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Senior MEP Project Managers lead mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems delivery on large-scale construction projects, a specialty occupation that qualifies for H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship. Engineering-related degrees and demonstrated project leadership are the core employer requirements. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The Project Superintendent - MEP is responsible for the efficient scheduling, management, and coordination of all subcontractors, construction trades, and labor crews to work in unity in order to ensure quality and construction progress according to the project Master Schedule. The Project Superintendent will have proven construction experience as a Superintendent, a history of leading, teaching, and mentoring others successfully, and the ability to thoroughly understand and follow plans, project specifications, design documents, code requirements, and other similar construction activities.
Location & Travel Details
You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build infrastructure projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in various states throughout the US. (Full List: NC, VA, GA, TX, FL, IA, WY) You’ll spend 6-8 months on average per project. If eligible, we offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses and relocation assistance. If eligible, the position includes a vehicle allowance. If eligible, travel home rotation will be one weekend per month away from the job site.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national general contractor and construction management firm and is part of the General Building group within MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure segment.
As MasTec’s vertical construction arm, Lemartec delivers complex projects across industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial markets. Led at the segment level by Manny García-Tuñón, the General Building Operating Group represents MasTec’s vertical construction capabilities and serves as the platform for future growth in this space. As a MasTec company, Lemartec maintains international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, enabling the execution of some of the most complex projects in the industries we serve. Through MasTec’s network of more than 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean, Lemartec is uniquely positioned to serve a diversified customer base. With experience across all 16 disciplines of construction, Lemartec combines deep technical expertise with the strength, scale, and financial backing of MasTec to successfully deliver projects of any size and complexity.
MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables, and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects, and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities:
- Permit document administration and control
- Complete review and understanding of subcontractor’s scope of work
- Coordinate safety meetings and overall responsibility for project safety
- Control project access and traffic
- Tool/equipment inventory, coordination and rental
- Coordinate, schedule and maintain records of all project testing and certificates including concrete and soil testing
- Coordinate with PM, PCM and PFE daily regarding project progress, S/C performance, QA/QC and reporting
- Complete “3-week look ahead schedule” and update master schedule with PCM
- Complete Daily Log Reports (Procore)
- Maintain “As Built” drawings for final submittal
- Coordinate and schedule project inspections
- Final inspection and proper close-out documentation
- Quality control of installed materials and Equipment
- Site layout and control of benchmarks
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
- minimum 3 years’ work experience as a construction Superintendent - In lieu of degree, 10+ years of work experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Must have project scheduling, planning, organization and document control
- Superior communication and organization skills, especially when managing subcontractors and inspectors
- OSHA Certification – In depth knowledge of OSHA safety standards and procedures
- Experience with the following software: Microsoft Office Suite, Scheduling Programs and Document
In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who possess the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:
- 10+ years of experience as a construction Superintendent
- Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera (P6)
- Experience in projects greater than $20 million
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Willingness to travel through the US
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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INTRODUCTION
The Project Superintendent - MEP is responsible for the efficient scheduling, management, and coordination of all subcontractors, construction trades, and labor crews to work in unity in order to ensure quality and construction progress according to the project Master Schedule. The Project Superintendent will have proven construction experience as a Superintendent, a history of leading, teaching, and mentoring others successfully, and the ability to thoroughly understand and follow plans, project specifications, design documents, code requirements, and other similar construction activities.
Location & Travel Details
You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build infrastructure projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in various states throughout the US. (Full List: NC, VA, GA, TX, FL, IA, WY) You’ll spend 6-8 months on average per project. If eligible, we offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses and relocation assistance. If eligible, the position includes a vehicle allowance. If eligible, travel home rotation will be one weekend per month away from the job site.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national general contractor and construction management firm and is part of the General Building group within MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure segment.
As MasTec’s vertical construction arm, Lemartec delivers complex projects across industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial markets. Led at the segment level by Manny García-Tuñón, the General Building Operating Group represents MasTec’s vertical construction capabilities and serves as the platform for future growth in this space. As a MasTec company, Lemartec maintains international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, enabling the execution of some of the most complex projects in the industries we serve. Through MasTec’s network of more than 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean, Lemartec is uniquely positioned to serve a diversified customer base. With experience across all 16 disciplines of construction, Lemartec combines deep technical expertise with the strength, scale, and financial backing of MasTec to successfully deliver projects of any size and complexity.
MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables, and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects, and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities:
- Permit document administration and control
- Complete review and understanding of subcontractor’s scope of work
- Coordinate safety meetings and overall responsibility for project safety
- Control project access and traffic
- Tool/equipment inventory, coordination and rental
- Coordinate, schedule and maintain records of all project testing and certificates including concrete and soil testing
- Coordinate with PM, PCM and PFE daily regarding project progress, S/C performance, QA/QC and reporting
- Complete “3-week look ahead schedule” and update master schedule with PCM
- Complete Daily Log Reports (Procore)
- Maintain “As Built” drawings for final submittal
- Coordinate and schedule project inspections
- Final inspection and proper close-out documentation
- Quality control of installed materials and Equipment
- Site layout and control of benchmarks
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
- minimum 3 years’ work experience as a construction Superintendent - In lieu of degree, 10+ years of work experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Must have project scheduling, planning, organization and document control
- Superior communication and organization skills, especially when managing subcontractors and inspectors
- OSHA Certification – In depth knowledge of OSHA safety standards and procedures
- Experience with the following software: Microsoft Office Suite, Scheduling Programs and Document
In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who possess the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:
- 10+ years of experience as a construction Superintendent
- Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera (P6)
- Experience in projects greater than $20 million
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Willingness to travel through the US
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Mep Project Manager
Frame your degree as specialty occupation evidence
USCIS requires MEP project management roles to meet the specialty occupation standard. A bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering directly supports this. Highlight your specific engineering discipline prominently in applications and interviews.
Lead with project scale and systems complexity
Employers sponsoring H-1B visas need to demonstrate the role requires specialized knowledge. Quantify your MEP project scope, total system value, building square footage, and team size, to make the specialty occupation argument concrete and compelling.
Target firms with established H-1B sponsorship history
Large MEP engineering and construction management firms, AECOM, Jacobs, Turner, and similar, file H-1B petitions regularly. Prioritize outreach to organizations with existing immigration infrastructure rather than smaller firms navigating sponsorship for the first time.
Prepare a portfolio showing cross-discipline coordination
Senior MEP roles require coordinating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems simultaneously. A documented portfolio of BIM coordination, clash detection, and commissioning oversight strengthens both your interview position and the employer's specialty occupation petition.
Address nonimmigrant intent directly for visa interviews
Consular officers assess ties to your home country. Prepare specific, factual answers about your project commitments, professional relationships, and post-assignment plans. Vague answers about returning home raise concerns that focused, concrete responses resolve.
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
If your engineering degree is from outside the U.S., a foreign credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency strengthens both your application and the employer's H-1B petition. Obtain this evaluation early so it's ready when an offer moves forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Senior MEP Project Manager qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Senior MEP Project Manager meets the H-1B visa specialty occupation standard because the role requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized engineering knowledge. USCIS expects a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, electrical, civil, or a directly related engineering field. Positions overseeing complex building systems, HVAC, power distribution, plumbing infrastructure, consistently receive approvals when the degree-to-job match is documented clearly.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my H-1B as an MEP Project Manager?
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or construction management is the standard baseline. Some employers also accept architectural engineering degrees. Three years of qualifying work experience can substitute for one year of formal education if your degree is only tangentially related. Foreign degrees require a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency before most employers will proceed with sponsorship.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor visas for Senior MEP Project Managers?
Large engineering and construction management firms with dedicated HR and legal teams are the most reliable sponsors, companies managing healthcare, data center, commercial high-rise, or infrastructure projects typically have established H-1B workflows. Specialty MEP subcontractors are less likely to sponsor due to the administrative overhead. Browse open roles on Migrate Mate to identify employers actively hiring foreign nationals in this category.
Can I qualify for an O-1 visa as a Senior MEP Project Manager?
O-1B applies to extraordinary ability in the arts; O-1A applies to sciences, education, business, or athletics. An experienced Senior MEP Project Manager with published technical work, industry awards, significant project credits on landmark buildings, or a judging or advisory role in professional associations could build a credible O-1A case. The bar is high, but senior professionals with 10-plus years of documented achievement on complex projects are realistic candidates.
Does my PMP or PE license help with H-1B sponsorship approval?
Both credentials strengthen your petition, though neither is required. A Professional Engineer license is particularly useful, it signals to USCIS that the role demands licensed, specialized expertise, which reinforces the specialty occupation argument. A PMP demonstrates project management competency but carries less weight for immigration purposes than an engineering licensure. Include both in your petition if you hold them.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Mep Project Manager jobs?
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.