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Superintendent roles in construction, facilities, and infrastructure qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Field experience, licensure, and project-management credentials all strengthen your sponsorship case.
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F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.
SUMMARY
Oversees all field operations at a project jobsite. Schedules, coordinates and oversees subcontractors and trade employee activities. Active participant in Corporate Safety and Quality programs.
ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understands existing or potential Health Risks, follows and enforces guidance to prevent or eliminate health hazards.
- Responsible to implement, enforce and maintain corporate Safety, Quality and Production programs.
- Directly responsible for day-to-day supervision of project site.
- Develops site specific safety plan and monitors compliance to help ensure project safety.
- Ensures that company quality program is utilized on the project.
- Plan and supervise Area/Trade Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents for self-performing work.
- Determines method of construction, manpower levels, material, and equipment utilized for self-performing work.
- Coordinate assigned work with trades, subcontractors and other contractors on-site.
- Assist with resolving construction problems (work interferences, trade productivity, interpretation of documents).
- Conduct on-site meetings with subcontractors, owners and tradesmen.
- Directly responsible to maintain discipline at jobsite.
- Coordinates material deliveries.
- Ensure proper job sequencing.
- Maintain positive relationships with Owners, Subcontractors and Designers.
- Liaison with owner occupant.
- Liaison with owner representative.
- Maintains project documentation to include JHA's, QC checklists, daily reports, material quantities, production and jobsite photos.
- Manages progress photos through Site Spec or other photo management tool.
- Monitors subcontractors progress.
- Collaborates on preparation of CPM schedules.
- Prepares look ahead schedules.
- Schedule work to meet project completion dates.
- Produce / submit request for information.
- Oversight of Subcontractor activities.
- Maintains as-built drawings.
- Identify and document potential change orders and back charges.
- Maintains As-Built & RFI information through the use of Plan Grid or Blue Beam software.
- Material and equipment delivery verification.
- Manage and understand equipment needs, necessities and capabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
AUTHORITY
- Has the authority to dismiss FHP field trade personnel.
- Reports to and/or works with Project Manager/General Superintendent.
- Works with Project Engineers.
- Manages Trade Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents.
- Authority to stop work.
REQUIREMENTS
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced understanding of production methods, construction processes and supervision of people and projects.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and planning skills.
- Working knowledge of MS Office to include Outlook, Excel & Word.
- Proficient in the use of mobile device smartphone and/or tablet.
Education and Training
- Four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or construction experience.
- Minimum of two years diverse supervisory experience.
Technical Skills
- Must demonstrate a proven ability to manage.
- Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
- Ability to manage and supervise large and diverse groups of people.
- Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
- OSHA 30 certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to walk jobsites.
- Involves sitting, walking, stooping, bending, reaching and lifting.
- Can involve lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K matching
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Professional development assistance
F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.
Note to Search Firm Agencies, Recruitment Agencies, and Similar Organizations and Firms: F.H. Paschen does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any F.H. Paschen employee. F.H. Paschen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees and referral compensation associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of F.H. Paschen and will be processed accordingly.
INTRODUCTION
F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.
SUMMARY
Oversees all field operations at a project jobsite. Schedules, coordinates and oversees subcontractors and trade employee activities. Active participant in Corporate Safety and Quality programs.
ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understands existing or potential Health Risks, follows and enforces guidance to prevent or eliminate health hazards.
- Responsible to implement, enforce and maintain corporate Safety, Quality and Production programs.
- Directly responsible for day-to-day supervision of project site.
- Develops site specific safety plan and monitors compliance to help ensure project safety.
- Ensures that company quality program is utilized on the project.
- Plan and supervise Area/Trade Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents for self-performing work.
- Determines method of construction, manpower levels, material, and equipment utilized for self-performing work.
- Coordinate assigned work with trades, subcontractors and other contractors on-site.
- Assist with resolving construction problems (work interferences, trade productivity, interpretation of documents).
- Conduct on-site meetings with subcontractors, owners and tradesmen.
- Directly responsible to maintain discipline at jobsite.
- Coordinates material deliveries.
- Ensure proper job sequencing.
- Maintain positive relationships with Owners, Subcontractors and Designers.
- Liaison with owner occupant.
- Liaison with owner representative.
- Maintains project documentation to include JHA's, QC checklists, daily reports, material quantities, production and jobsite photos.
- Manages progress photos through Site Spec or other photo management tool.
- Monitors subcontractors progress.
- Collaborates on preparation of CPM schedules.
- Prepares look ahead schedules.
- Schedule work to meet project completion dates.
- Produce / submit request for information.
- Oversight of Subcontractor activities.
- Maintains as-built drawings.
- Identify and document potential change orders and back charges.
- Maintains As-Built & RFI information through the use of Plan Grid or Blue Beam software.
- Material and equipment delivery verification.
- Manage and understand equipment needs, necessities and capabilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
AUTHORITY
- Has the authority to dismiss FHP field trade personnel.
- Reports to and/or works with Project Manager/General Superintendent.
- Works with Project Engineers.
- Manages Trade Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents.
- Authority to stop work.
REQUIREMENTS
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced understanding of production methods, construction processes and supervision of people and projects.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Good communication, interpersonal, supervisory and planning skills.
- Working knowledge of MS Office to include Outlook, Excel & Word.
- Proficient in the use of mobile device smartphone and/or tablet.
Education and Training
- Four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or construction experience.
- Minimum of two years diverse supervisory experience.
Technical Skills
- Must demonstrate a proven ability to manage.
- Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
- Ability to manage and supervise large and diverse groups of people.
- Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
- OSHA 30 certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to walk jobsites.
- Involves sitting, walking, stooping, bending, reaching and lifting.
- Can involve lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K matching
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Professional development assistance
F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.
Note to Search Firm Agencies, Recruitment Agencies, and Similar Organizations and Firms: F.H. Paschen does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any F.H. Paschen employee. F.H. Paschen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees and referral compensation associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of F.H. Paschen and will be processed accordingly.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Superintendent
Document your licensure before applying
State contractor licenses and certifications like OSHA 30 directly support your PERM petition. Gather official copies now, because DOL requires employers to demonstrate your qualifications match the job description exactly during labor certification.
Target general contractors with PERM filing history
Large general contractors and construction management firms file PERM applications regularly for project superintendents. Search for employers who have sponsored foreign workers in skilled construction roles before, since they already have legal counsel and internal HR processes in place.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Superintendent roles at companies with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on employers who have already committed to the PERM process rather than guessing at willingness.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level your employer will need to certify, and factor that floor into any compensation conversation.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 path with your employer
Superintendent roles typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, but candidates holding a bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering may qualify for EB-2. Confirm which category your employer intends to petition under before the PERM recruitment period begins.
Get the recruitment timeline in writing before accepting
PERM requires employers to complete a formal recruitment process before filing, which can take four to six months on top of USCIS adjudication. Ask the employer to outline their expected filing schedule so you can plan your current status, particularly any H-1B visa or other nonimmigrant status expiry dates.
Green Card Superintendent: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Superintendent roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Superintendent positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least two years of training and experience. If you hold a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, your employer may petition under EB-2 instead. The category affects your priority date and, depending on your country of birth, your wait time in the visa backlog.
How is the PERM green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Unlike H-1B, PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a time-limited status. There is no annual lottery and no cap concern at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The process typically takes two to four years from PERM filing to green card approval, but once your priority date becomes current, your status is permanent rather than requiring repeated renewals.
What credentials strengthen a Superintendent's PERM petition?
DOL requires the employer to demonstrate that the job requirements are genuinely tied to the role and not inflated to exclude U.S. workers. For superintendents, documented project experience, active state contractor licenses, OSHA certifications, and any relevant union journeyman credentials all support the petition. O*NET lists the standard requirements for this occupation, which employers often reference when writing the PERM job description.
How do I find Superintendent jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Superintendent openings by employers with confirmed employment-based green card sponsorship history. Because PERM is employer-initiated, targeting companies that have filed PERM applications before is the most direct way to find roles where sponsorship is genuinely available rather than listed as a possibility with no follow-through.
Can I switch employers during the green card process as a Superintendent?
You can change employers before your I-140 petition is approved, but doing so generally restarts the PERM process with the new employer. If your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more and you're in the adjustment of status stage, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer to a same or similar Superintendent role without losing your priority date.