Construction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
Tennessee's construction sector is expanding steadily, driven by major infrastructure projects, industrial facility builds, and commercial development across Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. Canadian and Mexican professionals in engineering, architecture, and project management roles may qualify for TN visa sponsorship with contractors like Skanska, Turner Construction, and large civil engineering firms active in the state.
Find Construction JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 43+ Construction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee










See all 43+ Construction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Construction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee.
Get Access To All Jobs
Requisition ID: 182050
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Nuclear
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools and safety programs available. We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship. Kiewit Nuclear Solution is looking to hire a professional structural engineer with dedication to renewable energy to join our growing team.
Location
* Lenexa, KS, Houston, TX, Knoxville, TN, Itasca, IL. Other locations may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Perform as individual contributor with minimum supervision from senior engineers and managers.
- Perform static and dynamic analyses utilizing software tools such as ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT Strudl, Staad Pro, LS-Dyna or similar.
- Design buildings and building foundations, equipment platforms and foundations, pipe racks, and miscellaneous concrete and steel structures.
- Prepare quantities, cost estimates, and other supporting documentation for projects.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and regulatory endorsed industry codes and standards for all deliverables.
- Follow and ensure compliance with Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Quality Assurance.
- Support estimates, FEED, Detailed engineering, procurement and construction support activities.
- Prepare project design criteria, design calculations, and technical specification documents.
- Support structural department tools and workflows initiatives.
- Support projects delivery within specified project budget and schedule.
- Interface with designers and review drawings prior to sealing them.
- Interface with other disciplines and stakeholders and ensure multi-disciplinary review of all related engineering documentation.
- Provide guidance to Junior staff to develop engineering documentation.
- Comply with engineering and project change management requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master’s is an asset).
- PE registration in at least one state.
- 5-10 years of structural engineering design experience in the nuclear, conventional power or industrial building sectors.
- Experience in nuclear sector is an asset.
- Major industrial buildings experience, nuclear is preferred. Design, Analysis, site experience is an asset.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with North American design codes including IBC, ASCE7, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 318, ACI 349, AISC360, AISC N690.
- Seismic design and analysis (e.g.: equivalent static, and response spectrum) experience is a must.
- Knowledge and experience of ASME BPVC Section III is an asset.
- Excellent oral and written communication.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
- 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 core hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Work paid overtime as required.
Working Conditions
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.
- FIELD ROLES ONLY: May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Base Compensation
$115,000/yr - $120,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our full-time 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.
TN Construction Job Roles in Tennessee
See all 43+ Construction TN Jobs in Tennessee
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search Construction Jobs in TennesseeConstruction TN Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor TN visas in Tennessee?
Large general contractors and engineering firms with active Tennessee operations are the most common TN visa sponsors in construction. Companies like Skanska, Turner Construction, AECOM, and Jacobs Engineering have filed TN-supporting Labor Condition Applications for professional roles in the state. Specialty engineering consultancies and architecture firms working on Tennessee's growing industrial and infrastructure pipeline also sponsor qualified Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most construction TN sponsorship jobs?
Nashville leads Tennessee for construction TN sponsorship opportunities, driven by sustained commercial development, mixed-use projects, and infrastructure investment across the metro area. Memphis is active in logistics facility construction and civil infrastructure tied to its distribution corridor. Knoxville and Chattanooga also generate sponsorship demand, particularly for civil engineers and project managers supporting regional transportation and industrial projects.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN visa eligibility in construction is limited to professional-level roles that require at least a bachelor's degree in a qualifying field. Engineers (civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical), architects, urban planners, and project managers with relevant degrees are the roles most commonly supported. General trades, site labor, and supervisory roles that don't require a specific professional degree do not qualify under the TN category.
How do I find construction TN sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate lists construction jobs in Tennessee where employers are open to TN visa sponsorship, filtered specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals. You can browse roles by job type, location, and visa category to identify positions in civil engineering, architecture, and project management across Nashville, Memphis, and other Tennessee markets. Migrate Mate removes the guesswork of identifying which postings are realistically open to TN candidates.
Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for TN visa sponsorship in construction?
Tennessee has no state-level visa or work authorization requirements beyond federal TN rules, but the state's active infrastructure investment means employers here are accustomed to sponsoring professional-level construction roles. Projects tied to federal contracts or public infrastructure may have additional compliance requirements that affect how employers structure sponsorship. Canadian citizens can enter on a TN at the port of entry, while Mexican nationals require consular visa processing before starting work.