Construction Management Engineer - Internship Summer 2027

Thinklance LLP; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Thinklance LLP seeks a student-intern in Oklahoma City to define mechanical and automation requirements for aggregate plants, oversee greenfield site development, and manage project costs and schedules. You will promote safety and collaborate with design-build teams, with flexibility for early mornings, nights, and weekends.

The role emphasizes strong engineering fundamentals, Excel proficiency, and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively across organization levels.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS program in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Preferred mining or aggregate industry experience.
• Preferred experience with modeling software such as AutoCAD or Tekla.
• Preferred electrical and automation experience.
• Strong engineering and technical skills.
• Ability to create and interpret complex Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to work independently with some guidance.
• Excellent communication, observation, and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to engage and influence all organizational levels.
• Ability to multitask and manage large workloads under time constraints.
• Analytical and statistical tool application skills.
• Results-oriented with strong process and execution capabilities.
• Flexible schedule including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design-build firms to define mechanical and automation requirements for new and expanding aggregate plants.
• Oversee development of greenfield sites including roads, plant pads, railroad spurs, storm water management, and power distribution.
• Manage project quality, schedule, and budget to ensure stakeholder value.
• Promote a safe work culture across all project levels, including vendors and onsite employees.
• Estimate project costs using historical data, vendor information, and personal experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned, temporarily or permanently.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel skills

Independent work

Education

BS in Engineering or Construction Management (enrolled)

Tools

AutoCAD

Tekla

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Collaborate with Design Build Firms to define mechanical and automation requirements for new and expanding aggregate plants
• Oversee development of greenfield sites including roads, plant pads, railroad spurs, storm water management, and power distribution
• Manage project quality, schedule, and budget to ensure stakeholder value
• Promote a safe work culture across all project levels, including vendors and onsite employees
• Estimate project costs using historical data, vendor information, and personal experience
• Perform other duties as assigned, temporarily or permanently

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science program in Engineering or Construction Management
• Preferred experience in mining or aggregate industry
• Preferred experience with modeling software such as AutoCAD or Tekla
• Preferred electrical and automation experience
• Strong engineering and technical skills
• Ability to create and interpret complex Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to work independently with some guidance
• Excellent communication, observation, and reading comprehension skills
• Ability to engage and influence all organizational levels
• Ability to multitask and manage large workloads under time constraints
• Analytical and statistical tool application skills
• Results-oriented with strong process and execution capabilities
• Flexible schedule availability including early mornings, nights, and weekends
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Physical Requirements

• Lift objects up to 50 lbs repeatedly
• Climb stairs and ladders repeatedly
• Balance, bend, crawl, kneel, push, and pull repeatedly
• Tolerate all environmental temperatures and weather conditions
• Repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and sitting
• Walk on uneven surfaces repeatedly