Charleston Project Engineer Intern

Balfour Beatty

Jun 3, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Engineering
Charleston

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering program.
Preferred Requirements:
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 the internship offered by Balfour Beatty?

The job title for the internship is Charleston Project Engineer Intern.

Who is the ideal candidate for the Charleston Project Engineer Intern position?

The ideal candidate is a motivated college student with a passion for their field, a strong drive to achieve results, creativity in problem-solving, and a dedication to client service and relationship management.

What type of internship program is being offered?

Balfour Beatty is offering a 2023-2024 internship program.

What qualities does Balfour Beatty look for in an intern?

Balfour Beatty looks for interns who are motivated, have a passion for their work, a drive to achieve results, the ability to solve problems creatively, and commitment to client service and relationship management.

Is this internship program open to students with any specific academic background?

While the job description does not specify a particular academic background, it is generally aimed at college students, likely within relevant fields such as engineering, construction management, or related disciplines.

What should candidates expect to gain from the internship?

Candidates can expect to gain valuable experience in project engineering, exposure to the construction industry, and the opportunity to develop skills related to problem-solving, client service, and relationship management.

How can interested candidates apply for the Charleston Project Engineer Intern position?

Interested candidates can apply for the position through Balfour Beatty’s internship program application process, details of which can typically be found on their careers website.

Are there any specific requirements or qualifications for the Charleston Project Engineer Intern role mentioned in the job description?

The job description does not specify detailed requirements or qualifications, but candidates are encouraged to be college students with relevant skills and interests in project engineering and client services.

When does the internship program take place?

The internship program is for the 2023-2024 academic year, although specific dates may vary and should be confirmed through the application process.

Balfour Beatty

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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.