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2025 Spring Co-op - Albany

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Turner Construction Company

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Albany
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing an accredited degree, have construction interest, demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, be proactive, and be able to work independently and in teams.
  • You will support project teams with coordination, document control, reporting, site visits, estimating, and compliance while learning about construction management and maintaining professional relationships.

Requirements

  • Enrolled and actively pursuing college or university accredited degree program; recommended majors include and not limited to Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related field of study, and at minimum 1 year of completed education, and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Desire to work in construction management and to learn about construction industry
  • Flexible to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment
  • Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement
  • Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills
  • Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities
  • Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate
  • Able to work independently, with direction and supervision, and in team environment
  • Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Able to take direction, learn and process information quickly, follow tasks through to completion
  • Basic computer and data entry skills and familiar with Microsoft Office suite of applications
  • Some travel may be required, access to reliable transportation required

Responsibilities

  • Depending on business need and location, the Intern/Co-Op will be supervised and assigned to work at an active construction project site in one of our many specialties, in a department located at a main office working in Preconstruction/Estimating, or Business Development, or in a division such as Special Projects (SPD) or Self Perform Operations (SPO).
  • Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
  • Provide progress reports to supervisor and be receptive to learning about construction management.
  • Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to company/project setting.
  • Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, clients, and subcontractors.
  • Participate in training, meetings, and orientation.
  • Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Assist with project start-up activities and provide support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
  • Assist with collection and review of information and approvals for processing shop drawings, submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
  • Assist with preparation and distribution of information for contract requirements to appropriate parties.
  • Assist with preparation of estimates for changes in work from subcontractors.
  • Attend project site visits to observe and document construction field activities.
  • Assist with preparation of and conduct correspondence and communication as directed to Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors in connection with performing their assigned trades.
  • Assist with communication to Trades and subcontractors to understand and track job schedules.
  • Assist with monitoring contractor compliance with Turner’s safety program, as directed.
  • Assist with preparation of quantity take-offs and studies for project items using either traditional or computer-aided programs, learning and discussing details necessary to complete project.
  • Request and distribute subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work to assemble proposals for delivery system.
  • Assist with project close out preparations.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the 2025 Spring Co-op position in Albany?

The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $18.00 and $22.00 per hour.

What qualifications are required for this co-op position?

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program, ideally in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, with at least one year of completed education.

What kind of tasks will the co-op assist with?

The co-op will assist with meeting coordination, material tracking, document control, progress reporting, project start-up activities, shop drawings processing, contract preparations, project site visits, and compliance monitoring among other responsibilities.

Will the co-op be required to work overtime?

Yes, the co-op must be flexible to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment.

What skills are beneficial for this co-op position?

Beneficial skills include strong interpersonal and communication skills, organization, attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Is travel required for this position?

Some travel may be required for this position, and access to reliable transportation is necessary.

What is the expected work environment for the co-op?

The co-op may work in both an office setting, which is usually quiet to moderate, and at construction sites, where they may encounter moderate to loud noise and other site-specific conditions.

How should applicants submit their applications?

Applicants should follow the specific guidance provided in the job posting to submit their applications, typically through the company's career portal or job listing site.

Are there opportunities for learning and professional development in this co-op position?

Yes, the co-op will have opportunities to learn about construction management, attend training sessions, and gain practical experience in the construction industry.

Does the company have an equal opportunity employment policy?

Yes, Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Turner Construction Company

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse markets

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1902
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse and numerous market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees and community. OUR VISION To be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. Turner embraces a Lean management approach, and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, reliability of scheduling and delivery of the most value while consuming the fewest resources. Lean principles drive the efficient delivery of our services. Turner recognizes the importance of innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace emerging technologies and processes. As part of our effort to achieve this vision, Turner has a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements at Turner. Turner fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. Our diverse and inclusive workforce positions the company to grow, enhances our presence in diverse markets, and helps us build enduring relationships with each other, industry partners, and our clients. Turner understands the environmental, social, and economic impact of our activities and that it is our responsibility to conduct our business in a transparent and ethical manner that supports our goals for client service, community involvement, environmental performance, financial strength and employee health, safety and well-being. Our core values of integrity, teamwork and commitment guide our activities and we expect the organizations with which we do business to share our commitments.