Construction OPT Jobs in Idaho
Construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Idaho are concentrated in Boise, Meridian, and the broader Treasure Valley, where development activity has drawn employers like Engineered Structures Inc. and Givens Pursley-affiliated contractors. Civil engineering, project management, and structural roles tied to degree programs are the most common OPT-eligible positions available.
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INTRODUCTION
Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do. Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
This position is responsible for providing technical engineering and cost information to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards.
Essential Job Accountabilities
- Assist with job controls to ensure compliance with contract, budget, schedule, forecasting and job costing.
- Interpret design/drawings for craft workers installing material to ensure specifications are followed.
- Research and recommend resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interference, and errors, to verify that all completed work complies with applicable codes, drawing and specifications.
- Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records such as status reports, punch lists describing work items to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, to supervisor to provide accuracy.
- Provide technical support and direction regarding project material controls including delivery dates, construction schedules and design requirements to ensure additional costs are minimized.
- Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, change orders, and estimates to meet changing job requirements.
- Provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials to ensure a quality job.
- Develop job essential data including quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man hour, and equipment to ensure accurate estimates and bids.
- Research historical data and productivity analysis reports in order to compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.
- Maintain files of working documents for back-up to estimating figures to support accuracy of bid submission.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.
WORK EXPERIENCE
0 - 2 years construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Scheduling and AGTEK Take-off software.
- Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawing and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline.
- Ability to perform trigonometric calculation either manually or with a calculator.
- Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS
- Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
- Team player
- Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive
- Alternative shifts, including nights, weekends, and other non-standard schedules, may be required depending on project and client needs.
OUR BENEFITS AT A GLANCE:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
BASE SALARY RANGE:
$62,933.00 - $94,397.00* Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
ABOUT GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
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Search Construction Jobs in IdahoConstruction OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Idaho?
Idaho construction firms most likely to hire F-1 OPT candidates include engineering-heavy contractors and civil infrastructure companies operating in the Treasure Valley. Firms with dedicated engineering departments, such as those managing transportation, water, and commercial development projects, are more likely to sponsor because OPT authorization doesn't require employer petition filing, making it a lower administrative burden than H-1B visa sponsorship.
Which cities in Idaho have the most construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Boise accounts for the largest share of construction OPT opportunities in Idaho, driven by sustained commercial and residential development across the metro area. Meridian and Nampa, both fast-growing communities in Ada and Canyon counties, also generate demand for civil and structural engineering roles. Pocatello and Idaho Falls see smaller but consistent activity tied to infrastructure and public works projects.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
F-1 OPT eligibility requires that the role directly relates to your degree field. In construction, that typically means positions like civil engineer, structural engineer, construction project manager, geotechnical engineer, or construction materials testing technician for graduates with degrees in civil engineering, construction management, or related fields. General labor and trade roles without a degree-field connection generally don't qualify.
How do I find construction F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Idaho?
Migrate Mate lists construction jobs in Idaho filtered specifically for F-1 OPT candidates, so you can search without sifting through roles that don't offer visa support. Because Idaho's construction sector is smaller than major metros, using Migrate Mate's industry and visa filters helps surface relevant openings at firms already familiar with OPT authorization in engineering and project management roles.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Idaho's construction industry?
Idaho doesn't impose state-level visa requirements, but the state's construction market is more relationship-driven than coastal metros, meaning many hiring decisions happen through university recruiting pipelines at Boise State University and University of Idaho. Both schools have civil and construction engineering programs with employer partnerships, which can be a practical entry point for OPT candidates. Idaho's relatively lower contractor density also means fewer total sponsoring employers compared to states like Texas or California.