Carolinas Internship & Co Op 25-26

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Comprehend and follow project site signage and supervisor instructions as directed.
• Provide progress reports to supervisor and be receptive to learning about construction management.
• Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to work activities.
• Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Participate in training, meetings, and orientation.
• Comply with safety protocols, follow safety expectations, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Attend project site visits to observe and document construction field activities.
• Absorb and apply knowledge from training sessions and mentorship opportunities.
• Assist with project start-up activities and provide support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
• Aid in the preparation and distribution of information for contract requirements to appropriate parties.
• Avoid and resolve conflicts with subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Assist with preparation of estimates for changes in work from subcontractors.
• Prepare and conduct correspondence and communication as directed to Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Monitor contractor compliance with Turner’s safety program, as directed.
• Assist with preparation of quantity take-offs and studies for project items using either traditional or computer-aided programs.
• Request and distribute subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work to assemble proposals for delivery system.
• Assist with project close out preparations.

Qualifications

• Enrolled and actively pursuing college or university accredited degree program or enrolled in a Co-op program, recommended majors include and not limited to Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related field of study, and at minimum 1 year of completed education, and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must be 18 years of age, to work at a construction project site.
• Desire to work in construction management and to learn about construction industry.
• Commitment to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement.
• Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills, in English language required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written information.
• Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate.
• Able to work independently, with direction and supervision, and in team environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.