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Project Management Co-op/Intern-Construction

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Frederick

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a degree program, maintain a professional appearance, have strong organizational and communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • You will assist with bid processes, project take-offs, monitoring, equipment orders, inspections, communication with subcontractors, and review of change orders and plans while participating in meetings.

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or doctorate program.
  • Maintain a professional appearance.
  • Ability to conduct oneself professionally in a business setting
  • Exhibit strong organizational, time management, and detail-oriented skills.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in PC programs, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in execution of contractor bid process.
  • Complete project take-offs and cost estimates
  • Manage and monitor approved projects
  • Assist in weekly tasks and job meetings during capital projects
  • Assist in the timely preparation and execution of equipment orders
  • Assist in tracking equipment orders and scheduling deliveries in accordance with construction schedule
  • Assist with project closeout (i.e. punch lists, final invoicing, filing)
  • Solicits and maintains communication with subcontractors and vendors
  • Assist in the inspection of capital projects for compliance with specifications and quality control
  • Assist in the review of proposed change orders and their validity
  • Assist in the review of architecture plans for completeness and compliance with standards
  • Participate in production meetings
  • Complete specific assignments, as requested and/or required by the Co-op/Intern program of the college being attended
  • Complete cumulative project (summary of internship accomplishments) and present to Executive Team or appropriate Managers

FAQs

What type of projects will the intern be involved with?

The intern will assist with complex commercial exterior envelope applications across various markets including automotive, chemical, government, education, and healthcare industries.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or doctorate program and should maintain a professional appearance while exhibiting strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Will the intern be required to communicate with subcontractors and vendors?

Yes, the intern will be responsible for soliciting and maintaining communication with subcontractors and vendors as part of their duties.

What kind of tasks will the intern assist with in capital projects?

The intern will assist in project take-offs and cost estimates, manage and monitor approved projects, participate in weekly job meetings, and help with equipment orders and deliveries.

Is there an opportunity for the intern to present their work?

Yes, the intern will complete a cumulative project summarizing their internship accomplishments and present it to the Executive Team or appropriate Managers.

What software skills are necessary for this position?

Proficiency in PC programs, including Microsoft Office, is required for this position.

How will the intern's performance be evaluated?

The intern's performance may be evaluated through the presentation of their cumulative project, feedback from project managers, and contributions to various tasks and responsibilities during the internship.

Are there any specific times when the intern will need to be available for meetings?

Yes, the intern will assist in weekly tasks and job meetings during capital projects, as well as participate in production meetings.

Will the intern have a mentor or supervisor during their internship?

Yes, interns are typically assigned a supervisor who will guide them throughout the internship and assist with their professional development.

What is the dress code for this internship?

Interns are expected to maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the company’s dress code policies.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal is a leading roofing contractor in the United States, specialising in complex commercial exterior envelope applications. Serving various markets, including automotive, chemical, government, entertainment, education, and healthcare, the company boasts a vast project portfolio. Their mission is to deliver precise project requirements, regardless of complexity, through their in-house estimating, project management, engineering, and safety departments. Since 1984, Kalkreuth has been a trusted industry professional, committed to providing top-tier people, products, services, and technology.