Construction Engineer Internship

Truebeck Construction, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in commercial construction

Opportunity to work alongside industry leaders

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Cost Engineer Intern to assist with detailed project estimates, coordination, and analysis. This role requires pursuing a degree in construction management or civil engineering, along with proficiency in MS Office software and an understanding of industry-specific tools like AutoCAD or Revit. The intern will perform quantity take-offs, manage quotes from subcontractors, and travel to client sites occasionally. This is an amazing opportunity to gain valuable field and project experience in commercial construction.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year degree program in construction management or civil engineering.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software, particularly Word and Excel.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed scope coordination documents utilizing 2D and 3D documentation.
• Perform quantity take-offs using 2D and 3D software.
• Connect 3D models with estimates directly.
• Request and assemble detailed quotes from subcontractors.
• Coordinate with estimating teams, designers, and owners.
• Analyze historical cost data.
• Travel to various client sites for work approximately 5% of the time.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Pursuing a four-year degree in construction management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Are you passionate about building the world around you? At Truebeck, our interns don’t just observe — they contribute. Whether you're onsite with our Field Operations team or supporting project coordination, you'll gain hands‑on experience in commercial construction, work alongside industry leaders, and be part of a team that values innovation, grit, and growth. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact, we want to meet you.

About Us

Truebeck Construction is an industry‑leading General Contractor serving Fortune 100 companies throughout the West Coast. Founded in the Bay Area, Truebeck has grown to four offices in California and Oregon. With annual revenue exceeding $1B, Truebeck is one of the top General Contractors in each of the markets we serve. Truebeck provides best‑in‑class services and builds award‑winning projects in the commercial, healthcare, life science, mission critical, education, multi‑family, and interiors sectors. Truebeck has developed an impressive portfolio of projects—for prominent companies like Apple, Bloomberg, Meta, Uber, Genentech, and Gilead—and has a long history of consistent growth and profitability.

Our Culture

At Truebeck, a core value is: business and life are all about people. In the office and on the job site, we put people first. Truebeck is consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work by local Business Journals, and year after year, we win Excellence in Safety Awards. Our culture is caring, and you’ll see this shine through in employee benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement. We also give back to our community in meaningful ways, and you’ll feel proud to work for a firm that has received the highest recognition as a Top Corporate Philanthropist.

The Project Engineer is a primary interface between the office and field and is responsible for many of the technical aspects of the project. This path leads to a career in Project Management / Project Executive. This role includes the following: Project communication and meeting documentation » Technical review of drawings and submittals » Material scheduling and tracking » Trade coordination » Collaboration with Construction, Technology & Innovation » Scope change preparation » Client interaction » Quality assurance » Project close‑out

Do you see yourself as a builder and want to be in the field right where the work is happening onsite? Then a role as a Field Engineer may be the best for you! A Field Engineer is a primary technical field role that leads into a career as a Superintendent / Field Operations. This role includes the following: Scheduling & logistics » Trade supervision » Safety & quality checks » Material inspections » Agency coordination » Self‑perform tracking » Client/architect site tours » Punch list management

The Cost Engineer is a primary team member helping to lead our preconstruction efforts. You are the key to the project beginning with success! This path leads to career in Preconstruction. This role includes the following: Quantity Take‑offs » Cost Estimating » Value Analysis / Best Value of Materials and Methods » Budget Tracking / Target Value Design » Constructability » Scope Definition for Trades » Trade Partner Selection » Trade Partner Buy‑out

• Coordinates with project architects, designers, owners, and field personnel.
• Responsible for Request for Information (RFI) and submittal process.
• Acts as the “information hub” for project to office and field personnel to ensure continuity of work.
• Offers technical information to project supervisor to ensure work complies with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
• May coordinate change orders, expedite material and job site equipment, assist in preparation of estimates, and compile data to assist in analyzing project progress.
• Monitor and track project quality control metrics and activities on a regular basis, provide timely and accurate quality reports, and raise issues to PM or Superintendent as appropriate.
• Inspects all work to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Oversees performance of all trade contractors and reviews architectural and engineering drawings to ensure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.

Cost Engineer Intern Job Details

• Author detailed scope coordination documents coordinated with 2D and 3D documentation.
• Conduct quantity survey projects utilizing both 2D and 3D software.
• Connect 3-dimensional models directly to estimates.
• Request detailed quotations from subcontractors and assemble detailed estimates.
• Coordinate with estimating team, designers, and owners.
• Interview proposed subcontractors based on submitted proposals.
• Organize and analyze historical cost data.
• Travel approximately 5% of the time to work at unanticipated client sites.

Qualifications

• Working to obtain a four‑year degree program in construction management, construction science or civil engineering.
• Full knowledge of computer software, i.e. MS Word, Excel, Project.
• Working knowledge of Autocad or Revit a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Truebeck Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate differences and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note that we do not wish to receive unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any resumes submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will become the property of Truebeck Construction and no fee will be paid should the candidate be hired by Truebeck Construction or our affiliates. We only accept resumes directly from candidates who have applied through our official application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.