Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

This position is responsible for assisting construction engineering operations to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards. Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers.

Responsibilities

• Interpret design/drawings for takeoff and workforce for bidding and building construction projects.
• Prepare and distribute all required documentation such as status reports, punch lists describing work items to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, to supervisor.
• Provide technical support and direction regarding project materials meeting specifications, delivery dates and construction schedules.
• Assist with change orders and estimates by preparing drawing and sketches to support estimating and construction work to meet changing job requirements.
• Develop job essential data including quantity take-offs and material pricing to ensure accurate estimates and bids.
• Maintain accurate records of quantities for work performed and materials installed for cost controls on construction projects.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and currently working towards a bachelor’s degree.
• Field of Study: Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; technical training and related experience also considered.
• 0‑2 years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
• Physical demands: regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard; occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; close vision and ability to adjust focus required; subject to outside working conditions and may work around large construction equipment; must be safety‑conscious.

Skills

• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to perform trigonometric calculation either manually or with a calculator.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Team player.
• Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.

Benefits

In addition to building the next generation of builders, Granite invests in its interns by providing them access to a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more. Interns may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including the most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible interns. Granite also provides access to its 401(k) plan where interns are eligible for a 100% employer match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into the plan. Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Pay

Base hourly wage range: $24.00 – $27.00. Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.