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Sundt Construction hires OPT students across engineering, project management, and construction operations roles. Known for structured internship pipelines and a track record of converting OPT hires to full-time employees, Sundt is a meaningful option for F-1 students targeting construction and infrastructure careers in the U.S.
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The procurement manager is responsible for managing all aspects of project procurement including plan development, day to day management and successful plan execution.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Ensures prime contract requirements and Sundt's standards are applied and incorporated into subcontracts, purchase order agreements, etc.
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Maintains effective, collaborative relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, preconstruction teams, project management teams and prequalification departments.
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May be responsible for staff management and development including, but not limited to, individual development plans, performance reviews and goal setting.
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Partners with Sundt's legal counsel to draft subcontracts and purchase orders.
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Responsible for effective client interaction and communication including leading weekly procurement status meetings.
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Supports estimating team in bid efforts, identifying potential bidders, evaluating bids, assembling competitive bid packages, drafting subcontracts, purchase order agreements, and other forms of contracts, including change orders.
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Supports on site procurement activities and ensures on-time material delivery by effectively working with all necessary parties (subcontractors, suppliers, project team staff, etc.).
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
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3+ years' project procurement plan development, management and execution experience.
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3+ years' proven experience building and maintaining effective, collaborative relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, preconstruction teams, project management teams and prequalification departments.
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Four-year degree in business, finance, supply management or engineering with related experience.
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Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
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May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
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May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
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May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
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Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
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Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
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Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
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Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
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Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
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Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
SAFETY LEVEL
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
JOB SUMMARY
The procurement manager is responsible for managing all aspects of project procurement including plan development, day to day management and successful plan execution.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Ensures prime contract requirements and Sundt's standards are applied and incorporated into subcontracts, purchase order agreements, etc.
-
Maintains effective, collaborative relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, preconstruction teams, project management teams and prequalification departments.
-
May be responsible for staff management and development including, but not limited to, individual development plans, performance reviews and goal setting.
-
Partners with Sundt's legal counsel to draft subcontracts and purchase orders.
-
Responsible for effective client interaction and communication including leading weekly procurement status meetings.
-
Supports estimating team in bid efforts, identifying potential bidders, evaluating bids, assembling competitive bid packages, drafting subcontracts, purchase order agreements, and other forms of contracts, including change orders.
-
Supports on site procurement activities and ensures on-time material delivery by effectively working with all necessary parties (subcontractors, suppliers, project team staff, etc.).
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
-
3+ years' project procurement plan development, management and execution experience.
-
3+ years' proven experience building and maintaining effective, collaborative relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, preconstruction teams, project management teams and prequalification departments.
-
Four-year degree in business, finance, supply management or engineering with related experience.
-
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
-
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
-
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
-
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
-
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
-
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
-
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
-
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
-
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
-
Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
-
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
SAFETY LEVEL
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
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Target Sundt's internship pipeline first
Sundt converts a meaningful share of its OPT hires from prior interns. If you're still on CPT, apply to Sundt internships in civil, structural, or construction management before your OPT window opens. That internal track record helps your full-time OPT application stand out.
Match your degree to posted role requirements
Sundt's engineering and project management roles typically require degrees in civil engineering, construction management, or related fields. Review each job posting carefully and confirm your degree field aligns before applying. A mismatched degree field weakens your candidacy even if your skills are strong.
Confirm Sundt is enrolled in E-Verify early
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before USCIS approves the 24-month extension. Verify Sundt's E-Verify participation during your offer negotiation, not after signing. Your DSO needs to submit your I-983 training plan within the first ten days of employment for STEM OPT eligibility.
Use Migrate Mate to find active Sundt openings
Migrate Mate filters construction and real estate roles by OPT compatibility, so you can identify which Sundt positions align with your EAD and degree field. Searching there before applying directly helps you prioritize roles with the clearest path through your OPT authorization period.
Negotiate your start date around OPT timing
OPT authorization doesn't begin until the date USCIS prints on your EAD, and standard processing runs several months. Sundt's project-based hiring often has firm start dates, so submit your OPT application to USCIS through your DSO at least three months before your intended first day.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Sundt sponsors H-1B visas, but sponsorship decisions are role- and budget-dependent. Before signing an offer, ask directly whether the position has a history of H-1B sponsorship. A clear answer now avoids a difficult conversation when your OPT period approaches its end date.
Sundt OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sundt sponsor OPT visas?
Sundt doesn't sponsor OPT directly, since OPT is work authorization USCIS grants to the F-1 student rather than a petition the employer files. What Sundt does is hire students who already hold an OPT EAD. For STEM OPT extensions, Sundt's E-Verify enrollment is required, and the company does sponsor H-1B visas for qualifying employees after OPT ends.
Which roles at Sundt typically hire OPT students?
Sundt most commonly hires OPT students into civil engineering, construction management, project engineering, and field operations roles. Candidates with degrees in civil or structural engineering and construction management are the strongest fit. Entry-level project engineer and assistant superintendent positions are the most common entry points for recent F-1 graduates.
How do I time my OPT application for a Sundt offer?
USCIS standard processing for OPT takes several months, and your EAD must be active before your first day. Submit your application through your DSO at least 90 days before your intended start date. Sundt's project schedules often have hard start dates, so confirm your EAD timeline with your international student office before committing to a specific start date with your recruiter.
Does Sundt support the transition from OPT to H-1B?
Sundt sponsors H-1B visas and has a history of supporting the OPT-to-H-1B transition for engineering and project management roles. H-1B sponsorship is not guaranteed and depends on the role, budget, and timing relative to the annual April lottery. Raise the question during offer negotiations so both sides have aligned expectations before your OPT end date approaches.
How do I find OPT-compatible jobs at Sundt?
Migrate Mate lists Sundt roles filtered by visa compatibility, making it easier to identify openings that align with your OPT EAD and degree field before applying directly. You can also search Sundt's careers page and filter by engineering and construction management categories. Targeting roles where your specific degree field matches the posted requirements improves your chances of moving through the interview process.
How does Sundt hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. Sundt can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check Sundt's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.