H-1B Dismissed — Construction Management (2020): did not establish the proffered position of 'cost engineer'

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'cost engineer' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook for 'Cost Estimators' indicates that individuals may qualify for the position through extensive work experience without a bachelor's degree. Therefore, the petitioner did not demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for entry into the position.

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