Building Services Co-op: Project Coordination

McKenney's Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

McKenney's Inc. seeks a Co-op student in Charlotte, NC, to join project teams from day one with hands-on training and meaningful tasks.

You will work with Account Coordinators and Account Managers to drive project success through your third term, contributing to various mechanical/plumbing projects and safety initiatives. The role emphasizes initiative, teamwork, and cross-functional collaboration, with rotations planned Summer 2027 and Spring 2028 as part of a long-standing Co-op program that

Qualifications

• Must enroll in a Co-op program at an accredited engineering school in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
• Must complete at least two full-time alternating Co-op rotations before graduation; rotation names/dates provided.
• Strong teamwork and initiative required to drive project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing mechanical, plumbing, and/or building automation service and retrofit work, using Salesforce.
• Coordinate with vendors to schedule and procure major material and equipment purchases.
• Regularly update scheduling for project work over the week.
• Review project drawings and jobsites to develop estimates and proposals under guidance.
• Obtain, review, and provide submittals for various projects with Account Managers.
• Lead meetings to schedule labor and review weekly labor calendar.
• Survey sites for safety, quality, and productivity compliance.
• Obtain permits and schedule inspections for ongoing projects.
• Support Account Managers with tasks across multiple projects, including POs, sketches, take-offs, and closeout docs.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Detail-focused

Effective communicator

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Construction Management

Related degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

McKenney's Inc. seeks a Co-op student in Charlotte, NC, to join project teams from day one with hands-on training and meaningful tasks.

You will work with Account Coordinators and Account Managers to drive project success through your third term, contributing to various mechanical/plumbing projects and safety initiatives. The role emphasizes initiative, teamwork, and cross-functional collaboration, with rotations planned Summer 2027 and Spring 2028 as part of a long-standing Co-op program that