Project Engineer Intern

Summary

Concrete Strategies is the nation’s leading full-service, design-build, turnkey concrete contractor. As a Project Engineer Intern, you'll collaborate with experienced project engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets, gaining insights into the strategic aspects of construction management
• Collaborate with superintendents, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle
• Learn to track project progress, update schedules, and report on milestones to ensure that projects are on track and meet deadlines
• Gain exposure to project cost estimation, budget tracking, and cost analysis, ensuring that projects stay within financial parameters
• Assist in managing project documentation, including contracts, blueprints, change orders, and other essential records
• Participate in quality control processes, ensuring that work meets standards and specifications, and helping to identify and address potential issues
• Engage in troubleshooting and finding solutions to challenges that arise during construction, contributing to the project's overall success
• Learn about and promote safety protocols on-site, ensuring the well-being of all personnel and adherence to safety regulations
• Work closely with diverse teams, gaining insights into effective communication and collaboration within the construction industry
• Engage in training sessions, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your technical skills and industry knowledge

Skills

• Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Basic understanding of construction practices, processes, and terminology
• Proficiency in software tools such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and project management software
• Ability to analyze project plans, data, and specifications to support project execution
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders
• Strong organizational abilities to manage project documents, schedules, and progress tracking
• Willingness to identify and address challenges that arise during project execution
• Collaborative attitude, capable of working closely with cross-functional teams and contractors
• Effective time management skills to meet project deadlines and deliverables
• Openness to adapting to changing project conditions and requirements
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project documentation and reporting
• Eagerness to learn and apply new concepts, technologies, and project management methods

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Basic understanding of construction practices, processes, and terminology
• Proficiency in software tools such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and project management software
• Ability to analyze project plans, data, and specifications to support project execution
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders
• Strong organizational abilities to manage project documents, schedules, and progress tracking
• Willingness to identify and address challenges that arise during project execution
• Collaborative attitude, capable of working closely with cross-functional teams and contractors
• Effective time management skills to meet project deadlines and deliverables
• Openness to adapting to changing project conditions and requirements
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project documentation and reporting
• Eagerness to learn and apply new concepts, technologies, and project management methods

Benefits

• Opportunity to learn about and contribute to project planning, coordination, progress monitoring, budget management, document control, quality assurance, problem solving, safety compliance, team collaboration
• Professional development through training sessions, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your technical skills and industry knowledge
• Internship experience will provide valuable insights into the multifaceted world of construction project management