Construction Intern ($20.00-$25.00/per hour)

Shapiro & Duncan, Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) benefits

Job summary

A leading mechanical solutions provider in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking a Summer Intern to assist the Project Management and Design Team. The ideal candidate is a current college student pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Engineering who is customer service-oriented and possesses strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include tracking design revisions, assisting with project planning, and working with multiple teams to gain comprehensive mechanical contracting experience. This position offers flexible hours and is eligible for 401(k) benefits only.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must communicate effectively in English (aural, verbal, and written).
• Able to adapt new techniques to better serve clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Team with project setup and planning by tracking design revisions.
• Create Purchase Orders and Subcontracts as required.
• Help track and create change order proposals for the project.

Skills

Customer service-oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Education

Current college student pursuing Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Shapiro & Duncan is the Provider of Choice for advanced mechanical solutions! From humble beginnings, our third generation family-owned business has been serving customers in DC, Maryland, and Virginia since 1976. We are known for our award-winning company culture and complex commercial, government, and institutional design-build projects that require first-rate performance work quality and customer service. We specialize in full-service mechanical solutions which include engineering, coordination, prefabrication assembly, construction, service, and maintenance.

FT/PT/Seasonal: FT Seasonal or PT Seasonal (undefined period of employment)

Company can be flexible with hours, but prefers FT Seasonal

NOTE: This seasonal position is eligible for 401(k) benefits ONLY.

Reports to: VP of Construction

The Summer Intern will assist the Project Management and Design Team with management of HVAC and Plumbing design and construction. The duties and responsibility are as follows.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current college student pursuing Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Able to work Monday-Friday (8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.) with occasional additional hours needed based upon project deadlines and business needs.
• Able to work individually under general supervision, or with a diverse team.
• Possess current, valid driver’s license (not under suspension or limitation) with reliable transportation to get to different sites if needed.
• Communicate effectively in English (aural, verbal, and written).
• Must be customer service-oriented and able to adapt new techniques to better serve clients.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities and information.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills; able to manage/resolve conflict professionally.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word Process, Outlook, Power Point)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Project Team with project set up and planning that consist of tracking design revisions, submittals, RFI’s, Mechanical and PLBG Equipment.
• Assist the Project Team with creating Purchase Orders and Subcontracts.
• Assist the Project Team with tracking and creating change order proposals.
• Assist the Project Team with project closeout requirements that consist of creating maintenance logs, owner and operators' manuals, warranty documents etc.
• The Summer Intern will get the opportunity to work in the Design, Estimating, Project Management, Virtual Design, & Fabrication Departments to gain experience in all facets of Mechanical Contracting. The Intern will also work on multiple projects.

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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