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Company Overview
Circet USA is a leading provider of telecommunications and data center infrastructure services in North America, and we’re looking for talented professionals to join our team. We deliver comprehensive engineering, construction, and network solutions that support the evolving connectivity and infrastructure needs of our customers.
With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we partner with major telecom providers, cloud service providers, general contractors, data center operators, and utilities to design and deliver customized solutions that solve complex challenges. At Circet USA, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, contribute to critical infrastructure projects, and help shape the future of connectivity. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Qualifying General Contractor serves as the responsible licensed professional for the company, ensuring all general contracting and related construction activities comply with state licensing laws, building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards. This role manages, renews, and obtains new general contracting licenses in support of the company’s pursuit, bid, and performance of construction services and provides technical oversight, supervision, of projects performed under the company’s license.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Maintain up to date knowledge of construction laws, codes, and licensing requirements.
- Represent the company in matters related to licensing, compliance, and regulatory agencies.
- Act as the qualifier for the company’s general contractor licenses.
- Maintain active, compliant licensure in good standing with the state licensing board and other jurisdictional agencies or licensing boards.
- Address licensing board inquiries, audits, and compliance issues.
- Assist with permit applications, inspections, and code compliance corrections.
- Coordinate with Legal and Operations to develop and execute on licensing strategy.
- Ensure that all site work performance aligns to compliance requirements.
- Inform company stakeholders about requirements and regulations of government entities and municipalities to support compliance with general conditions and license requirements.
- Ability to travel periodically to work site locations.
SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance with: Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations; Industry Consensus Standards; and Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
- Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus 3 or more years related experience as a licensed general contractor. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Qualifying score on the NASCLA GC exam preferred.
- Current General Contractor license (or equivalent) in home state and, if required, obtain reciprocity in other states.
SKILLS
- Strong knowledge of construction practices and methods, building codes and safety regulations, and project management principles.
- Clean disciplinary record with the licensing boards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide oversight without necessarily performing daily field labor.
- High attention to legal detail and document accuracy.
- Professional discretion and sound judgment.
- Ability to collaborate across legal and non-legal teams.
- Strong time management in fast-paced environments.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s; ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee may from time-to-time lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Pay Range in the United States: $73K - $108K based upon geography, skills, and experience. May also be eligible for performance incentive opportunity based on company and individual goals and performance.
Company Overview
Circet USA is a leading provider of telecommunications and data center infrastructure services in North America, and we’re looking for talented professionals to join our team. We deliver comprehensive engineering, construction, and network solutions that support the evolving connectivity and infrastructure needs of our customers.
With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we partner with major telecom providers, cloud service providers, general contractors, data center operators, and utilities to design and deliver customized solutions that solve complex challenges. At Circet USA, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, contribute to critical infrastructure projects, and help shape the future of connectivity. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Qualifying General Contractor serves as the responsible licensed professional for the company, ensuring all general contracting and related construction activities comply with state licensing laws, building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards. This role manages, renews, and obtains new general contracting licenses in support of the company’s pursuit, bid, and performance of construction services and provides technical oversight, supervision, of projects performed under the company’s license.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Maintain up to date knowledge of construction laws, codes, and licensing requirements.
- Represent the company in matters related to licensing, compliance, and regulatory agencies.
- Act as the qualifier for the company’s general contractor licenses.
- Maintain active, compliant licensure in good standing with the state licensing board and other jurisdictional agencies or licensing boards.
- Address licensing board inquiries, audits, and compliance issues.
- Assist with permit applications, inspections, and code compliance corrections.
- Coordinate with Legal and Operations to develop and execute on licensing strategy.
- Ensure that all site work performance aligns to compliance requirements.
- Inform company stakeholders about requirements and regulations of government entities and municipalities to support compliance with general conditions and license requirements.
- Ability to travel periodically to work site locations.
SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance with: Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations; Industry Consensus Standards; and Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
- Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus 3 or more years related experience as a licensed general contractor. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Qualifying score on the NASCLA GC exam preferred.
- Current General Contractor license (or equivalent) in home state and, if required, obtain reciprocity in other states.
SKILLS
- Strong knowledge of construction practices and methods, building codes and safety regulations, and project management principles.
- Clean disciplinary record with the licensing boards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide oversight without necessarily performing daily field labor.
- High attention to legal detail and document accuracy.
- Professional discretion and sound judgment.
- Ability to collaborate across legal and non-legal teams.
- Strong time management in fast-paced environments.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s; ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee may from time-to-time lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Pay Range in the United States: $73K - $108K based upon geography, skills, and experience. May also be eligible for performance incentive opportunity based on company and individual goals and performance.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Evans General Contractors39
- Rimkus2
- Ankura Consulting1
- Associated General Contractors of America1
- Kgpco. Services, LLC Dba Circet USA1
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate40
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Manufacturing10
- Distribution & Wholesale1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general contractor jobs.
- Active general contractor license in the relevant state or jurisdiction
- Proven experience managing subcontractors, schedules, and construction budgets
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore or Buildertrend
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification or equivalent site safety credential
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contract documents
- Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field
Tips for Your General Contractor Job Search
List your licenses by jurisdiction
Employers filter candidates fast by license type and state. Include your contractor's license number, issuing state, and any specialty endorsements on your resume so hiring managers don't have to ask. Missing this detail often gets resumes skipped before a recruiter reads a word.
Quantify projects by scope and budget
Replace vague phrases like 'managed large projects' with the contract value, square footage, and crew size you oversaw. General contractor roles are performance-driven, and interviewers and applicant tracking systems both respond to concrete project metrics rather than descriptions.
Target openings that match your delivery method
Design-build, construction manager at risk, and hard-bid general contracting are distinct roles with different skill demands. Filter your search by project delivery method when the listing mentions it, so you apply to roles where your actual experience is a direct fit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists general contractor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for preconstruction scenario questions
Interviewers regularly ask how you'd handle a bid gap, a subcontractor default, or a permit delay before breaking ground. Walk through a real preconstruction problem you solved, name the trade partners involved, and describe the cost or schedule outcome you achieved.
Follow up with a field-specific thank-you
After an interview, reference one project challenge from the conversation and connect it to something you've solved before. Generic thank-you notes get ignored in construction hiring. A message that shows you listened to the project specifics discussed stands out to project executives and owners.
General Contractor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most general contractors?
The companies hiring the most general contractors right now include Evans General Contractors, Rimkus, and Ankura Consulting, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Georgia, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Activity shifts with regional project pipelines, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture of who is actively staffing.
How many general contractor jobs are remote?
About 9% of general contractor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most site-based roles requiring regular on-site presence throughout the construction cycle. Estimating, preconstruction coordination, and project controls functions are the sub-areas most likely to offer hybrid or partially remote arrangements within general contractor roles.
How do you become a general contractor?
Start by gaining field experience in a construction trade or in a project coordinator role to understand how builds run on the ground. Pursue a state general contractor license, which typically requires passing a written exam, documenting supervised project experience, and carrying general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Some states also require a surety bond before you can pull permits independently.
Can you get hired as a general contractor with little experience?
Entry points into general contracting usually come through assistant superintendent, project engineer, or field coordinator roles rather than a direct general contractor title. Employers hiring junior candidates look for hands-on site exposure, familiarity with scheduling software, and a demonstrated ability to coordinate between trades. Completing an OSHA certification and apprenticeship hours in a specific trade strengthens an application significantly at this stage.
What does the general contractor interview process look like?
Most general contractor interviews start with a phone screen focused on license status, project types, and budget range managed. A second round typically involves a panel with a project executive or owner, where you walk through a past project from preconstruction through closeout. Some employers add a take-home estimating or scheduling exercise before extending an offer, particularly for roles that include bid responsibilities.
Where can I find and apply to general contractor jobs?
You can find and apply to general contractor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your license type, project experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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