Construction Project Manager Intern or Co-Op (Summer 2027)

About the role

Are you a passionate problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? Do you take pride in doing the right thing and delivering quality work with integrity? Are you excited to learn how construction projects come to life — from the first idea to the final walkthrough? If so, this opportunity is for you. At ARCO Design/Build, we’re building the next generation of industry leaders. Join us and discover what it means to be part of one of the nation’s top design/build construction firms.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to the full lifecycle of a project while working alongside experienced professionals.
• Learn ARCO’s concept-to-completion project management approach.
• Assist with estimating and takeoffs, including describing project proposals and assigning accurate dollar values.
• Help create timelines for subcontractors and trades activities.
• Attend design meetings with owners, structural engineers, and architects.
• Prepare weekly reports, document progress, and track meeting action items.
• Shadow project calls and site meetings to observe Design/Build Managers.
• Assist with buyout: send bid instructions, schedules, and drawings to subcontractors; evaluate proposals; and help award subcontracts.
• Complete and submit permit applications with necessary documents and fees to city, county, and fire authorities.
• Receive and route shop drawings and submittals to DBMs, and communicate approvals to subcontractors.
• Learn about subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, and pay applications.
• Visit job sites with DBMs to monitor project progress.
• Attend offsite trainings and biweekly learning sessions provided by the Learning and Development team.
• Gain exposure to business development strategies and client relationship-building.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be considered).
• Driver’s License.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Previous Co-op or Intern experience in construction preferred, but not required.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities.
• Housing stipend available based on need.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for interns working at least 3 months.
• Professional development through training and mentorship.
• Company-sponsored lunches, happy hours, and networking events.
• Fully stocked kitchens with drinks and snacks.
• A fun, inclusive work environment.

ARCO’s culture is guided by four core values: treat people fairly and do the right thing, understand our customers’ business and solve their problems, be positive and upbeat, and create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit.