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Construction Supervisor roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers can demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available through the PERM labor certification process. Candidates with a bachelor's degree in construction management or five or more years of supervisory field experience typically satisfy EB-2 or EB-3 requirements. Sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary visa.
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Get Access To All JobsDate: Oct 23, 2026
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85021
Company: APS
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
The Supervisor Construction Maintenance provides leadership for overhead/underground construction, operation and maintenance of distribution to provide service to new and existing customers.
Coordinates the activities of crews, garage/warehouse, servicemen, and meter reading employees.
What Your Day Would Be Like
- Lead and support crews responsible for overhead and underground electric distribution construction and maintenance work.
- Coordinate field operations to help ensure customers receive safe, reliable electric service.
- Partner with crews, service personnel, and operational support teams to deliver projects and respond to customer needs.
- Prioritize work activities and resources to support both new customer connections and ongoing system reliability.
- Foster a strong culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability across multiple work groups.
- Help remove obstacles and provide direction so teams can successfully meet operational goals.
Who We’re Looking For
- Experience supporting or leading construction, maintenance, or utility operations teams.
- Knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems and related field operations.
- Ability to coordinate multiple crews, resources, and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on collaboration and team success.
- Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and reliable customer service.
- Ability to make informed decisions and support employees in achieving shared goals.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors' degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field plus three (3) years' experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
- In lieu of a Bachelors degree, four-year electrical apprenticeship program Journeyman experience, plus three (3) years' experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
- In lieu of Bachelor's degree, an equivalent combination of seven (7) years education and working experience in design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
Preferred Special Skill, Knowledge, or Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and effective interpersonal skills.
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of utility operations, construction, safety standards, IBEW contract and local/state/federal regulations.
- Excellent project management, business planning, and negotiating skills.
Major Accountabilities
1) Coordinate line crews and servicemen to ensure that fully staffed crews are always available. Provide timely completion of construction through effective time management, cooperation with internal and external customers, and maintenance of adequate resources.
2) Ensure minimal customer outage through implementation of proper operating and restoration procedures.
3) Control construction costs to within budget by scheduling resources to maximize productivity without sacrificing customer service.
4) Resolve differences by encouraging and practicing open communication and accurate interpretation of company policies and labor agreements.
5) Maintain effective vehicle and equipment fleets and ensure systematic and efficient maintenance programs.
6) Promote safety awareness and accident reductions through safety meetings, tailboard sessions, and implementation of safe work procedures/practices.
7) Support emergent restoration efforts and after hour duty responsibilities and union crews as needed.
8) May participate on local community boards, join in local council meetings, and lead or participate in community seasonal events.
Onsite: Requires work to be performed in the field and/or at an APS facility. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, this may include, but is not limited to, working at a power plant, job site, or in the community.
Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
Role types are subject to change based on business need.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
Job Segment: Transmission Line Supervisor, Power Plant Operator, Power Plant, Energy
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85021
Company: APS
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
The Supervisor Construction Maintenance provides leadership for overhead/underground construction, operation and maintenance of distribution to provide service to new and existing customers.
Coordinates the activities of crews, garage/warehouse, servicemen, and meter reading employees.
What Your Day Would Be Like
- Lead and support crews responsible for overhead and underground electric distribution construction and maintenance work.
- Coordinate field operations to help ensure customers receive safe, reliable electric service.
- Partner with crews, service personnel, and operational support teams to deliver projects and respond to customer needs.
- Prioritize work activities and resources to support both new customer connections and ongoing system reliability.
- Foster a strong culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability across multiple work groups.
- Help remove obstacles and provide direction so teams can successfully meet operational goals.
Who We’re Looking For
- Experience supporting or leading construction, maintenance, or utility operations teams.
- Knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems and related field operations.
- Ability to coordinate multiple crews, resources, and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on collaboration and team success.
- Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and reliable customer service.
- Ability to make informed decisions and support employees in achieving shared goals.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors' degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field plus three (3) years' experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
- In lieu of a Bachelors degree, four-year electrical apprenticeship program Journeyman experience, plus three (3) years' experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
- In lieu of Bachelor's degree, an equivalent combination of seven (7) years education and working experience in design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
Preferred Special Skill, Knowledge, or Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and effective interpersonal skills.
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of utility operations, construction, safety standards, IBEW contract and local/state/federal regulations.
- Excellent project management, business planning, and negotiating skills.
Major Accountabilities
1) Coordinate line crews and servicemen to ensure that fully staffed crews are always available. Provide timely completion of construction through effective time management, cooperation with internal and external customers, and maintenance of adequate resources.
2) Ensure minimal customer outage through implementation of proper operating and restoration procedures.
3) Control construction costs to within budget by scheduling resources to maximize productivity without sacrificing customer service.
4) Resolve differences by encouraging and practicing open communication and accurate interpretation of company policies and labor agreements.
5) Maintain effective vehicle and equipment fleets and ensure systematic and efficient maintenance programs.
6) Promote safety awareness and accident reductions through safety meetings, tailboard sessions, and implementation of safe work procedures/practices.
7) Support emergent restoration efforts and after hour duty responsibilities and union crews as needed.
8) May participate on local community boards, join in local council meetings, and lead or participate in community seasonal events.
Onsite: Requires work to be performed in the field and/or at an APS facility. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, this may include, but is not limited to, working at a power plant, job site, or in the community.
Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
Role types are subject to change based on business need.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
Job Segment: Transmission Line Supervisor, Power Plant Operator, Power Plant, Energy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Construction Supervisor
Match your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM defines the minimum qualifications an employer can require. If your degree is in civil engineering or construction management, confirm it maps to the job description before applying. Mismatches between your actual credentials and the advertised role delay certification.
Target contractors with federal project experience
General contractors and construction management firms working on federal or large commercial projects file PERM more regularly because they rely on specialized foreign supervisors. Prioritize companies with active government contracts and multi-state project portfolios over small residential builders.
Get your foreign degree evaluated early
PERM requires your education to be verifiable and equivalent to a U.S. degree. Order a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized agency before you start applying. Waiting until after an offer delays the entire green card filing timeline by weeks.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter Construction Supervisor roles by employers with active green card filing history. This surfaces companies already familiar with PERM requirements, reducing the time you spend vetting whether a potential employer is willing to sponsor.
Clarify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job zone and location. Look up the applicable rate using the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you can confirm the offer satisfies PERM requirements from the start.
Understand the EB-3 priority date before you accept
After USCIS approves your I-140 petition, your green card issuance depends on your country's priority date backlog. Workers born in high-demand countries face multi-year waits even after approval. Ask your employer's immigration counsel for a realistic timeline before accepting the offer.
Green Card Construction Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Supervisor role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Construction Supervisor roles most commonly qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the employer can justify requiring an advanced degree, such as a master's in construction management, and the role genuinely demands that level of education. Most sponsoring employers use EB-3 because it fits the standard job requirements without needing to justify advanced-degree necessity.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual renewal requirement, while H-1B visa status is temporary and tied to specific employers. Construction Supervisor roles often struggle to qualify for H-1B because the position must meet the specialty occupation definition, which requires a specific bachelor's degree as the normal entry requirement. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition stage and does not require proving specialty occupation status, making it a more accessible path for construction professionals.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for Construction Supervisor positions?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role at the offered wage. The employer must complete a mandatory recruitment period, including job postings and documented outreach, before filing. DOL then certifies or audits the application. Construction Supervisor roles frequently face audits because the occupation is listed in the O*NET job zone that attracts scrutiny, so thorough documentation of the recruitment process is critical.
Can I search specifically for Construction Supervisor jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by PERM or green card sponsorship history, which means you'll spend significant time vetting employers manually. Migrate Mate lets you search Construction Supervisor roles filtered by employers with documented green card filing history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring foreign workers through the full PERM and I-140 process.
How long does the full green card process take for a sponsored Construction Supervisor?
The employer's PERM labor certification typically takes six to twelve months with DOL, followed by I-140 petition processing with USCIS, which runs an additional six to twelve months at standard processing. After I-140 approval, your wait for a visa number depends on your birth country and the State Department priority date bulletin. Workers born in countries without significant backlogs, such as Australia or Canada, can complete the full process in two to three years, while workers from high-demand countries may wait considerably longer.