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Construction jobs on OPT typically fall under engineering, architecture, or project management disciplines, all of which qualify for the 12-month standard OPT period. STEM-designated programs in civil or structural engineering can extend that to 36 months, giving you significantly more time to build U.S. work experience and pursue sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsAs a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
This position supports the Buyer by performing item set-up. The position is responsible for the purchase order process and accountable for inventory analysis, reporting and product flow execution which meets the needs of the Stores with the right product in the right place and at the right time, while optimizing (minimizing) inventory dollars and (maximizing) inventory turns without jeopardizing Store operations. Additionally, this position is responsible for supporting and executing the preparation of bid documents, follow-up with vendor or requester to verify ship dates, item amounts, specifications, price and other related information under the direction of Procurement management.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Accountable for Demand Forecasting, Fulfillment and Allocation at the store/DC/item level including the Order Creation and Order Groups, Replenishment method, Inventory deployment strategy within Spend (receipt and inventory plans), Identify and resolve product flow issues including competitive response and Procurement mailbox.
- Responsible for past, current, and future trend analysis; Responsible to work with suppliers on inventory productivity, forecasts and timelines, claims and recalls.
- Supplier collaboration to drive fill rates and on-time measures; Identify and resolve issues and concerns that may have significant impact on the business or interrupt product flow while responding to competitive market or store issues appropriately including procurement mailbox and remedy resolution.
- Manage product lifecycles: new item forecasts, promotional flow strategies and execution, end of life recommendation / analysis.
- Lead the creation and release of purchase orders.
- Expedites shipments of Packaging and Supplies as needed for timely deliveries.
- Validation and maintenance of new item information.
- Communicates with Buyers, Stores, Vendors, and internal Meijer customers to provide information and resolve issues.
- As appropriate, set system parameters to support plan-o-gram set, store inventory, order book, and Additional Quantity / Exception Order limits.
- Responsible to adhere to the receipt plan as it relates to product flow.
- Accountable for various responsibilities to the distribution facilities using established process and guidelines, including in-stock conditions, product life cycle and recalls.
- Manages category transitions by ensuring appropriate level of inventory to support store plan-o-grams. Executes clear strategy for new and discontinued products.
- Manages all replenishment allocation parameters including identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Appropriately responds to store issues (Remedy) as it relates to product flow and supply, using established guidelines and processes.
- Initiate, consolidate, and coordinate new store opening order to arrive at turnkey for all new store openings and maintain new store guidelines and processes.
- Conducts store visits identifying category gaps/planogram issues/resolution and vendor gaps.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
What You'll Bring with You (Qualifications):
- Bachelors Degree required.
- 1-2 years of previous procurement or supply chain experience required.
- Function well in teams and able to work effectively on individual and team assignments.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and have strong multitasking skills.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and possesses strong prioritization.
- Basic understanding and knowledge of the procurement and supply chain processes.
- Office computer skills.
- Good time management and planning skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Decision making, analytical and problem solving skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Able to gather and interpret data in various formats.
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
This position supports the Buyer by performing item set-up. The position is responsible for the purchase order process and accountable for inventory analysis, reporting and product flow execution which meets the needs of the Stores with the right product in the right place and at the right time, while optimizing (minimizing) inventory dollars and (maximizing) inventory turns without jeopardizing Store operations. Additionally, this position is responsible for supporting and executing the preparation of bid documents, follow-up with vendor or requester to verify ship dates, item amounts, specifications, price and other related information under the direction of Procurement management.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Accountable for Demand Forecasting, Fulfillment and Allocation at the store/DC/item level including the Order Creation and Order Groups, Replenishment method, Inventory deployment strategy within Spend (receipt and inventory plans), Identify and resolve product flow issues including competitive response and Procurement mailbox.
- Responsible for past, current, and future trend analysis; Responsible to work with suppliers on inventory productivity, forecasts and timelines, claims and recalls.
- Supplier collaboration to drive fill rates and on-time measures; Identify and resolve issues and concerns that may have significant impact on the business or interrupt product flow while responding to competitive market or store issues appropriately including procurement mailbox and remedy resolution.
- Manage product lifecycles: new item forecasts, promotional flow strategies and execution, end of life recommendation / analysis.
- Lead the creation and release of purchase orders.
- Expedites shipments of Packaging and Supplies as needed for timely deliveries.
- Validation and maintenance of new item information.
- Communicates with Buyers, Stores, Vendors, and internal Meijer customers to provide information and resolve issues.
- As appropriate, set system parameters to support plan-o-gram set, store inventory, order book, and Additional Quantity / Exception Order limits.
- Responsible to adhere to the receipt plan as it relates to product flow.
- Accountable for various responsibilities to the distribution facilities using established process and guidelines, including in-stock conditions, product life cycle and recalls.
- Manages category transitions by ensuring appropriate level of inventory to support store plan-o-grams. Executes clear strategy for new and discontinued products.
- Manages all replenishment allocation parameters including identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Appropriately responds to store issues (Remedy) as it relates to product flow and supply, using established guidelines and processes.
- Initiate, consolidate, and coordinate new store opening order to arrive at turnkey for all new store openings and maintain new store guidelines and processes.
- Conducts store visits identifying category gaps/planogram issues/resolution and vendor gaps.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
What You'll Bring with You (Qualifications):
- Bachelors Degree required.
- 1-2 years of previous procurement or supply chain experience required.
- Function well in teams and able to work effectively on individual and team assignments.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and have strong multitasking skills.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and possesses strong prioritization.
- Basic understanding and knowledge of the procurement and supply chain processes.
- Office computer skills.
- Good time management and planning skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Decision making, analytical and problem solving skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Able to gather and interpret data in various formats.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Construction
Target firms with H-1B sponsorship history
Large general contractors and engineering firms like Turner, Bechtel, and AECOM have established immigration programs. Look for companies that have previously sponsored civil engineers or project managers, as they already understand the process.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation asset
Construction roles tied to a civil, structural, or architectural engineering degree qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa purposes. Emphasize your specific degree field in applications to help employers see a clear path to sponsorship.
Apply for STEM OPT extension before your initial period ends
If your degree is STEM-designated, file Form I-765 at least 90 days before your OPT expires. A timely filing preserves your work authorization while USCIS processes the extension, preventing any gap.
Pursue licensure exams early to strengthen your profile
Passing the FE or PE exam signals long-term career intent and makes you a more compelling sponsorship candidate. Many firms prioritize licensure-track engineers when evaluating who is worth investing in for H-1B filing.
Understand your E-Verify obligations under STEM OPT
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and provide a formal training plan. Confirm both before accepting an offer, as non-compliant employers legally cannot hire you under the STEM extension.
Network through professional associations in your specialty
Organizations like ASCE and AGC connect you directly with hiring managers at sponsoring firms. Industry events and local chapter meetings put you in rooms with decision-makers who can advocate internally for your sponsorship.
Construction OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work in construction jobs legally?
Yes, as long as your construction role is directly related to your degree. A civil engineering graduate working as a project engineer or site manager qualifies. Roles requiring only a high school diploma or general construction labor without a degree connection would not satisfy OPT's requirement that work be in your field of study.
Do construction jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do. Civil engineering, construction engineering, and architectural engineering are STEM-designated CIP codes, meaning graduates can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension on top of the initial 12 months. Your degree program, not the job title itself, determines STEM eligibility, so confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying.
How do I find construction employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, filtering construction and engineering jobs by employers willing to sponsor work authorization. Large infrastructure and general contracting firms are your strongest targets, as they have legal teams and HR processes already set up for sponsorship. Smaller firms may sponsor but require more direct conversation about the process.
What construction job titles are most likely to support H-1B sponsorship after OPT?
Roles that clearly require a specific bachelor's degree have the strongest case for H-1B specialty occupation status. Project engineer, structural engineer, geotechnical engineer, and BIM coordinator are common examples. General superintendent or construction manager roles can qualify but benefit from being tied explicitly to an engineering or construction management degree in the job description and offer letter.
Can I work on a construction job site as an F-1 OPT student, or only in an office?
You can work on a job site. OPT doesn't restrict where the work physically happens, only that the role relates to your field of study. A civil engineering graduate conducting site inspections, managing subcontractors, or overseeing quality control is performing work directly tied to their degree, which satisfies the OPT requirement regardless of whether the work is in an office or in the field.