2027 Spring Co-Op - Construction Project Manager (Traveling Position)

Tippmann Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship with PM team

Travel to job sites

Job summary

Tippmann Construction, part of the Tippmann Group, seeks a Project Management Intern to assist day-to-day PM activities on active job sites in Fort Wayne, IN. You will work with mentors and a full PM team to sequence work, take-offs, and subcontractor coordination, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The role focuses on learning project management processes, tools, and client coordination while gaining hands-on experience in planning, sourcing, and communication across project teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or AS in Construction Management or related field
• Experience in Construction Management is a plus
• OSHA 10/30 preferred (training provided)
• Ability to learn quickly and solve problems
• Strong communication and detail orientation
• Self-starter with limited supervision
• Proficient with MS Office incl. Excel and Project

Responsibilities

• Establish construction project plans and schedules days, weeks, and months in advance
• Execute material take-offs and source materials
• Prepare bid documents and source subcontractors
• Initiate subcontractor work and ensure timeliness and quality
• Manage project execution per Tippmann Safety Standards
• Use Tippmann internal systems to maintain communication
• Communicate concisely about all aspects of the project
• Other duties as required

Skills

MS Office (Excel, Project)

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

BS/AS in Construction Management or related field

OSHA 10/30 preferred

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

Job description

Project Management Interns quickly become involved in the day to day activities at Tippmann Construction job sites. They team directly with their mentor and develop responsibilities for working with our subcontractors and clients to successfully execute the complete building process. Project Management Interns work with full-time members of the Project Management team to sequence the work, buy out materials and subcontractor services, ensure the work is completed in sync with all other activities, and make certain that the work meets Tippmann Construction quality and safety standards. Throughout the construction process, the Tippmann Construction Interns use Tippmann developed processes and tools to maintain clear and constant communication with subcontractors, internal team members, and client personnel. Specific responsibilities of the Project Management Interns include:

Core Responsibilities

• Establish construction project plans and schedules, considering work to be completed days, weeks, and months in advance
• Execute building material take-offs, submit take-offs to potential suppliers, and source materials
• Prepare bid documents and source subcontractors
• Initiate subcontractor work and ensure timeliness and quality of the work throughout the project
• Manage the execution of project work in a manner that meets Tippmann Safety Standards
• Utilize Tippmann internal systems, tools, and process to establish consistency in overall project management
• Utilize multiple methods to concisely communicate regarding all aspects of the project
• Other duties as required by the project

Skills and Capabilities

• Progressing toward a BS or Associate Degree in Construction Management, related degree, or prior experience in Construction Management
• Developing knowledge of industrial facility design, engineering, and construction
• Completion of OSHA 10 Hour or OSHA 30 Hour preferred, will provide training if required
• Proven capability to learn quickly and problem solve
• Goal-oriented personality with demonstrated resiliency
• Strong internal and external communication skills
• Track record of positive job/school performance, attention to detail, and results-oriented experience
• Self-starter, highly motivated and requires limited supervision
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite of products including MS Excel and MS Project

Other

• Position is paid.
• 100% travel required to job sites
• Expense program for eligible travel, meals, and lodging
• Initial project assignments will be provided prior to starting.
• The candidate must pass a pre-employment background and license check.

Find video testimonials from past interns here: Intern Video Testimonials

Tippmann Construction is part of the Tippmann Group umbrella. We are headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana.