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Project Management Co-op/Intern-Construction

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Lexington

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a degree program, maintain professionalism, and possess strong organizational, communication, and PC skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.
  • You will assist with bid processes, cost estimates, project management, equipment orders, inspections, and communication with vendors, while participating in meetings and completing assignments.

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 I be assisting with as a Project Management Co-op/Intern?

You will be assisting with complex commercial exterior envelope applications in various sectors including automotive, chemical, government, education, and healthcare.

What educational background is required for this internship?

You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or doctorate program.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Strong organizational, time management, and detail-oriented skills, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, are crucial.

Will I have the opportunity to work on project closeouts?

Yes, you will assist with project closeout tasks, including punch lists, final invoicing, and filing.

Is experience with Microsoft Office necessary for this internship?

Yes, proficiency in PC programs, including Microsoft Office, is required.

What is expected during the cumulative project presentation?

You will need to summarize your internship accomplishments and present them to the Executive Team or appropriate Managers.

Will I be involved in meetings during my internship?

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

How will I communicate with subcontractors and vendors?

You will solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors as part of your duties.

Will I be responsible for conducting project take-offs?

Yes, one of your responsibilities will be to complete project take-offs and cost estimates.

Is a professional appearance required for this internship?

Yes, maintaining a professional appearance is a requirement for the internship.

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.