Superintendent Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York
Superintendent roles in New York span construction, building management, and public infrastructure, with major employers including the New York City Department of Buildings, the MTA, and large commercial real estate operators across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. International candidates with relevant qualifications can find visa-sponsored positions in this competitive but consistently active market.
Find Superintendent JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 53+ Superintendent Jobs in New York with Visa Sponsorship
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 53+ Superintendent Jobs in New York with Visa Sponsorship
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Superintendent Jobs in New York with Visa Sponsorship.
Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 177336
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Eastern District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success for Kiewit. You will function as a field supervisor overseeing construction project operations and may have responsibility for multiple foremen, and/or laborers/craft workers. You will be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish project goals, either directly or through general foreman or foreman. You will also work to maintain positive working relationships with clients, architect/engineer, suppliers, subcontractors, and jobsite staff.
District Overview
Kiewit’s Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit’s Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.
Location
Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America – and maybe even beyond. Eastern District’s work predominately exists within the Great Lakes Area and the Northeast. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!
Responsibilities
- Act as a field supervisor overseeing construction operations on the project.
- Mentor and help to grow junior superintendents and other direct reports.
- Review and approve the balance of foremen, journeymen, and laborer’s composite labor rates.
- Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication).
- Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site.
- Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meetings with client for problem resolution and planning.
- Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections.
- Review, approve, and negotiate change orders.
- Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover.
- Create, update, review, and maintain daily reports and logs for record keeping purposes.
- Ensure that all performance evaluations are completed and documented in a timely fashion for direct reports.
- Recommend organizational, policy, procedural, and/or staff changes as needed.
- Review, approve, and/or reject promotions up to General Foremen.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of construction experience with at least 2 years being in a superintendent/leadership capacity supporting construction operations.
- Experience working on water and wastewater treatment and/or process plant construction projects.
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit’s policies, procedures, and software programs.
- Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise.
- Excellent organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong experience in leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation
$130,000 - $167,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 177336
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Eastern District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success for Kiewit. You will function as a field supervisor overseeing construction project operations and may have responsibility for multiple foremen, and/or laborers/craft workers. You will be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish project goals, either directly or through general foreman or foreman. You will also work to maintain positive working relationships with clients, architect/engineer, suppliers, subcontractors, and jobsite staff.
District Overview
Kiewit’s Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit’s Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.
Location
Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America – and maybe even beyond. Eastern District’s work predominately exists within the Great Lakes Area and the Northeast. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!
Responsibilities
- Act as a field supervisor overseeing construction operations on the project.
- Mentor and help to grow junior superintendents and other direct reports.
- Review and approve the balance of foremen, journeymen, and laborer’s composite labor rates.
- Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication).
- Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site.
- Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meetings with client for problem resolution and planning.
- Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections.
- Review, approve, and negotiate change orders.
- Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover.
- Create, update, review, and maintain daily reports and logs for record keeping purposes.
- Ensure that all performance evaluations are completed and documented in a timely fashion for direct reports.
- Recommend organizational, policy, procedural, and/or staff changes as needed.
- Review, approve, and/or reject promotions up to General Foremen.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of construction experience with at least 2 years being in a superintendent/leadership capacity supporting construction operations.
- Experience working on water and wastewater treatment and/or process plant construction projects.
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit’s policies, procedures, and software programs.
- Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise.
- Excellent organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong experience in leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation
$130,000 - $167,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Superintendent Job Roles in New York
See all 53+ Superintendent Jobs in New York
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search Superintendent Jobs in New YorkSuperintendent Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for superintendents in New York?
Large construction firms such as Turner Construction, Skanska USA, and AECOM have histories of sponsoring skilled workers in New York. Major public-sector employers including the MTA and the NYC School Construction Authority also sponsor foreign nationals for superintendent roles. Commercial real estate management companies operating large Manhattan or outer-borough portfolios represent another consistent source of sponsorship.
Which visa types are most common for superintendent roles in New York?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for superintendent roles that require a relevant bachelor's degree, such as construction management or civil engineering. The EB-3 employment-based green card is another pathway for skilled workers in building and facilities management. Candidates with extraordinary achievement in construction or infrastructure may also qualify for the O-1A, though that standard is demanding and fact-specific.
Which cities in New York have the most superintendent sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the overwhelming majority of superintendent sponsorship activity in the state, particularly Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, where large-scale construction and commercial real estate operations are concentrated. Buffalo and Albany see demand tied to public infrastructure projects and institutional facilities management, though sponsorship volume there is considerably lower than in the five boroughs.
How to find superintendent visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters superintendent listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you are not sorting through roles that will not support your immigration needs. New York superintendent positions on Migrate Mate span construction management, facilities oversight, and public infrastructure sectors. Setting up role and location filters for New York lets you monitor new sponsorship-eligible superintendent postings as they appear.
Are there state-specific considerations for superintendent visa sponsorship in New York?
New York enforces prevailing wage requirements under both state law and, where applicable, federal Davis-Bacon rules on public projects. Employers sponsoring H-1B workers for superintendent roles must certify that the offered wage meets the Department of Labor's prevailing wage for that occupation and location. New York City's active union environment, particularly in construction, can also affect which employer types routinely pursue visa sponsorship for superintendent positions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored superintendent jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.