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Construction Superintendent roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Engineer category when your duties and credentials align with the classification. Canadian citizens can apply directly at the port of entry. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. You'll need a job offer from a U.S. employer before filing.
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Location
Ann Arbor, Detroit, Farmington Hills, MI
Job Summary
Fishbeck is seeking a full-time Senior Civil Engineer to work in our southeast Michigan offices. The primary duty of this engineering position is to be responsible for administration and construction oversight on behalf of our clients for projects of varying size and scope. This position requires self-motivation, commitment to high-quality work performance, excellent planning and communication skills, demonstrated ability to work with clients and the public, and the ability to provide leadership to staff in a project team environment. Applicants must be willing to travel and work in an outdoor environment.
Primary Functions:
- Administration and coordination of multiple municipal construction projects.
- Verify the Contractor’s completed work is in compliance with the contract documents for each project.
- Lead and Coordinate project meetings, which may include preconstruction meetings, progress meetings and public meetings, and distribute meeting minutes for each.
- Supervise engineers and technicians performing inspection, administration, and documentation for infrastructure projects from pre-bid meeting to contract close-out.
- Oversee the generation of all project pay estimates, contract modifications, work orders and other generated documents.
- Review work produced by project oversight team in both the office and the field and verify the acceptability of the generated documents.
- Provide technical leadership for complex or unique assignments.
- Provide guidance and training to inspection staff.
- Read and interpret complex contract documents and utilize the information to determine the most appropriate solutions to unforeseen project issues as they arise.
- Monitor activities of assigned staff for conformance with contractual requirements.
- Communicate effectively with staff, local agencies, and the general public.
- Effectively communicate project status and issues to client and formulate viable solutions.
- Review and draft responses to Contractor’s correspondence and claims as required.
- Monitor project budgets, proactively identify issues, and communicate them to clients along with recommended corrective actions.
- Assist with business development and growth efforts.
- Manage internal project services contract budgets.
Minimum Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and sit as needed on project sites. Ability to drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites; ability to maneuver project sites with uneven terrain. Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds of testing equipment or materials.
Desired Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Desired Skills/ Experience:
- PE License in Michigan preferred.
- Potential candidates must have 10 or more years of municipal construction experience. Experience working with the City of Detroit, Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, Great Lakes Water Authority or Oakland, Macomb and Wayne Counties is preferred. Experience with Michigan Department of Transportation is a plus.
- Prior experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer performing oversight and administration for underground utility, road and/or bridge construction projects.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage projects ranging from local streets to complex urban freeways and structures.
- The ability to develop innovative solutions and sustain partnerships.
- The ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
- Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities.
- A valid Michigan driver’s license with a good driving record.
What's Next?
Please submit your application, and a real person (no bots here) will get in touch with you regarding your application.
What we offer
Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness reimbursement and activities.
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development.
- Vacation, sick, and volunteer time, PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
- 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock options (we are 100% employee-owned!).
- And more!
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Senior Construction Engineer
Location
Ann Arbor, Detroit, Farmington Hills, MI
Job Summary
Fishbeck is seeking a full-time Senior Civil Engineer to work in our southeast Michigan offices. The primary duty of this engineering position is to be responsible for administration and construction oversight on behalf of our clients for projects of varying size and scope. This position requires self-motivation, commitment to high-quality work performance, excellent planning and communication skills, demonstrated ability to work with clients and the public, and the ability to provide leadership to staff in a project team environment. Applicants must be willing to travel and work in an outdoor environment.
Primary Functions:
- Administration and coordination of multiple municipal construction projects.
- Verify the Contractor’s completed work is in compliance with the contract documents for each project.
- Lead and Coordinate project meetings, which may include preconstruction meetings, progress meetings and public meetings, and distribute meeting minutes for each.
- Supervise engineers and technicians performing inspection, administration, and documentation for infrastructure projects from pre-bid meeting to contract close-out.
- Oversee the generation of all project pay estimates, contract modifications, work orders and other generated documents.
- Review work produced by project oversight team in both the office and the field and verify the acceptability of the generated documents.
- Provide technical leadership for complex or unique assignments.
- Provide guidance and training to inspection staff.
- Read and interpret complex contract documents and utilize the information to determine the most appropriate solutions to unforeseen project issues as they arise.
- Monitor activities of assigned staff for conformance with contractual requirements.
- Communicate effectively with staff, local agencies, and the general public.
- Effectively communicate project status and issues to client and formulate viable solutions.
- Review and draft responses to Contractor’s correspondence and claims as required.
- Monitor project budgets, proactively identify issues, and communicate them to clients along with recommended corrective actions.
- Assist with business development and growth efforts.
- Manage internal project services contract budgets.
Minimum Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and sit as needed on project sites. Ability to drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites; ability to maneuver project sites with uneven terrain. Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds of testing equipment or materials.
Desired Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Desired Skills/ Experience:
- PE License in Michigan preferred.
- Potential candidates must have 10 or more years of municipal construction experience. Experience working with the City of Detroit, Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, Great Lakes Water Authority or Oakland, Macomb and Wayne Counties is preferred. Experience with Michigan Department of Transportation is a plus.
- Prior experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer performing oversight and administration for underground utility, road and/or bridge construction projects.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage projects ranging from local streets to complex urban freeways and structures.
- The ability to develop innovative solutions and sustain partnerships.
- The ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
- Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities.
- A valid Michigan driver’s license with a good driving record.
What's Next?
Please submit your application, and a real person (no bots here) will get in touch with you regarding your application.
What we offer
Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness reimbursement and activities.
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development.
- Vacation, sick, and volunteer time, PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
- 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock options (we are 100% employee-owned!).
- And more!
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Construction Superintendent
Align your credentials to Engineer classification
TN visa sponsorship for Construction Superintendent roles requires fitting the Engineer category. Gather your engineering degree transcripts and any provincial or professional engineer licensure documents before approaching U.S. employers, since CBP will scrutinize the degree-to-role match.
Target general contractors with federal project portfolios
General contractors on federally funded infrastructure projects are more accustomed to visa sponsorship processes. Look for employers with recent visa filings for engineering-adjacent roles—this demonstrates experience with work visa sponsorship generally. For TN visas specifically, you'll work directly with the employer to prepare a support letter and supporting documentation, then present these materials at a U.S. port of entry (for Canadians) or apply through a U.S. consulate (for Mexicans).
Clarify superintendent duties in your offer letter
Your employer's offer letter is the filing document CBP reads first. Make sure it explicitly names engineering oversight, structural quality control, and technical coordination duties rather than general site management language, which can raise classification questions at the port of entry.
Prepare for a port-of-entry interview as a Canadian
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry with no prior petition filing. Bring your degree, the employer's offer letter, and a resume that maps your superintendent experience to engineering functions. Officers can approve or deny on the spot.
Search for TN-ready employers through Migrate Mate
Identifying employers who already understand TN visa requirements cuts your job search time significantly. Use Migrate Mate to filter Construction Superintendent openings by sponsorship availability so you spend your effort on employers already set up to hire TN workers.
Negotiate filing responsibility before accepting an offer
Unlike H-1B visa, TN filing costs are modest, but Mexicans need employer-coordinated consular documentation. Before signing, confirm your employer will prepare the support letter and coordinate USCIS paperwork if you're filing for TN status rather than entering at a land border.
Construction Superintendent TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Superintendent role actually qualify for a TN visa?
It can, but the classification depends on how your duties are defined. TN visas don't list Construction Superintendent as a named category, but the role typically qualifies under the Engineer category when your responsibilities include technical engineering oversight, quality assurance, and structural coordination. Roles that are purely administrative or involve only labor supervision without an engineering degree requirement are unlikely to qualify. CBP makes the final determination at entry.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Construction Superintendent roles?
TN visa sponsorship is faster and more predictable than H-1B for this role. There's no annual lottery for Canadians, no cap to worry about, and Canadian applicants can receive TN status the same day at a port of entry. H-1B requires filing months in advance and surviving a random lottery before any processing begins. For Mexican nationals, TN requires a consular appointment, which adds time but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a description of your duties emphasizing engineering functions, your start date, the professional category you're entering under, and your offered terms of employment. For Mexican nationals, this letter supports the DS-160 application and consular interview. For Canadians, it goes directly to the CBP officer at the port of entry along with your degree transcripts and resume.
Where can I find Construction Superintendent jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which means you'll spend significant time applying to employers who have no experience with TN hiring. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this situation, letting you search for Construction Superintendent roles where employers have confirmed they'll support TN visa sponsorship, so you're not starting from scratch with every application.
Can I switch Construction Superintendent employers while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific, so you can't simply start work with a new employer on your existing TN authorization. Canadians can obtain new TN status at a port of entry with a new offer letter. Mexican nationals need to file a new petition with USCIS or schedule a new consular appointment. You should not begin work for the new employer until the new TN authorization is approved.