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Charleston Project Engineer Intern

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Balfour Beatty

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Charleston

AI generated summary

  • You should be enrolled in a relevant program, possess strong computer and communication skills, and be eager to learn. Prior construction experience is a plus but not necessary.
  • You will manage budgets, coordinate safety and quality control, process submittals, attend meetings, review reports, and maintain project logs to support engineering tasks.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering program.
  • Prior commercial construction internships or work experience, very helpful, but not required.
  • Able to develop new skills and knowledge quickly.
  • Participate in training, seminars, task team meetings, etc.
  • Demonstrate expanding knowledge of construction details about miscellaneous metals, casework, doors, specialties, radiation protection, etc.
  • Strong computer skills including the ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, etc.
  • Possess good self-organizational and management skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Learn about managing the project budget by controlling expenditures, coordinating owner and subcontractor billings, identifying work not covered by subcontractor, and ensuring successful office support related to overall cost and schedule.
  • Learn about Safety and Quality Control programs and how to coordinate actions to address problems.
  • Learn about company procedures, the correspondence process and handling, etc. with the Office Manager in accordance with the Operations Manual.
  • Learn how to review and process submittal data and shop drawings.
  • Understand how to coordinate submittals, deliveries, etc. that affect the project schedule with the Superintendent.
  • Monitor/review weekly and monthly status reports and weekly subcontractor meeting minutes, change orders, etc. to understand process.
  • Understand change documents and change proposal requests for price review.
  • May go with Project Engineer to meetings with architect and owner representatives to understand information required by owner, necessary progress reports and summaries, and how action plans from owner/architect meetings address all outstanding issues related to the project.
  • Learn how changes, clarifications, directives, RFIs, etc. are updated on “as-built” plans and coordinated with company supervision and subcontractors/suppliers.
  • Learn how to maintain RFI logs and change request log.

FAQs

What is the job title for this internship?

The job title is Charleston Project Engineer Intern.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering program.

Is prior work experience necessary for this internship?

No, prior commercial construction internships or work experience are preferred but not required.

What essential functions will I learn during the internship?

You will learn about managing project budgets, safety and quality control programs, review of submittal data, project scheduling coordination, and maintaining logs for RFIs and change requests.

Are there opportunities for professional development during the internship?

Yes, interns are encouraged to participate in training, seminars, task team meetings, and develop new skills and knowledge quickly.

What computer skills are necessary for this internship?

Strong computer skills, including the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet software, are required.

Will the internship provide benefits?

Yes, Balfour Beatty offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, and paid volunteer time.

What kind of company is Balfour Beatty?

Balfour Beatty is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for both public and private sector clients.

How does Balfour Beatty approach safety in the workplace?

Balfour Beatty is committed to Zero Harm®, believing that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of their business.

Is Balfour Beatty an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and considers all qualified individuals for employment regardless of various protected criteria.

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Balfour Beatty

We are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group. With 24,500 employees, we provide innovative and efficient infrastructure that underpins our daily lives, supports communities and enables economic growth. We finance, develop, build and maintain complex infrastructure such as transportation, power and utility systems, social and commercial buildings.