Construction Estimating Intern — Part-Time, Learn & Bid

ESS Companies; Columbia Township, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking a motivated Estimating Intern to join our team in a part-time student worker capacity. You will gain hands‑on experience reviewing plans and preparing cost estimates under supervision, while balancing academic commitments.

You will work with experienced estimators, performing takeoffs, learning estimating software, and supporting bid development across projects. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and practical growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program, college, or technical school in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of construction or estimating concepts is a plus but not required.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.
• Familiarity with estimating software (e.g. InEight, HeavyBid, HCSS, Bid2Win, Agtek, Planswift, Bluebeam) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Cost Estimates: Support the estimating team in reviewing project plans, specifications, and other documents to help determine scope of work and costs.
• Bid Proposal Support: Help perform takeoffs, prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for construction projects under supervision.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with other departments and stakeholders to ensure estimates are accurate and complete.
• Cost Monitoring: Assist in tracking and analyzing project costs, and help flag potential cost overruns.
• Communication: Communicate regularly with crew members, subcontractors, and team members to support project schedules and budgets.
• Follow Safety Protocols: Understand and adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines, including wearing protective gear as required when performing site visits.
• Learn and Develop Skills: Take advantage of on‑the‑job learning opportunities to build estimating knowledge and skills, including exposure to estimating software.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team player

Willingness to learn

Punctual & reliable

Education

Engineering/Construction management student

Tools

InEight

HeavyBid

HCSS

Bid2Win

Planswift

Bluebeam

Job description

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking a motivated Estimating Intern to join our team in a part-time student worker capacity. You will gain hands‑on experience reviewing plans and preparing cost estimates under supervision, while balancing academic commitments.

You will work with experienced estimators, performing takeoffs, learning estimating software, and supporting bid development across projects. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and practical growth opportunities.