Intern - PM/Estimator - Foundations

About the role

The Civil Construction Internship provides students interested in pursuing a Project Manager/Estimator career track the opportunity to learn the role. Consideration for full-time employment is contingent on completion of the program, quality of work produced, the amount of interest displayed by the intern, and business need. The mentoring Project Manager/Estimator will provide direction, support, and encouragement for the Civil Construction Intern to develop an understanding of the responsibilities of the role. Civil Construction Internships are available within the following service groups: Earthwork, Utilities, Demolition, and Foundations.

Responsibilities

• Reviews plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project.
• Reviews jobsites before bidding to make appropriate estimates.
• Completes accurate takeoffs utilizing software.
• Performs hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project.
• Calculates quantities (square yard, linear feet, cubic yard, each, etc) for each project to factor materials needed and material movement.
• Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers.
• Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid.
• Constructs bids by adding activities (work to be completed), crews and equipment, adjusting production rates.
• Prints out bid proposals and creates proposal.
• Reviews bid with estimator or project manager.
• Observes the change order process.
• Attends project meetings.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-year education working toward completion of bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar discipline.
• At least 1 summer of construction work experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
• Ability to read, comprehend and act on simple instructions.
• Ability to respond to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.

Skills

• Prior experience using construction takeoff, bidding, and/or estimating software is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret project plans and specifications.

Pay

Base Compensation: $22 - 26/hr. The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience.

Schedule

8 to 10-hour workdays, Monday – Friday.

Benefits

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

The employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in an office environment with natural and/or fluorescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, attend off-site meetings, and lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted. The employee occasionally may encounter high noise levels, but hearing protection is provided/required.

Most often an office environment, however jobsite travel may be required. Employee frequently works alone and with others. Frequently exposed to variable work environments, including unique conditions outside a typical office environment. Occasionally exposed to moving machinery, loud noises, odors, dust, pressurized equipment. Occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. May be exposed to environmental conditions, and variable weather including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat.