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Turner Townsend INC

Senior Project Manager MEP

San Francisco, California, US Posted yesterday

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Sponsorship verdict

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  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 65 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Turner Townsend INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Associate Program Manager” (Project Management Specialists) in CA: $122k–$155k, median $138k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 65 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Turner Townsend INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
2 certified filings for “Associate Program Manager” (Project Management Specialists) in CA: $122k–$155k, median $138k. Most were filed at wage level II (50%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

About the role At Turner & Townsend , we deliver better outcomes for our clients, helping to realize ambitious projects and programs across the built environment. The Senior Project Manager, MEP is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) systems for large-scale and complex construction projects. Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, this role provides technical leadership and project management expertise to ensure MEP systems are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and operational performance. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven project leadership experience and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams throughout the full project lifecycle. What you´ll do • Lead MEP project delivery from design through construction, commissioning, and turnover. • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and stakeholder communications for MEP workstreams. • Serve as the primary client contact for MEP matters and provide strategic project guidance. • Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and commissioning agents to ensure seamless project execution. • Review and validate MEP designs, specifications, technical submittals, and construction documents. • Monitor construction progress and oversee MEP installation activities to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and performance requirements. • Lead MEP coordination meetings and facilitate resolution of technical and construction challenges. • Manage project controls activities including forecasting, budgeting, cost management, and schedule analysis. • Support procurement strategies, contractor selection, and contract administration activities. • Oversee testing, commissioning, startup, and handover processes to ensure operational readiness. • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project objectives. • Drive value engineering, constructability reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Prepare executive-level reports, project updates, and presentations for clients and senior leadership. • Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth and development of project management best practices. • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Services Engineering, or a related field. • 8+ years of experience managing MEP systems on large-scale commercial, healthcare, life sciences, industrial, mission-critical, or data center projects. • Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems infrastructure. • Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary project teams, consultants, contractors, and vendors. • Strong understanding of construction delivery methodologies, commissioning, project controls, and contract administration. • Ability to review construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical documentation. • Experience managing budgets, forecasts, schedules, risk registers, and project reporting. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent project management tools. • Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. • Professional certifications such as PMP, PE, CCM, LEED, or equivalent credentials are preferred. *SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.  *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*  Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to aff

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