TN Visa Project Superintendent Jobs
Project Superintendent roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA Engineer category when the position requires overseeing construction or infrastructure projects at a professional level. Canadian citizens can apply directly at the port of entry. Mexican citizens need a consular appointment. A relevant engineering or construction management degree strengthens your case significantly.
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JOB SUMMARY
The Project Superintendent (PS) will plan, coordinate, and supervise the field and/or administrative operations of projects. They will provide technical direction and have responsibility for the safety, costs, productivity, profitability, and overall quality of the work (including self-performed work) for the project(s). The PS will establish productivity goals and measure performance as well as schedule labor, materials, and equipment, including the work of subcontractors and may supervise one or more field superintendents. This position includes several 'steps', which provide for a progression of skill and experience.
- Project Superintendent I is capable of less complex projects of $20 million and under with typically 3-5 years' experience in this position.
- Project Superintendent II is capable of medium scale projects of $20-$50 million in size with typically 5-10 years' experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assists in the review of shop drawings, submittals, subcontract change orders and purchase orders.
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Collaborates with the Project Manager to develop the project management plan (PMP) including the project scope management plan, procurement plan, environmental plan, time management plan, financial plan, quality management and safety plans and risk management process.
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Conducts weekly coordination meetings with project teams and subcontractors and prepares daily field status reports.
-
Coordinates the documentation of constructability issues, potential design conflicts and clarifications with the appropriate personnel.
-
Develops and manages the construction plan for the successful execution of the work performed.
-
Ensures work is executed according to contract terms and conditions in a profitable manner.
-
Interacts effectively with owners, teams and other stakeholders to maintain a positive project environment and exceptional client experience.
-
Manages field operations. Is responsible for project success, including profitability, safety, schedule, quality and customer satisfaction.
-
Prepares and updates the original CPM Project Schedule and ensures the schedule is kept current to manage the project appropriately while utilizing LEAN processes and Weekly Work Plans.
-
Prevents claims, identify potential claims, quantify, document, mitigate/resolve the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis.
-
Provides leadership and guidance to assigned project team members and subcontractors. Plans, reviews, develops and manages the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
-
Responsible for the development and implementation of the Project Quality Management and Safety plans according to Sundt standards as part of the project management plan (PMP).
-
Responsible for the timely completion of all punch lists and develops a schedule as required by the owner for the successful start-up and commissioning of all systems.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Excellent communication, organizational, and supervisory skills are essential.
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Four-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience required.
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Must have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), negotiations, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety.
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Must have construction project and supervision experience in similar types of facilities.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
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May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
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May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
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May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
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Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
-
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
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Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
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Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
-
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
-
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
SAFETY LEVEL
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

JOB SUMMARY
The Project Superintendent (PS) will plan, coordinate, and supervise the field and/or administrative operations of projects. They will provide technical direction and have responsibility for the safety, costs, productivity, profitability, and overall quality of the work (including self-performed work) for the project(s). The PS will establish productivity goals and measure performance as well as schedule labor, materials, and equipment, including the work of subcontractors and may supervise one or more field superintendents. This position includes several 'steps', which provide for a progression of skill and experience.
- Project Superintendent I is capable of less complex projects of $20 million and under with typically 3-5 years' experience in this position.
- Project Superintendent II is capable of medium scale projects of $20-$50 million in size with typically 5-10 years' experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Assists in the review of shop drawings, submittals, subcontract change orders and purchase orders.
-
Collaborates with the Project Manager to develop the project management plan (PMP) including the project scope management plan, procurement plan, environmental plan, time management plan, financial plan, quality management and safety plans and risk management process.
-
Conducts weekly coordination meetings with project teams and subcontractors and prepares daily field status reports.
-
Coordinates the documentation of constructability issues, potential design conflicts and clarifications with the appropriate personnel.
-
Develops and manages the construction plan for the successful execution of the work performed.
-
Ensures work is executed according to contract terms and conditions in a profitable manner.
-
Interacts effectively with owners, teams and other stakeholders to maintain a positive project environment and exceptional client experience.
-
Manages field operations. Is responsible for project success, including profitability, safety, schedule, quality and customer satisfaction.
-
Prepares and updates the original CPM Project Schedule and ensures the schedule is kept current to manage the project appropriately while utilizing LEAN processes and Weekly Work Plans.
-
Prevents claims, identify potential claims, quantify, document, mitigate/resolve the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis.
-
Provides leadership and guidance to assigned project team members and subcontractors. Plans, reviews, develops and manages the project team to ensure relentless execution of the project.
-
Responsible for the development and implementation of the Project Quality Management and Safety plans according to Sundt standards as part of the project management plan (PMP).
-
Responsible for the timely completion of all punch lists and develops a schedule as required by the owner for the successful start-up and commissioning of all systems.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
-
Excellent communication, organizational, and supervisory skills are essential.
-
Four-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience required.
-
Must have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), negotiations, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety.
-
Must have construction project and supervision experience in similar types of facilities.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
-
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
-
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
-
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
-
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
-
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
-
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
-
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
-
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
-
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
-
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
SAFETY LEVEL
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
BENEFIT LIST
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Project Superintendent
Align your degree to the Engineer category
TN classification for Project Superintendent typically routes through the Engineer occupational category. Your degree field, civil, structural, or construction engineering, needs to match what the job description requires, not just what you've been doing for years.
Request an employer support letter early
Your offer letter alone won't satisfy a CBP officer. Ask your employer to draft a separate support letter detailing your role, required qualifications, and that the position is temporary in nature. Get this before you finalize your start date.
Target general contractors with active federal projects
General contractors working on federally funded infrastructure projects are more accustomed to visa sponsorship processes. Search for firms with recent visa filings in construction management to identify employers experienced with cross-border hiring. These employers are more likely to understand the support letter requirements and documentation needed for TN status.
Prepare for scope questions at the port of entry
Canadian applicants applying at the border should expect detailed questions about your supervisory responsibilities and who you'll report to. Bring your project org chart and a brief role summary, CBP officers adjudicate TN applications on the spot with no opportunity to supplement.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filtering job postings by TN sponsorship willingness isn't straightforward on general platforms. Migrate Mate surfaces Project Superintendent roles where employers have confirmed TN sponsorship, saving you from pursuing opportunities that stall at the offer stage.
Verify your credential equivalency before filing
Mexican applicants with degrees from non-U.S. institutions should obtain a credential evaluation confirming their degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's. USCIS and CBP both scrutinize this for technical roles, and a missing evaluation is a common denial trigger.
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Find Project Superintendent JobsProject Superintendent TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Project Superintendent role actually qualify for a TN visa?
It can, but the classification depends on how the role is defined. Project Superintendent positions typically qualify under the Engineer category, which requires that the job duties involve professional-level engineering work and that you hold a relevant engineering or construction management degree. Purely supervisory or trades-oversight roles without an engineering foundation are harder to support under TN.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Project Superintendent compare to H-1B?
TN sponsorship is faster and more predictable for Canadian and Mexican citizens. There's no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and Canadian applicants can receive approval at a port of entry the same day they present their documents. H-1B requires filing months in advance, entering a lottery, and waiting for an October start date. For a Project Superintendent with a firm job offer, TN is almost always the faster path.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed offer letter or support letter that describes your job title, duties, required qualifications, the temporary nature of the position, and your compensation. For Project Superintendent roles, it helps to include the specific projects you'll oversee and which engineering disciplines your work involves. Without a thorough employer letter, CBP or USCIS adjudicators have grounds to question the classification.
Where can I find Project Superintendent jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job postings don't specify TN sponsorship, which means you often spend weeks in conversations with employers who later decline to support a TN application. Migrate Mate filters roles by confirmed TN sponsorship, so you can focus your search on Project Superintendent positions where the employer has already committed to the process.
Can I renew my TN visa if the construction project I was hired for ends?
Yes, but you'll need a new qualifying job offer from a new employer or a renewed offer from your existing employer for a different project. TN status is tied to a specific employer and role, not to you individually. If your project wraps up and your employment ends, you'll need to either secure a new sponsoring employer or depart the U.S. before your authorized period expires.
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