Construction Jobs in Illinois with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Construction F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago and its suburbs, where firms like Turner Construction, Skanska, and Pepper Construction regularly hire students for project management, civil engineering, and estimating roles. Illinois's active infrastructure pipeline and university pipeline from programs at UIUC and IIT make it a real market for CPT-eligible students.
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Job Title
Property Administrator (CRE)
Job Description Summary
Performs the administrative functions of the Property Management Team assuring a high level of professionalism in property issues, including timely response to and resolution of any tenant requests or concerns.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- May be responsible for one or more of the following:
- Provide full administrative support, including phone support, typing reports, filing and distribution of correspondence
- Schedule and coordinate meetings/special events, as requested
- Assist in lease administration activities, including tenant contacts and insurance information; generate reports
- Prepare and coordinate bid proposals, service contracts and approved invoices. Assist in bidding process and assist Property Manager(s) in their efforts to ensure compliance with C&W’s policies and procedures
- Prepare and code invoices for Property Manager’s approval
- Ensure office is stocked with office supplies and other required items to maintain the office
- Ensure prompt and accurate completion of contract and certificates of insurance information in contract administration software
- Track and file contracts and insurance certificates; maintain follow-up system for expirations
- Monitor and maintain the property maintenance work order system and prepare monthly reports for Property Manager on status of tenant work orders
- Maintain the property purchase order system
- Maintain lease and contract files, as well as other files located within the property management office
- Promote and foster positive relationships with tenants and clients and track service calls as required
- Assist with monthly and quarterly management reports as well as annual budget preparation
- Process management and maintenance staff hours, tenant bill back invoices through accounting, expense reports, monthly meter readings of properties, and check requests for review and approval
KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
2. Customer Focus (internal and external)
3. Organization Skills
4. Interpersonal Skills
5. Initiative
6. Multi-tasking
IMPORTANT EDUCATION
High school diploma/GED equivalent; Bachelor Degree preferred
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
Customer service experience preferred
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to give and take direction and to interface with decision makers in a professional manner and maintain confidential information
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
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 may need to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time. They must be able to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $25.25 - $29.711538
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

Job Title
Property Administrator (CRE)
Job Description Summary
Performs the administrative functions of the Property Management Team assuring a high level of professionalism in property issues, including timely response to and resolution of any tenant requests or concerns.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- May be responsible for one or more of the following:
- Provide full administrative support, including phone support, typing reports, filing and distribution of correspondence
- Schedule and coordinate meetings/special events, as requested
- Assist in lease administration activities, including tenant contacts and insurance information; generate reports
- Prepare and coordinate bid proposals, service contracts and approved invoices. Assist in bidding process and assist Property Manager(s) in their efforts to ensure compliance with C&W’s policies and procedures
- Prepare and code invoices for Property Manager’s approval
- Ensure office is stocked with office supplies and other required items to maintain the office
- Ensure prompt and accurate completion of contract and certificates of insurance information in contract administration software
- Track and file contracts and insurance certificates; maintain follow-up system for expirations
- Monitor and maintain the property maintenance work order system and prepare monthly reports for Property Manager on status of tenant work orders
- Maintain the property purchase order system
- Maintain lease and contract files, as well as other files located within the property management office
- Promote and foster positive relationships with tenants and clients and track service calls as required
- Assist with monthly and quarterly management reports as well as annual budget preparation
- Process management and maintenance staff hours, tenant bill back invoices through accounting, expense reports, monthly meter readings of properties, and check requests for review and approval
KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
2. Customer Focus (internal and external)
3. Organization Skills
4. Interpersonal Skills
5. Initiative
6. Multi-tasking
IMPORTANT EDUCATION
High school diploma/GED equivalent; Bachelor Degree preferred
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
Customer service experience preferred
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to give and take direction and to interface with decision makers in a professional manner and maintain confidential information
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
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 may need to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time. They must be able to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $25.25 - $29.711538
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Which construction companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in Illinois?
Large general contractors and engineering firms with established Illinois operations are the most common CPT sponsors in construction. Companies like Turner Construction, Skanska USA, Pepper Construction, and AECOM have Chicago-area offices and have historically worked with university co-op and internship programs. Smaller specialty contractors occasionally offer CPT placements too, but larger firms with formal internship structures are more likely to have the HR processes in place to support CPT authorization.
Which cities in Illinois have the most construction F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the large majority of construction CPT opportunities in Illinois, driven by ongoing commercial development, transit expansion, and infrastructure projects. Suburban markets like Schaumburg, Naperville, and Rosemont also have activity, particularly for civil and site engineering roles tied to regional road and utility projects. Downstate Illinois has a smaller market, though Champaign-Urbana occasionally sees CPT placements connected to University of Illinois construction and facilities projects.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Illinois?
Roles that directly apply coursework from an accredited engineering, construction management, or architecture program are the strongest fit for CPT authorization. Common qualifying positions include project engineer intern, construction management intern, estimating intern, civil engineering intern, and BIM coordination intern. Field laborer or general site worker roles typically do not qualify because they lack the direct academic connection required for CPT approval by a Designated School Official.
How do I find construction F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students seeking visa-sponsored roles and lets you filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface construction CPT positions in Illinois directly. Beyond using Migrate Mate, it helps to reach out to your university's career center early, since many Illinois schools have existing relationships with local construction firms that recruit CPT students. DSO authorization must be in place before your start date, so begin the job search at least two to three months ahead.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship in construction?
Illinois does not impose state-level restrictions on CPT employment beyond federal requirements, but construction roles often involve licensed activity oversight. Students in CPT roles are working under employer supervision, not holding individual licenses, so this is generally not a barrier. One practical consideration is that Chicago's union-heavy construction environment means some site-based roles may be restricted to union members, which can limit the types of hands-on placements available to CPT students compared to office-based project or engineering intern roles.
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