Estimating Internship- Heavy Civil Infrastructure Summer 2027 - PA, MD, VA

About the role

Fay, S&B USA Construction builds complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic such as major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership. Safety, quality, and schedule are not checkboxes here — they are the standard we hold ourselves to on every project, every day. Whether you are early in your career looking for the kind of project exposure that accelerates growth, or a seasoned professional ready to lead work at the highest level, you will find both here. We invest in the people who build with us, and the projects we take on reflect that commitment. We provide our intern students with the chance to learn various aspects of the construction process. Our interns are assigned meaningful duties, which help advance the efforts of the company and give the students a broad introduction to the field of Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

Quantity Takeoffs & Bid Preparation

• Perform quantity takeoffs from plan sets for earthwork, concrete, drainage, and other civil work items.
• Assist in organizing and assembling bid packages for heavy civil construction projects.
• Review project specifications and drawings to identify scope of work.
• Assist senior estimators with assembling bid documents.
• Build familiarity with DOT standard specifications and pay item structures.

Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination

• Solicit and log subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Maintain bid solicitation lists and track quote deadlines.
• Compare vendor pricing and assist in scope leveling.

Cost Estimating Support

• Shadow senior estimators during bid reviews and strategy meetings.
• Research historical data and production rates to support estimate development.
• Assist in analyzing production rates for equipment and labor crews.
• Participate in pre-bid site visits and job walks.

Qualifications

• Completion of one year in a Civil Engineering, General Engineering or Construction Management degree program
• Excellent Computer and Communication skills

Core Values

• Work Safely: Safety is our Culture
• Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
• Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients
• Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust
• Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

Many of our intern students go on to become full-time employees with us upon graduation.