Construction F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio draw engineers, project managers, and construction technology specialists to firms like Turner Construction, Messer Construction, and Gilbane Building Company, with active hiring in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Ohio's infrastructure investment and commercial development pipeline create demand for STEM-trained talent in roles that qualify under OPT STEM extension criteria.
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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 Ohio?
Large general contractors and engineering firms operating in Ohio are among the most active F-1 STEM OPT sponsors in the construction sector. Companies like Turner Construction, Messer Construction, Gilbane Building Company, and AECOM have Ohio offices and documented histories of hiring STEM-trained workers in roles such as structural engineering, civil engineering, and construction technology. Employers in infrastructure and heavy civil work also frequently hire STEM OPT candidates for project engineering positions.
Which cities in Ohio have the most construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads Ohio for construction STEM OPT hiring, driven by ongoing commercial development, data center construction, and state infrastructure projects. Cleveland supports demand through industrial redevelopment, port infrastructure, and healthcare facility construction. Cincinnati's cross-border regional economy with Indiana and Kentucky generates steady demand for civil and structural engineers. Smaller markets like Dayton and Akron also have active construction pipelines tied to manufacturing facility expansions and urban redevelopment.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for F-1 STEM OPT in construction must tie directly to a STEM-designated degree. Civil engineering, structural engineering, construction management with an engineering or technology degree, BIM coordination, and geotechnical engineering positions typically qualify. Roles in construction technology, project controls, and site safety engineering may also qualify depending on the employer's STEM designation and the specific degree held. General field supervisor or trades roles without a STEM degree component generally do not qualify.
How do I find construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for construction F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio, surfacing employers with verified Labor Condition Application filing history in the sector. This is more reliable than broad job searches because it shows which companies have already committed to STEM OPT sponsorship for construction roles in Ohio. Focus your search on Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where infrastructure investment and commercial construction activity are highest among Ohio's metro markets.
Are there Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in construction?
Ohio does not impose state-level visa requirements beyond federal F-1 STEM OPT rules, but construction employers in Ohio must comply with E-Verify as a condition of STEM OPT sponsorship, which is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers. Ohio's prevailing wage law applies to publicly funded construction projects, meaning STEM OPT workers on state or municipal contracts must be paid at DOL-certified prevailing wage levels. Employers bidding on Ohio Department of Transportation or public school construction projects are subject to these thresholds.