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 Ashburn, VA 20147.

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.
• Affiliate with project document control, including but not limited to, insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, correspondence, etc.
• Ensure 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.
• Serve as liaison between accounting department and field personnel 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.
• Affiliate with field personnel in 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.
• Computer Skills 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.

Required Attributes

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Able to receive constructive criticism; teachable and trainable.