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The Project Superintendent - Electrical is responsible for the efficient scheduling, management, and coordination of all subcontractors, construction trades, and labor crews to work in unity in order to ensure quality and construction progress according to the project Master Schedule. The Project Superintendent will have proven construction experience as a Superintendent, a history of leading, teaching, and mentoring others successfully, and the ability to thoroughly understand and follow plans, project specifications, design documents, code requirements, and other similar construction activities.
Location & Travel Details
You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build infrastructure projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in various states throughout the US. (Full List: NC, VA, GA, TX, FL, IA, WY) You’ll spend 6-8 months on average per project. If eligible, we offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses and relocation assistance. If eligible, the position includes a vehicle allowance. If eligible, travel home rotation will be one weekend per month away from the job site.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national general contractor and construction management firm and is part of the General Building group within MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure segment.
As MasTec’s vertical construction arm, Lemartec delivers complex projects across industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial markets. Led at the segment level by Manny García-Tuñón, the General Building Operating Group represents MasTec’s vertical construction capabilities and serves as the platform for future growth in this space. As a MasTec company, Lemartec maintains international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, enabling the execution of some of the most complex projects in the industries we serve. Through MasTec’s network of more than 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean, Lemartec is uniquely positioned to serve a diversified customer base.
With experience across all 16 disciplines of construction, Lemartec combines deep technical expertise with the strength, scale, and financial backing of MasTec to successfully deliver projects of any size and complexity.
MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables, and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects, and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities:
- Permit document administration and control
- Complete review and understanding of subcontractor’s scope of work
- Coordinate safety meetings and overall responsibility for project safety
- Control project access and traffic
- Tool/equipment inventory, coordination and rental
- Coordinate, schedule and maintain records of all project testing and certificates including concrete and soil testing
- Coordinate with PM, PCM and PFE daily regarding project progress, S/C performance, QA/QC and reporting
- Complete “3-week look ahead schedule” and update master schedule with PCM
- Complete Daily Log Reports (Procore)
- Maintain “As Built” drawings for final submittal
- Coordinate and schedule project inspections
- Final inspection and proper close-out documentation
- Quality control of installed materials and Equipment
- Site layout and control of benchmarks
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; minimum 3 years’ work experience as a construction Superintendent - In lieu of degree, 10+ years of work experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Must have project scheduling, planning, organization and document control
- Superior communication and organization skills, especially when managing subcontractors and inspectors
- OSHA Certification – In depth knowledge of OSHA safety standards and procedures
- Experience with the following software: Microsoft Office Suite, Scheduling Programs and Document
In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who possess the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:
- 10+ years of experience as a construction Superintendent
- Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera (P6)
- Experience in projects greater than $20 million
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Willingness to travel through the US
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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Overview:
The Project Superintendent - Electrical is responsible for the efficient scheduling, management, and coordination of all subcontractors, construction trades, and labor crews to work in unity in order to ensure quality and construction progress according to the project Master Schedule. The Project Superintendent will have proven construction experience as a Superintendent, a history of leading, teaching, and mentoring others successfully, and the ability to thoroughly understand and follow plans, project specifications, design documents, code requirements, and other similar construction activities.
Location & Travel Details
You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build infrastructure projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in various states throughout the US. (Full List: NC, VA, GA, TX, FL, IA, WY) You’ll spend 6-8 months on average per project. If eligible, we offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses and relocation assistance. If eligible, the position includes a vehicle allowance. If eligible, travel home rotation will be one weekend per month away from the job site.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national general contractor and construction management firm and is part of the General Building group within MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure segment.
As MasTec’s vertical construction arm, Lemartec delivers complex projects across industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial markets. Led at the segment level by Manny García-Tuñón, the General Building Operating Group represents MasTec’s vertical construction capabilities and serves as the platform for future growth in this space. As a MasTec company, Lemartec maintains international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, enabling the execution of some of the most complex projects in the industries we serve. Through MasTec’s network of more than 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean, Lemartec is uniquely positioned to serve a diversified customer base.
With experience across all 16 disciplines of construction, Lemartec combines deep technical expertise with the strength, scale, and financial backing of MasTec to successfully deliver projects of any size and complexity.
MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables, and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects, and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities:
- Permit document administration and control
- Complete review and understanding of subcontractor’s scope of work
- Coordinate safety meetings and overall responsibility for project safety
- Control project access and traffic
- Tool/equipment inventory, coordination and rental
- Coordinate, schedule and maintain records of all project testing and certificates including concrete and soil testing
- Coordinate with PM, PCM and PFE daily regarding project progress, S/C performance, QA/QC and reporting
- Complete “3-week look ahead schedule” and update master schedule with PCM
- Complete Daily Log Reports (Procore)
- Maintain “As Built” drawings for final submittal
- Coordinate and schedule project inspections
- Final inspection and proper close-out documentation
- Quality control of installed materials and Equipment
- Site layout and control of benchmarks
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; minimum 3 years’ work experience as a construction Superintendent - In lieu of degree, 10+ years of work experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Must have project scheduling, planning, organization and document control
- Superior communication and organization skills, especially when managing subcontractors and inspectors
- OSHA Certification – In depth knowledge of OSHA safety standards and procedures
- Experience with the following software: Microsoft Office Suite, Scheduling Programs and Document
In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who possess the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:
- 10+ years of experience as a construction Superintendent
- Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera (P6)
- Experience in projects greater than $20 million
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Willingness to travel through the US
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Electrical Project Engineer
Target employers with active H-1B filing histories
Engineering firms that have sponsored H-1B visa workers before are far more likely to support OPT and future sponsorship. Construction, utilities, and industrial contractors regularly file H-1Bs for engineering roles, making them practical long-term targets.
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
Electrical engineering is a qualifying STEM field, so you're eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Mentioning this upfront removes a common employer hesitation about short authorization windows.
Align your resume to project lifecycle language
Hiring managers for this role want to see scope management, budget tracking, and cross-functional coordination. Framing your academic projects and internships around those terms signals job readiness and reduces perceived onboarding risk for OPT hires.
Prioritize roles with PE sponsorship pipelines
Many electrical project engineers pursue Professional Engineer licensure over time. Employers who support PE exam prep and continuing education tend to invest longer-term in their engineers, which correlates strongly with willingness to sponsor visas.
Get your I-983 training plan documentation right
For STEM OPT, your employer must complete Form I-983, outlining how the role relates to your degree. Electrical Project Engineer roles typically satisfy this easily, but confirming the job description covers learning goals before signing avoids DSO complications.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly employers
Not every engineering employer lists sponsorship willingness upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces electrical engineering roles from companies with documented OPT and visa sponsorship histories, saving you from applying to positions that will screen you out early.
Electrical Project Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Project Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Electrical engineering degrees are on the STEM Designated Degree Program list, which means you're eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12-month authorization period. Electrical Project Engineer positions directly involve applying engineering principles to real infrastructure projects, so satisfying the degree-relatedness requirement for Form I-983 is straightforward in most cases.
How do I find Electrical Project Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers with documented sponsorship histories. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and learning after several rounds that a company won't support OPT. Utilities, EPC contractors, and large industrial firms tend to be the most consistent sponsors for engineering roles.
Can I work on federal government electrical projects while on OPT?
It depends on the specific contract and security clearance requirements. Many federal infrastructure projects are accessible to OPT workers employed by private contractors, but roles requiring a security clearance are typically limited to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Always confirm clearance requirements before applying, and ask whether the position involves Sensitive Compartmented Information facilities or similar restrictions.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my employer changes my project assignment or job title?
Minor shifts in project assignment generally don't affect your OPT status as long as the work remains related to your degree. However, a significant change in job title, duties, or employer requires reporting to your DSO within 10 days. For STEM OPT holders, material changes to the role must also be reflected in an updated Form I-983 submitted through your DSO.
Is Electrical Project Engineer classified as a specialty occupation for future H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. USCIS consistently classifies electrical engineering roles as specialty occupations because the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering or a directly related field. This makes transitioning from OPT to H-1B sponsorship a well-established path for Electrical Project Engineers, provided your employer files before the H-1B cap registration window each spring.