensible majors. A degree in an unrelated field, even with years of project experience, can trigger a Request for Evidence challenging whether the role truly qualifies as a specialty occupation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Project Support Specialist 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.