Construction Intern: Project Mgmt & Estimating

W.M. Lyles Co; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

W. M. Lyles Co. offers a construction management internship designed for students and recent graduates to explore core functions within a project management team. You will assist in estimating, field engineering, and project management activities, gaining exposure to real-world construction processes.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety adherence, and the development of professional skills in communication and teamwork while supporting project cost control and scheduling efforts.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong computer skills and familiarization with software programs to include project design, job costing, scheduling, and estimating.

Responsibilities

• Review design documents, shop drawings and submittals for consistency with contract scope of work.
• Assist with job site logistics.
• Identify, define, and procure required craft and subcontractor services.
• Monitor project costs and identify areas for improvement.
• Document daily construction activities.
• Assist with preparation of CPM schedule.
• Implement project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents.
• Assist with preparation of proposals, change orders, RFI’s, and letters of intent as needed.
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance.
• Time card review and invoice processing.
• Maintain a good working relationship with field personnel and subcontractors.
• Committed to achieving a “Zero Accident Culture” by adhering to site safety protocols and OSHA safety standards.
• Assist with compiling contract close out documents.
• Execute additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management / Construction Eng. Mgmt / Civil Engineering

Tools

Scheduling software

Estimating software

Project design software

Job description

W. M. Lyles Co. offers a construction management internship designed for students and recent graduates to explore core functions within a project management team. You will assist in estimating, field engineering, and project management activities, gaining exposure to real-world construction processes.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety adherence, and the development of professional skills in communication and teamwork while supporting project cost control and scheduling efforts.