Operations Intern
About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee‑owned company, every person plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey.
Job Description
The primary goals for interns are to gain an understanding of the construction process and to assist the Field Engineers and Office Engineers in field and materials management. The internship program provides the intern and Hensel Phelps with an extended opportunity to evaluate if the fit is right for a long and successful career with Hensel Phelps after graduation.
Key Responsibilities
- Subcontractor management
- Submittal review
- RFI development
- Layout / surveying
- Daily reports
- Quality control and support of our safety plan
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel‑based templates), Prolog, Primavera, and AutoDesk Suite
- Preferred: pursuing a 4‑year degree in Civil, Structural, Architecture, or Construction Management
Physical Requirements
- Moderate work; occasional exertion of up to 50 lb, frequent exertion of up to 25 lb, and constant exertion of up to 10 lb
- Regular walking, kneeling, sitting, crouching, reaching, stooping, speaking, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and typing
- Occasional climbing of ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps
- Balancing to prevent falls while walking, standing, or crouching
- Reading blueprints and taking/verifying field measurements
- Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate
- Exposure to high and low temperatures, noisy environments, and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind
Education
Preferred candidates are pursuing a 4‑year degree in Civil, Structural, Architecture, or Construction Management.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire.