Intern, Pre-Construction Services

About the Role

Gray Construction is seeking a Pre-Construction Services Intern for its Birmingham, AL office in Summer 2027. Gray is a fully integrated design-builder delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, Gray has grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked industry leader, serving top domestic and international companies in the following markets: Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Advanced Technology, and Distribution. Our integrated approach allows us to deliver value at every phase of a project—from designing and building state-of-the-art facilities to fabricating custom process equipment and implementing advanced automation. What truly defines Gray is our people. Our success is driven by passionate, collaborative team members who take pride in their work, value strong relationships, and are committed to doing the right thing for our customers and one another. At Gray, you'll find a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Hard worker who has an appetite for learning
• Energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development
• High achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company

Responsibilities

• Support the pre-construction team with proposal efforts
• Solicit bids from subcontractors using our web-based platform
• Assist in coordinating proposal and bid package information or the coordination of document release
• Coordinate tracking bid status, vendor relations, and meeting minutes
• Support the coordination and scheduling of proposal activities
• Organize and save proposal documents
• Call and engage with subcontractors during the proposal phase
• Write scopes of work
• Responsible for take-offs for assigned divisions of work
• Evaluate bids received from subcontractors
• Maintain and update the department's unit rate and lead time tracker
• Maintain and update the department's proposal processes
• Create and maintain departmental electronic files, forms, and brochures
• Conduct research and compile statistical reports
• Assist in composing and processing routine correspondence
• Coordinate and arrange meetings and events, including preparing agendas, reserving and preparing facilities, and transcription of meeting minutes
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands & Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Generally, normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Overtime may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. No supervisory responsibilities.