Construction OPT Jobs in Arizona
Construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Arizona are concentrated in the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas, where firms like Hensel Phelps, McCarthy Building Companies, and DPR Construction regularly hire international graduates in engineering and project management roles. Arizona's sustained population growth and active commercial development pipeline make it one of the more active states for construction hiring.
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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.
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Scheduler will provide technical assistance in creating and updating CPM schedules at all phases of each project throughout their duration, from conceptual to close-out. You will be Sundt Construction's in-house scheduling expert, including coordinating the CPM schedule creation and updating tasks directly with the project superintendent. The Project Scheduler produces and delivers various reports from the CPM schedule to the project team and may supervise one or more Project Scheduler assistants. The Project Scheduler I position includes 3-5 years CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assists in the development of claims by providing analysis of project CPM schedule performance.
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Assists the Project Superintendent with the incorporation into the CPM schedule the effects from design conflicts and clarifications.
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Assists the project superintendent with the management of the CPM schedule for the successful execution of the work, including the coordination of the means and methods, manpower, equipment and material resources required to accomplish this goal.
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Conducts project CPM schedule review meetings at each of proposal, baseline and update phases.
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Creates the baseline schedule based on logic and sequence information provided by the project superintendent.
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Develops proposal phase CPM schedules from project information provided by the estimating team and historical database.
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Produce a final as-built CPM schedule at the completion of each project.
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Provides reports each month to the general manager indicating the status of the CPM schedule for each project.
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Regularly updates and maintains the historical CPM schedule database.
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Revises each project CPM schedule on a weekly basis from reports completed by the project superintendent.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential.
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Five years or more of CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction.
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Four-year construction management or engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
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Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
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Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), scheduling systems, negotiations, engineering and cost control schedules.
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.
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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/workday.
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Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis.
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Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
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:
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Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
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Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
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Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
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Flexible Time Off (FTO)
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Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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Employee Assistance Program
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Workplace Wellness Programs
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Mental Health Program
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Life and Disability Insurance
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Employee-Owner Perks
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Educational Assistance
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Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
INTRODUCTION
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.
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Scheduler will provide technical assistance in creating and updating CPM schedules at all phases of each project throughout their duration, from conceptual to close-out. You will be Sundt Construction's in-house scheduling expert, including coordinating the CPM schedule creation and updating tasks directly with the project superintendent. The Project Scheduler produces and delivers various reports from the CPM schedule to the project team and may supervise one or more Project Scheduler assistants. The Project Scheduler I position includes 3-5 years CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Assists in the development of claims by providing analysis of project CPM schedule performance.
-
Assists the Project Superintendent with the incorporation into the CPM schedule the effects from design conflicts and clarifications.
-
Assists the project superintendent with the management of the CPM schedule for the successful execution of the work, including the coordination of the means and methods, manpower, equipment and material resources required to accomplish this goal.
-
Conducts project CPM schedule review meetings at each of proposal, baseline and update phases.
-
Creates the baseline schedule based on logic and sequence information provided by the project superintendent.
-
Develops proposal phase CPM schedules from project information provided by the estimating team and historical database.
-
Produce a final as-built CPM schedule at the completion of each project.
-
Provides reports each month to the general manager indicating the status of the CPM schedule for each project.
-
Regularly updates and maintains the historical CPM schedule database.
-
Revises each project CPM schedule on a weekly basis from reports completed by the project superintendent.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
-
Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential.
-
Five years or more of CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction.
-
Four-year construction management or engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
-
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
-
Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), scheduling systems, negotiations, engineering and cost control schedules.
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/workday.
-
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/workday.
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
OPT Construction Job Roles in Arizona
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Search Construction Jobs in ArizonaConstruction OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Arizona?
Large general contractors and engineering firms with a significant Arizona presence, including Hensel Phelps, DPR Construction, McCarthy Building Companies, and Sundt Construction, have histories of hiring international graduates in technical roles. These firms tend to work on large commercial, healthcare, and infrastructure projects that require degreed professionals, making them more likely to engage with F-1 OPT candidates than smaller residential contractors.
Which cities in Arizona have the most construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix accounts for the large majority of construction sponsorship activity in Arizona, driven by ongoing commercial, multifamily, and infrastructure development across the greater metro area. Tempe and Scottsdale also have active project pipelines. Tucson is a secondary market with meaningful activity tied to the University of Arizona and regional healthcare construction. Smaller markets like Mesa and Chandler are growing but offer fewer sponsoring employers.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that typically qualify are those requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, such as civil engineering, construction management, or architecture. Common titles include project engineer, site engineer, estimator, and BIM coordinator. General labor, craft, and supervision roles that do not require a relevant degree are unlikely to qualify for OPT authorization, since the work must align with the field of study listed on your degree.
How do I find construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry, so you can search directly for construction roles in Arizona without sorting through employers who do not sponsor. Beyond Migrate Mate, attending Arizona construction industry events and reaching out directly to the HR departments of large general contractors in the Phoenix metro can help identify open positions before they are widely posted.
Are there any Arizona-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in construction?
Arizona's construction sector is heavily tied to real estate cycles, so hiring volumes can shift with housing demand and commercial investment activity. The state's proximity to major infrastructure projects, including semiconductor fabrication plant construction in the Phoenix area, has increased demand for project engineers and technical roles, which aligns well with STEM OPT extension eligibility for civil and construction engineering graduates. Always confirm your specific degree qualifies for STEM OPT with your Designated School Official.