Mechanical, Project Intern

About the role

The Project Intern will assist the Project Team with coordinating project information for assigned department. The position is located in Shippingport, PA 15077 and reports to the Project Manager. It is a non-exempt hourly position.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in driving project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion.
• Review contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover.
• Attend walk-throughs.
• Affirm documents are centrally saved in the project’s chosen document control software.
• Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.
• Support project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements.
• Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as required or directed by the Project Manger.
• Track deliveries of major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements, and anticipate delivery dates.
• (Request proper delivery notice at that time).
• Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foreman.
• Support accounting department in monthly billings and collections and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with foreman regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through).
• Gather information for changes in work and turnover to estimating for pricing.
• P.M. will finalize C.O. pricing after estimating completes takeoff and attempt to maximize profit on C.O.s.
• Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice to proceed.
• Absorb into closeout of project. Obtain as-builts from field.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendation for resolution.
• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management Degree from an accredited College or University completed or in progress, OR equivalent experience.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other, technical, or construction programs preferred.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software preferred.