Construction Co-Op – Warren, NJ (Summer 2027)

Higley Construction; New Jersey; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Higley Construction is seeking an Operations Co-Op for the Summer of 2027 in Warren, New Jersey. The program introduces college students to both office and field experiences in the commercial construction industry, exposing them to management, project managers, field workers, clients, and related trades to understand each role on a project.

The Co-Op will rotate to active site projects or department-specific roles, gaining hands-on knowledge of turning a project idea into reality under

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college degree program in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Desire to work in construction management and learn about the construction industry.
• Strong business writing and public presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand project drawings and specifications to interpret and gather necessary information.
• Capture and document project site photographs to record construction progress and existing conditions.
• Acquire knowledge of the submittal process for obtaining approval of building materials.
• Prepare and maintain a submittal log.
• Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in preparing and processing RFI logs and tracking.
• Collaborate with the PM and Superintendent to prepare weekly meeting minutes for subcontractor and OAC meetings.
• Prepare daily reports summarizing project activities.
• Attend safety meetings, walkthroughs, and weekly toolbox talks.
• Review weekly safety audits with the Superintendent to ensure compliance.
• Participate in quality meetings and quality walkthroughs to ensure project standards are met.
• Adhere to safety procedures and use PPE.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Business writing

Public speaking

Teamwork

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Flashtract

PlanGrid

Microsoft SharePoint

Jonas Premier

HammerTech

Oracle P6

Onscreen-Takeoff

Job description

Position Overview:

The Operations Co-Op is designed to introduce college students to office and field experiences in the commercial construction profession. The Co-Op rotation exposes the student to a wide array of professional interactions among management, project managers, field workers, consulting professionals, clients, and related trades, exploring the role of each within a project. The Co-Op will work under corporate managers, project managers, or field superintendents on a variety of construction tasks. Ultimately, this program intends to enhance the Co-Op’s individual abilities by gaining on-site knowledge of how a project idea becomes a construction reality.

The Co-Op will either be assigned to an active construction project site and/or a construction specialized department located in Warren, New Jersey for the Summer of 2027!

Responsibilities:

• Learn and understand project design drawings and specifications to accurately interpret and gather necessary information.


• Capture and document project site photographs to record construction progress and existing conditions before starting work in new areas.


• Acquire knowledge of the submittal process for obtaining approval of building materials.


• Prepare and effectively maintain a submittal log.


• Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in preparing and processing along with maintaining Request for Information (RFI) logs for tracking purposes.


• Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to prepare weekly meeting minutes for subcontractor and Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings.


• Prepare daily reports summarizing project activities.


• Attend safety meetings, walkthroughs, and weekly toolbox talks.


• Review weekly safety audits with the Superintendent to ensure compliance and address any issues.


• Participate in quality meetings and quality walkthroughs to ensure project standards are met.


• Adhere strictly to safety procedures, includes personal protection apparel and equipment.


• Software’s Utilized: Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Flashtract, Plangrid, Microsoft SharePoint, Jonas Premier, HammerTech (Safety/Quality), Oracle P6 (Project Controls), Onscreen-Takeoff (Preconstruction).


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Strong competency in business writing and public presentation skills, with a drive to become a compelling presenter, motivator, and team leader.


• Demonstrates exceptional personal work habits and a forward-thinking approach.


• Proficient in, or eager to learn, various construction software applications.


• Exhibits proactive, curious, and innovative thinking, with a strong desire to learn and contribute.


• Ability to work independently, with direction and supervision, and in a team environment.


• Excellent mathematical, problem-solving, and relationship management skills.


• Skilled in assessing and solving problems with a strategic mindset.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled and actively pursuing a college or university accredited degree program in civil engineering, construction management, or a related architectural/engineering field.


• Desire to work in construction management and to learn about the construction industry.