Project Engineer Intern

About the role

An integral team member who collaborates on the management and execution of a project safely and profitably. This is a full-time, 12-week summer internship (Summer 2027) for students working toward a bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or a related field. The role is nonexempt and requires some travel between the project site and corporate office.

Responsibilities

• Support the project management team with subcontractor and supplier coordination, material tracking, file management, document control (submittals, RFIs, and change orders), and progress reporting.
• Learn and perform project management functions of estimating, schedule planning, project controls, and project reporting.
• Read and interpret construction plans.
• Interact with clients, managers, and employees with a high level of professionalism.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Competencies

• Positive attitude toward learning and professional development.
• Ethical conduct.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Time management.
• Teamwork-oriented.

Qualifications

Required

• Working toward a bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or other relevant field of study.
• Enrolled in an accredited college/university, taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) before participation in the internship program.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver's license before employment.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned project office.

Preferred

• Knowledge of route surveying and scheduling.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Work environment

Employees work on heavy civil and highway construction sites. The noise level can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Physical demands

The incumbent regularly sits for long periods at a desk in front of a computer screen. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position details

• Full-time internship, 12 weeks during the summer.
• Nonexempt position.
• Some travel required between the project site and corporate office.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Company mission & values

We are an American family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor dedicated to providing innovative solutions to help meet the nation's growing infrastructure needs. Our vision is to be America's preferred heavy civil contractor, expanding our markets and services while staying true to our family-oriented culture and fostering an environment where our employees can prosper.

• Family
• Safety
• Integrity
• Innovation
• Commitment
• Empowerment