Civil Field Engineer Intern

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement and Growth Opportunities

Company Sponsored Events

Financial Planning and Savings Tools

Paid Holidays

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Gemma Power Systems is seeking a Civ il Field Engineer Intern in Texas for a 12–15 week summer program, in-person onsite with a focus on project controls, scheduling, subcontracting, and procurement support. The candidate should be pursuing Civil or related engineering fields and be interested in power generation and large-scale construction.

Responsibilities include reviewing SOWs, coordinating with superintendents, handling ECNs, and assisting with cost estimation and field documentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Power Engineering, or related field.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and general computer proficiency.
• Highly motivated with demonstrated initiative and work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to ethics, safety, and quality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand the Scope of Work (SOW), contract, plans, and specifications.
• Interface with Superintendents to resolve documentation discrepancies.
• Review technical changes requested by field supervisor.
• Assist with scheduling inspectors and code officials.
• Coordinate with Subcontract Administrator on major purchases.
• Prepare material requisitions and track RFIs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Time management

Initiative

Education

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Power Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Civil Field Engineer Intern

Location:TX (Project TBD)

Employment Type:Internship, In-person

Timing:Summer, 12-15 weeks*

*can be flexible depending on college move-out/move-in schedules

Overview:

As a Civil Field Engineer Intern, you will engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity while applying standard engineering techniques & procedures. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or another Engineering or Construction-related field and will be strongly considering a career in power generation or large-scale/industrial construction following graduation.

Position Summary:

Join Gemma’s growing construction team! The Civil Field Engineer Intern is primarily responsible for supporting construction activities by planning, organizing, & implementing the project controls system, assisting with subcontracts & material management, and supporting purchasing & scheduling. Candidates should possess a commitment to top quality and an unwavering work ethic, be able to identify conflicts & provide solutions, and have a vast attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Understand the Scope of Work (SOW), contract, plans, and specifications.
• Interface & collaborate with Superintendents to identify discrepancies in documentation and obtain solutions.
• Review technical changes requested by field supervisor.
• Expedite testing reports, review for specification compliance, and provide to Quality Control.
• Help ensure federal, state, and local compliance codes, compliance of drawings, and permit drawings including SWPPP and NPDES.
• Assist with the scheduling of building inspectors and code officials.
• Provide documentation for change order requests.
• Interface with the Subcontract Administrator on management of subcontractors and major purchase orders.
• Review documentation & assist in the management of the process required for the completion of all Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs).
• Conduct field verification of quantities installed for Quantitative Performance Report (QPR).
• Support field cost estimating as required.
• Prepare & maintain mark-ups and review as-builts.
• Review turnover documentation with Superintendents for compliance and completeness.
• Work with Logistics and Receiving to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Create & track Requests for Information (RFIs) as required.
• Prepare material requisitions for discipline Superintendents and coordinate with material suppliers for specification compliance.
• Provide field verification to confirm existing conditions are in compliance with job specifications.
• Coordinate with Superintendent to schedule field testing subcontractors (concrete/soils).
• Generate & track punch list items.
• Track & record lessons learned.

The above job responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The above list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Desired Qualifications/Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Power Engineering, or another Engineering or Construction-related area of study.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft programs, particularly Excel.
• Highly motivated individual with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics & integrity.
• Passionate about & dedicated to high standards of safety & quality.
• Formidable organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.

Gemma Benefits

• Advancement and Growth Opportunities
• Company Sponsored Events
• Financial Planning and Savings Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Work-Life Balance

About Gemma Power Systems:

Gemma Power Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of Argan Inc. (NYSE: AGX), is a leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company providing innovative solutions for the power, renewable and industrial industry. Our wide-ranging and comprehensive experience comprises more than 15 GW installed capacity including state-of-the-art combined cycle and simple cycle gas turbine plants, biomass projects, solar facilities, wind farms, biofuel plants, industrial and environmental facilities spanning the continental United States.

Additional information about Gemma Power Systems can be found at www.gemmapower.com.

Gemma Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected classification as established under federal, state, or local law.