Construction F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Indiana
Construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Indiana are concentrated among large engineering and infrastructure firms operating across Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and the broader I-65 corridor. Companies like Skanska, AECOM, and Wabash National have active Indiana presences. Roles in civil engineering, construction technology, and project controls are the most common entry points for STEM OPT candidates in the state.
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Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
The Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Senior Engineer will become a strategic asset within a growing business unit and the key member of our project teams for the most creative builder in America. As part of VDC team you will be involved in a range of activities throughout the design-build cycle that are essential for a successful project delivery. These activities include support and implementation of Clayco’s Digital Practice Technology in a variety of tasks as they relate to design analysis, design process, pre-construction, construction, and the facility handover. This is a critical support role with opportunity to become one of our VDC industry experts.
The Specifics of the Role
- Provide assistance to the design-build team to facilitate 3D and 2D coordination.
- Liaison with the design team and project subcontractors through multitude of BIM centric activities.
- Provide technical support for a range of application used in-house.
- Assist Pre-Con with quantities extraction and scheduling.
- Assist and coach the project teams in the use of companywide BIM best practices.
- Coordinate 3D content modeled by others and model any content not provided.
- Perform 4D virtual building analysis on model working closely with scheduling, project managers, and superintendents.
- Perform 5D virtual building analysis in close collaboration with the estimating team.
- Perform and document clash detection on virtual building model as well as assist in conflict resolution.
- Perform material quantity take-off of building model for conceptual estimating purposes utilizing leading edge BIM technologies.
- Manage model changes through design updates and as built conditions.
- Serve as the information manager and content gatekeeper for the duration of project.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
- 3-5 years of experience in AEC industry, in particular MEP coordination.
- Minimum 3 years of experience with VDC/BIM related processes.
- Solid knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with a combination of the following applications: Autodesk Building Design Suite (Revit, Assemble Systems, AutoCAD, Navisworks).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with a combination of the following applications: Structionsite, DroneDeploy, and BIM 360/ACC cloud-based technology.
- Willing to travel and/or relocate to a job site.
Some Things You Should Know
- Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast.
- This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
Why Clayco?
- 2024 Best Places to Work – Crain’s Chicago Business, St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2024 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
- 2024 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2024 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 5).
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
- The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
About us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
The Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Senior Engineer will become a strategic asset within a growing business unit and the key member of our project teams for the most creative builder in America. As part of VDC team you will be involved in a range of activities throughout the design-build cycle that are essential for a successful project delivery. These activities include support and implementation of Clayco’s Digital Practice Technology in a variety of tasks as they relate to design analysis, design process, pre-construction, construction, and the facility handover. This is a critical support role with opportunity to become one of our VDC industry experts.
The Specifics of the Role
- Provide assistance to the design-build team to facilitate 3D and 2D coordination.
- Liaison with the design team and project subcontractors through multitude of BIM centric activities.
- Provide technical support for a range of application used in-house.
- Assist Pre-Con with quantities extraction and scheduling.
- Assist and coach the project teams in the use of companywide BIM best practices.
- Coordinate 3D content modeled by others and model any content not provided.
- Perform 4D virtual building analysis on model working closely with scheduling, project managers, and superintendents.
- Perform 5D virtual building analysis in close collaboration with the estimating team.
- Perform and document clash detection on virtual building model as well as assist in conflict resolution.
- Perform material quantity take-off of building model for conceptual estimating purposes utilizing leading edge BIM technologies.
- Manage model changes through design updates and as built conditions.
- Serve as the information manager and content gatekeeper for the duration of project.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
- 3-5 years of experience in AEC industry, in particular MEP coordination.
- Minimum 3 years of experience with VDC/BIM related processes.
- Solid knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with a combination of the following applications: Autodesk Building Design Suite (Revit, Assemble Systems, AutoCAD, Navisworks).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with a combination of the following applications: Structionsite, DroneDeploy, and BIM 360/ACC cloud-based technology.
- Willing to travel and/or relocate to a job site.
Some Things You Should Know
- Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast.
- This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
Why Clayco?
- 2024 Best Places to Work – Crain’s Chicago Business, St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2024 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
- 2024 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2024 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 5).
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
- The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
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Which construction companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Indiana?
Large engineering and construction firms with Indiana operations are the most consistent sponsors. Companies such as AECOM, Skanska, Parsons, and Black & Veatch have filed Labor Condition Applications for STEM-related construction roles in the state. General contractors managing major infrastructure and commercial development projects are more likely to sponsor than smaller residential builders, which typically lack the HR infrastructure to support OPT authorization.
Which cities in Indiana have the most construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Indianapolis accounts for the largest share of construction sponsorship activity in Indiana, driven by ongoing commercial development, public infrastructure investment, and proximity to large engineering firm offices. Fort Wayne and South Bend also see hiring for civil and structural engineering roles tied to regional infrastructure projects. Columbus, Indiana has notable activity linked to advanced manufacturing facility construction, which creates demand for construction engineering talent.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify generally require a degree in a STEM field directly applicable to the position. In construction, this includes civil engineer, structural engineer, geotechnical engineer, construction project engineer, BIM coordinator, and cost estimator roles. Positions requiring degrees in civil engineering, construction management, or environmental engineering are most commonly approved. Field-only or trades-based roles without a STEM degree requirement typically do not qualify for STEM OPT.
How do I find construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Indiana?
Migrate Mate filters construction job listings by visa type, so you can search specifically for Indiana employers with F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history. Because not all construction companies advertise visa sponsorship in job postings, checking employer LCA filing records through Migrate Mate gives you a clearer picture of which Indiana firms have actually sponsored STEM OPT candidates for engineering and construction roles in the past.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Indiana construction?
Indiana does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements beyond federal USCIS and DOL rules, but construction employers must still meet prevailing wage standards verified through the OFLC Wage Search for the specific county and occupation. Indiana's active infrastructure investment, including highway expansion and utility projects, creates project-based hiring cycles, meaning sponsorship opportunities can be tied to contract awards rather than steady-state recruitment. STEM OPT authorization must be maintained continuously, so project-end transitions require careful planning.