Field Engineer Intern

Summary

Concrete Strategies is a full-service, design-build, turnkey concrete contractor specializing in commercial and industrial projects across the United States. The Field Engineer Intern will support construction projects through site operations, hands-on construction activities, documentation, safety oversight, measurement, coordination, quality control, and client interaction while developing technical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Site Operations & Supervision: You'll be on the frontlines, assisting with site preparation, inspections, and ensuring that construction activities adhere to safety standards and project plans
• Construction Tasks: Participate in hands-on construction activities, such as concrete pouring, framing, finishing, and various specialized trades
• Project Documentation: You'll help maintain accurate project documentation, including blueprints, schedules, and progress reports, ensuring that all project stakeholders are well-informed
• Safety Oversight: Assist in maintaining a safe work environment, promoting adherence to safety protocols and regulations to protect all personnel on the site
• Measurement and Analysis: You'll learn to take accurate measurements, track quantities of materials used, and assist in project cost estimation and budget management
• Coordination: Collaborate with general contractors, vendors, and various teams to coordinate schedules, tasks, deliveries, logistics and ensure smooth operations on-site
• Quality Control: You'll learn how to perform quality checks and inspections, ensuring that the work meets specifications and quality standards
• Team Leadership: Learn to lead and manage, and work alongside teams of skilled tradespeople and laborers, facilitating effective communication and collaboration
• Problem Solving: Participate in identifying and addressing on-site challenges, helping to find creative solutions to keep the project progressing smoothly
• Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings and updates, contributing to effective communication and client satisfaction
• Learning and Development: Engage in continuous learning, training sessions, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your technical skills and industry knowledge
• Innovation: Contribute fresh perspectives and ideas to improve processes and enhance project efficiency

Skills

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Basic understanding of construction principles, methods, and materials
• Proficiency in using construction software and tools
• Interest in gaining hands-on experience on construction sites
• Willingness to learn and apply safety regulations and protocols
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to interact with diverse team members, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Eagerness to learn and utilize creative problem-solving skills to overcome on-site challenges
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
• A strong desire to learn and gain practical knowledge in the construction field
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks required on construction sites
• A strong desire to learn and gain practical knowledge in the construction field

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Basic understanding of construction principles, methods, and materials
• Proficiency in using construction software and tools
• Interest in gaining hands-on experience on construction sites
• Willingness to learn and apply safety regulations and protocols
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to interact with diverse team members, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Eagerness to learn and utilize creative problem-solving skills to overcome on-site challenges
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines
• A strong desire to learn and gain practical knowledge in the construction field
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks required on construction sites
• A strong desire to learn and gain practical knowledge in the construction field

Benefits

• Continuous learning, training sessions, and mentorship opportunities to enhance technical skills and industry knowledge
• Professional mentorship from skilled professionals