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Project Superintendent jobs on OPT require construction management experience and a degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field. Most roles are W-2 positions, which keeps you OPT-compliant. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific degree classification.
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Position Summary
The Project Superintendent - Logistics 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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Position Summary
The Project Superintendent - Logistics 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 in Project Superintendent
Target employers with active H-1B sponsorship history
Large general contractors and construction management firms file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Researching a company's past sponsorship activity before applying tells you whether they have an established immigration process and are likely to sponsor after OPT.
Clarify your OPT authorization upfront
Project Superintendent roles often involve direct hiring by general contractors. Confirm your OPT work authorization aligns with the job's NAICS industry code before accepting an offer, since mismatched employment can jeopardize your immigration status.
Emphasize field experience relevant to the role
Employers hiring superintendents want demonstrated site management experience. Highlight internships, co-ops, or prior OPT positions where you oversaw subcontractors, managed schedules, or coordinated inspections. Concrete field hours matter more than GPA in this role.
Check if your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Construction management and civil engineering degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO early, as this extension significantly increases your value to employers evaluating sponsorship timelines.
Address the H-1B specialty occupation question directly
Project Superintendent roles face more scrutiny under H-1B specialty occupation standards than engineering-titled roles. Frame your job duties around technical scope, drawing review, and design coordination to strengthen the specialty occupation argument with future sponsors.
Get your OPT EAD renewal timeline right before accepting offers
Superintendent roles involve multi-month project cycles. Employers need confidence you can legally work for the project duration. Apply for OPT renewal or STEM extension at least 90 days before your current authorization expires to avoid employment gaps.
Project Superintendent OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Project Superintendents?
Yes, F-1 OPT students can work as Project Superintendents as long as the role is directly related to their degree field, typically construction management, civil engineering, or architecture. The position must be a legitimate W-2 employment arrangement with a single employer. Self-employment or independent contractor setups are not permitted under standard OPT authorization.
Does a Project Superintendent role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title. If you hold a degree in civil engineering or construction management under a qualifying STEM CIP code, and the employer is E-Verify enrolled, the role can support a STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your Designated School Official before applying, since the same job can qualify or not qualify based on degree classification alone.
Will employers sponsor Project Superintendents for H-1B visas after OPT?
Some do, particularly larger general contractors and construction management firms with established immigration programs. The challenge is that USCIS scrutinizes superintendent roles under the specialty occupation standard more heavily than engineering roles. Employers and their attorneys often need to document that the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. You can browse OPT-friendly companies on Migrate Mate to identify employers with active sponsorship histories.
What happens to my OPT status if a construction project ends before my authorization expires?
OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment total during the authorization period. If your project ends and you're between assignments, that time counts toward your unemployment limit. You need to report any employer changes to your DSO within 10 days. Finding a new qualifying position quickly is critical, and Migrate Mate lists OPT-eligible construction and project management roles you can search immediately.
Is a Project Superintendent role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but it requires careful framing. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Superintendent roles that emphasize technical responsibilities such as reviewing structural drawings, coordinating with design engineers, and managing compliance with building codes are stronger candidates. Roles framed primarily around scheduling and labor supervision face higher denial rates. An immigration attorney can evaluate your specific job description before your employer files.