Construction talent, ready from day one.

Experienced professionals already working in the U.S., and vetted candidates from Chile through a fast, reliable visa pathway. One point of contact, two talent pools.

Two construction professionals in BridgeBuild Talent hard hats shaking hands on a jobsite

Connecting great work with great people.

We connect construction companies with skilled professionals ready to perform from day one.

Every candidate is screened for real project experience, not keyword matches, by a team built on decades in the field, from Project Manager down to boots on the ground. When it's time to bring on Chilean talent, we handle the immigration process end-to-end with our partner immigration attorney, so your team stays focused on the project.

Disciplines we staff

Sourced locally in the U.S. and from our vetted Chilean professional network.

Project Managers

Full project lifecycle leadership, owner and sub coordination.

Superintendents

Field leadership, schedule, safety and crew management.

Project Engineers

Layout, QA/QC, RFIs, submittals and daily field support.

BIM Professionals

Coordination models, clash detection, constructability.

Electricians

Journeyman and field-ready electricians, U.S. and Chile-sourced.

Safety Managers

Jobsite safety programs, compliance, and incident prevention.

Why partner with BridgeBuild Talent

Vetted, not just resumes

Every candidate is screened for real project experience, not keyword matches.

Two talent pools, one contact

Local U.S. hires and Chile-sourced professionals through a single point of coordination.

Built for speed

We understand project timelines and move quickly to meet urgent staffing needs.

Immigration handled end-to-end

How the H-1B1 visa works

Our partner immigration attorney reviews each candidate's eligibility, prepares and files the visa petition, and coordinates sponsorship directly with the employer of record. You interview and select the candidate. We manage the paperwork, timeline, and communication with the attorney so your team stays focused on the project.

Hiring?

Tell us the roles, locations, and timeline for your project.

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Professionals in the U.S. and Chile: send us your resume.

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Who we are

BridgeBuild Talent connects construction companies with skilled professionals ready to perform from day one. We source talent through two channels: experienced professionals already working in the U.S., and vetted candidates from Chile brought in through a fast, reliable H-1B1 visa pathway. One point of contact, two talent pools, built by people who have worked the field themselves.

Illustration of a copper bridge connecting the U.S. talent pool and the Chile talent pool over a construction site

Dual-country sourcing

Local U.S. talent plus a vetted Chilean professional network.

Built on real experience

20+ years in construction, from the field to Project Manager.

Core values

Integrity

We do what we say, building trust through consistency and accountability.

Quality

We don't send resumes. We deliver professionals ready to perform from day one.

Execution

We understand project demands and move quickly to meet hiring needs.

Partnership

We build long-term relationships with both clients and candidates.

Our process

From first call to a candidate on your jobsite.

1

Discovery call

We learn your project, roles needed, timeline and requirements.

2

Sourcing and vetting

We tap local and Chilean networks to shortlist qualified candidates.

3

Interview and selection

You interview and select from a vetted shortlist, not a resume pile.

4

Onboarding and visa support

We manage paperwork, immigration counsel, and start-date logistics.

Next steps

A simple path to getting your crews staffed.

1

Share your need

Tell us the roles, locations, and timeline for your project.

2

We identify candidates

We shortlist qualified professionals from both talent pools.

3

Measure results

You evaluate fit and performance, we refine and keep delivering.

The H-1B1 advantage.

A fast, reliable visa pathway that gives you access to skilled Chilean construction professionals without the delays of more common visa categories.

A Chilean construction professional holding his passport and a hard hat on a U.S. jobsite, with the Chilean and U.S. flags behind him

A retention advantage for employers

Turnover is one of the most expensive problems in U.S. construction. Good people get recruited away mid-project, and a two-week notice can leave a job without its PM or superintendent. H-1B1 professionals come to the U.S. to work for your company specifically, and that changes the dynamic.

Tied to your sponsorship

H-1B1 status is linked to the sponsoring employer. Changing jobs requires another company to sponsor and file a new petition, so a move is a deliberate process, not a sudden exit.

Stable through the project

A recruiter's phone call alone won't pull your hire onto another job next week. You get continuity through the critical phases of your project instead of scrambling to backfill.

Committed from day one

These professionals relocate for the opportunity your company offers. That investment on both sides, backed by our onboarding support, builds loyalty that lasts beyond a single project.

Exclusive pathway

Available specifically for Chilean professionals under the U.S.-Chile trade agreement.

Fast processing

Typical turnaround of 3-4 weeks from filing.

Cost-effective

A more streamlined and affordable process than many alternative visa routes.

Renewable annually

No fixed lifetime limit, supporting long-term placements.

H-1B vs. H-1B1

Why Chilean professionals are easier to bring on.

Standard H-1BH-1B1 (Chile)
LotteryYes, annual registration lotteryNo lottery
When you can fileTied to the yearly cycleAny time of year
Who qualifiesAny nationalityChilean citizens
RenewalLimited total stayRenewable annually
Changing employersCan often start with a new employer once a new petition is filedNew employer must sponsor and file before any move

Eligibility is reviewed case by case by our partner immigration attorney. H-1B1 roles generally require a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.

Immigration handled end-to-end

Our partner immigration attorney reviews each candidate's eligibility, prepares and files the visa petition, and coordinates sponsorship directly with the employer of record. You interview and select the candidate. We manage the paperwork, timeline, and communication with the attorney.

Build your career in U.S. construction.

We place project managers, superintendents, project engineers, BIM professionals, electricians, and safety managers with U.S. general contractors. Whether you're already working in the U.S. or building your career in Chile, we match you with projects that fit your experience.

How it works

1

Send your resume

Fill out the short form below and upload your resume.

2

Screening call

Talk with someone who has worked in the field, not a keyword filter.

3

Employer interview

We present you to U.S. general contractors that fit your experience.

4

Offer and onboarding

We support you to your first day, including the visa process for Chilean candidates.

Professionals in the U.S.

Already working in U.S. construction? Tell us about your experience and the kind of project you want next.

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Professionals in Chile

Under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement, Chilean professionals can work in the United States on the H-1B1 visa. We connect you with U.S. general contractors and coordinate the visa process with our partner immigration attorney, at no cost to you.

Requirements: a university degree (or equivalent) related to the role, proven project or field experience, and the ability to speak, read, and write English at a professional level.

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Our team

Built by people who understand construction, talent, and cross-border hiring firsthand.

Erica Work

Erica Work

Founder

Former English professor in Chile, where she trained Chilean Navy officers for international programs like RIMPAC. BA in Intercultural and Multicultural Studies (Biola University) and an MBA, with experience supporting students across multiple universities.

Juan Gonzalez

Juan Gonzalez

Co-Founder, Director of Talent Acquisition

Chilean and U.S. citizen with 20+ years of construction experience (7 in Chile, 13+ in the U.S.) across Bechtel, BNBuilders, Clayco, PENTA, Posco E&C, and Caddell. Started in the field and worked his way up to Project Manager, experience that shapes how BridgeBuild Talent vets and places every candidate.

Darwin Silva

Darwin Silva

Talent Acquisition Manager

Years of experience recruiting and evaluating high-level talent. MEd from Grand Canyon University and a Bachelor's in Intercultural Studies from John Brown University.

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