Construction STEM OPT Jobs in New Jersey
Construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New Jersey are concentrated among large engineering and infrastructure firms operating across Newark, Jersey City, and the Route 1 corridor. Companies like AECOM, WSP, and Turner Construction have active New Jersey presences and established records of sponsoring STEM-designated roles in civil, structural, and environmental engineering.
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Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Field Engineer for our Newark AirTrain project site at Newark International Airport.
ABOUT TUTOR PERINI
Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance
The world relies on infrastructure — to ensure public safety, maintain a quality of life and support a healthy economy. For more than a century, Tutor Perini Corporation’s family of civil construction companies has supported the development and maintenance of infrastructure across our great nation.
We construct and rehabilitate highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water management and wastewater treatment facilities. In short, we help our clients make “public works” work. Our corporate integrity, financial strength and outstanding record of performance makes us an attractive partner on large, sophisticated infrastructure projects.
From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects.
Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent
Position Summary
The Field Engineer supports the project team in the planning, layout, coordination, and execution of civil construction activities for a bus terminal project. This role is responsible for field layout, quantity tracking, coordination with subcontractors, and ensuring work is performed in accordance with contract documents, schedules, and quality requirements.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Field Engineering & Layout
- Prepare and submit Construction Work Plans and Safe Work Plans
- Prepare engineering drawings and shop drawings
- Review coordinate Work Plans and Shop Drawings with Subcontractors
Construction Support
- Assist the Superintendent with daily field operations and work planning.
- Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure work aligns with drawings and specifications.
- Review construction drawings and RFIs; assist in identifying discrepancies or constructability issues.
- Support sequencing of work to maintain schedule milestones.
Documentation & Reporting
- Track quantities installed and assist with quantity takeoffs and production reporting.
- Maintain daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built documentation.
- Assist with submittals, RFIs, and field change documentation.
- Support progress photos and field records.
Quality & Safety
- Monitor work to ensure compliance with project quality standards and specifications.
- Participate in inspections with owners, engineers, and inspectors.
- Promote and enforce jobsite safety requirements and company safety policies.
Coordination & Communication
- Interface with project engineers, superintendents, inspectors, and design professionals.
- Coordinate with utility companies, transit agencies, and local authorities as required.
- Support turnover and closeout activities, including punch lists and as-built drawings.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited institution.
- Five (5)+ years of experience in civil construction (field or internship experience acceptable).
- Familiarity with civil/site construction including earthwork, utilities, concrete, and paving.
- Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, specifications, and schedules.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or field layout software preferred.
- Familiarity with surveying equipment and construction means and methods.
- Experience on transportation infrastructure projects (bus terminals, transit facilities, rail, airports).
- Exposure to public agency work (DOT, transit authorities).
- Knowledge of inspection and testing requirements for civil work.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
OUR MISSION
We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
OUR VISION
We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.
Equal Opportunity Employer
INTRODUCTION
Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Field Engineer for our Newark AirTrain project site at Newark International Airport.
ABOUT TUTOR PERINI
Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance
The world relies on infrastructure — to ensure public safety, maintain a quality of life and support a healthy economy. For more than a century, Tutor Perini Corporation’s family of civil construction companies has supported the development and maintenance of infrastructure across our great nation.
We construct and rehabilitate highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water management and wastewater treatment facilities. In short, we help our clients make “public works” work. Our corporate integrity, financial strength and outstanding record of performance makes us an attractive partner on large, sophisticated infrastructure projects.
From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects.
Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent
Position Summary
The Field Engineer supports the project team in the planning, layout, coordination, and execution of civil construction activities for a bus terminal project. This role is responsible for field layout, quantity tracking, coordination with subcontractors, and ensuring work is performed in accordance with contract documents, schedules, and quality requirements.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Field Engineering & Layout
- Prepare and submit Construction Work Plans and Safe Work Plans
- Prepare engineering drawings and shop drawings
- Review coordinate Work Plans and Shop Drawings with Subcontractors
Construction Support
- Assist the Superintendent with daily field operations and work planning.
- Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure work aligns with drawings and specifications.
- Review construction drawings and RFIs; assist in identifying discrepancies or constructability issues.
- Support sequencing of work to maintain schedule milestones.
Documentation & Reporting
- Track quantities installed and assist with quantity takeoffs and production reporting.
- Maintain daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built documentation.
- Assist with submittals, RFIs, and field change documentation.
- Support progress photos and field records.
Quality & Safety
- Monitor work to ensure compliance with project quality standards and specifications.
- Participate in inspections with owners, engineers, and inspectors.
- Promote and enforce jobsite safety requirements and company safety policies.
Coordination & Communication
- Interface with project engineers, superintendents, inspectors, and design professionals.
- Coordinate with utility companies, transit agencies, and local authorities as required.
- Support turnover and closeout activities, including punch lists and as-built drawings.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited institution.
- Five (5)+ years of experience in civil construction (field or internship experience acceptable).
- Familiarity with civil/site construction including earthwork, utilities, concrete, and paving.
- Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, specifications, and schedules.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or field layout software preferred.
- Familiarity with surveying equipment and construction means and methods.
- Experience on transportation infrastructure projects (bus terminals, transit facilities, rail, airports).
- Exposure to public agency work (DOT, transit authorities).
- Knowledge of inspection and testing requirements for civil work.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
OUR MISSION
We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
OUR VISION
We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Search Construction Jobs in New JerseyConstruction STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New Jersey?
Firms with consistent F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship activity in New Jersey's construction sector include AECOM, WSP Global, Turner Construction, Skanska, and Jacobs Engineering. These companies regularly hire civil, structural, and environmental engineers into STEM-designated roles. Smaller specialty contractors and geotechnical firms operating in the Newark and Trenton markets also sponsor periodically, though large ENR-ranked firms file with greater frequency.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Newark and Jersey City generate the highest concentration of construction sponsorship activity, driven by major infrastructure projects and proximity to the New York metropolitan market. Parsippany, Edison, and Princeton see demand from engineering consultancies with suburban office campuses. The Route 1 corridor between New Brunswick and Trenton also attracts civil and environmental engineering roles tied to transit, utility, and site development projects.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify must fall under STEM-designated classification codes. In construction, this typically covers civil engineering, structural engineering, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, and construction management positions with a quantitative or engineering focus. Project management roles tied to engineering degree requirements can also qualify. Field superintendent and purely supervisory roles without an engineering or technology degree component generally do not meet the STEM OPT designation threshold.
How do I find construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate filters construction jobs in New Jersey by visa type, showing only employers with documented F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history. You can search by role, city, and employer size without manually cross-referencing DOL disclosure data. Because Migrate Mate surfaces Labor Condition Application filing records, you can see which New Jersey construction firms have actively sponsored positions before applying, which makes your outreach more targeted and efficient.
Are there any New Jersey-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in construction?
New Jersey requires E-Verify enrollment for state contractors and subcontractors on public works projects, which means employers already in the E-Verify system, a prerequisite for STEM OPT sponsorship, are common in this sector. New Jersey's active infrastructure investment, including NJ Transit expansion and port development along the Hudson, sustains demand for STEM-eligible engineering roles. Students should confirm their specific role's STEM degree classification aligns with their degree field, as construction management programs vary in STEM designation.