Asphalt Maintenance Intern

Quikrete; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401K

Job summary

Quikrete invites a motivated Asphalt Maintenance Intern currently pursuing a Construction Management or related degree to join our team. The role blends field and office work, exposing you to bidding, daily site operations, and coordination with project supervision for asphalt projects.

You will work with project managers and superintendents, develop communication with crews and owners, and gain hands-on experience from production to final completion.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BA/BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or closely related field.
• Desire to pursue a career in estimating / cost management.
• Field and/or internship experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in On-Screen Takeoff a plus.
• Self-directed with high integrity - takes pride in work.
• Accurate and organized.
• Good comprehension of construction drawings and specifications.
• Understand and adhere to the Personal Protective Equipment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside laborers, operators, and truck drivers in all aspects of heavy civil construction.
• Managing critical path timelines.
• Participating in construction meetings with owners, architects, and engineers.
• Understanding construction plans and assisting in surveying.
• Assist in the day-to-day management of overall project operations, people, and processes to help in learning all facets of the construction industry.
• Assist Project Managers with technical compliance and oversight of construction activities and field operations.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, and related technical documents.
• Assist with project scheduling and coordination.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Excel

Takeoff software

Education

Pursuing BA/BS in Construction Management or related

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

We are looking for an Asphalt Maintenance Intern who is currently enrolled in and pursuing a degree in Construction Management or a related field. It is preferred that the candidate has at least two years until graduation and is willing to work at least 20 hours per week. It is expected that this opportunity will expose the candidate to all aspects of bidding work, daily site operations and coordination, support of project supervision, tracking schedules, budgets, and materials, for various types of asphalt-related work from production to final completed product. Heavy focus will be placed on willingness to learn job site operations and support of project managers and superintendents with the ability to develop communication skills to work successfully with ground crews, other project managers, as well as owners or owner’s representatives. This opportunity will provide a good mix of field and office work. A competitive hourly wage, part-time benefits, office space, and a Company vehicle will be provided as needed.

Why apply?

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Company provided benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside laborers, operators, and truck drivers in all aspects of heavy civil construction.
• Managing critical path timelines.
• Participating in construction meetings with owners, architects, and engineers.
• Understanding construction plans and assisting in surveying.
• Assist in the day-to-day management of overall project operations, people, and processes to help in learning all facets of the construction industry.
• Assist Project Managers with technical compliance and oversight of construction activities and field operations.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, and related technical documents.
• Assist with project scheduling and coordination.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or closely related field.
• Desire to pursue a career in estimating / cost management.
• Field and/or internship experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in On‑Screen Takeoff a plus.
• Self‑directed with high integrity - takes pride in work.
• Accurate and organized.
• Good comprehension of construction drawings and specifications.
• Understand and adhere to the Personal Protection Equipment requirements.

About Us

Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands‑on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face.

We Offer

• A friendly and team‑oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands‑on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.