Construction Engineering Intern: Hands-on Mentorship

Granite Construction Incorporated; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Granite Construction Incorporated is seeking motivated interns and entry-level professionals to support our construction engineering operations. This role helps ensure projects meet engineering standards while gaining hands-on experience on real bids and builds.

The position offers exposure to estimating, documentation, and coordination with project teams, along with safety expectations and opportunities to learn from seasoned engineers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; working toward bachelor's in civil/construction management or related field.
• Technical training and related experience preferred.
• 0–2 years in construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret design/drawings for takeoff and workforce for bidding and building construction projects.
• Prepare and distribute documentation such as status reports, punch lists describing work items to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, to supervisor.
• Provide technical support and direction regarding project materials meeting specifications, delivery dates and construction schedules.
• Assist with change orders and estimates by preparing drawing and sketches to support estimating and construction work to meet changing job requirements.
• Develop job essential data including quantity take-offs and material pricing to ensure accurate estimates and bids.
• Maintain accurate records of quantities for work performed and materials installed for cost controls on construction projects.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Read drawings

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pursuing bachelor's in Civil Eng / Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Granite Construction Incorporated is seeking motivated interns and entry-level professionals to support our construction engineering operations. This role helps ensure projects meet engineering standards while gaining hands-on experience on real bids and builds.

The position offers exposure to estimating, documentation, and coordination with project teams, along with safety expectations and opportunities to learn from seasoned engineers.