Construction Management Intern

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Housing allowance

Mentorship from engineers

Real-world experience

Exposure to multi-disciplinary work

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is offering a Construction Management Services Intern position in Florida.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting civil, environmental, and infrastructure projects, working with senior engineers on design development, data analysis, permitting, and field investigations. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree, with junior year completed and basic familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction, or related field.
• Interest in learning design development, data analysis, permitting, field investigations, and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing engineering reports, plans, and specifications.
• Support site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Conduct field visits for data collection, site assessments, and construction observation.
• Review design standards and regulatory codes for compliance.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Organize and analyze project data for technical documentation and presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Written communication

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Construction

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

At SSR, we're more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm-we're a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other-driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Want to hear directly from our team? Visit http://www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram.

What You'll Do

As a Construction Management Services Intern at SSR, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting civil, environmental, and infrastructure engineering projects. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and project teams to assist in design development, data analysis, permitting, field investigations, and project documentation.

• Assist with the preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications.
• Support site layout, grading, drainage, and utility design using Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Perform field visits for data collection, site assessments, and construction observation.
• Help review design standards and regulatory codes for compliance.
• Participate in internal team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Organize and analyze project data for use in technical documentation and presentations.
• Apply industry standards and SSR policies under the guidance of project leads; document work with accuracy and completeness.
• Attend team meetings; capture notes, actions, and due dates; follow up to keep tasks moving.
• Seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills; share recent developments or coursework insights with the team.
• Participate in internal/external trainings, lunchandlearns, and site walks to build practical experience.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers; ask questions proactively and escalat blockers early.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of at least sophomore year by the internship start date.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar design software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an eagerness to learn and contribute in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of theories and methodologies relevant to the discipline.
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity.
• Judgment and decisionmaking, with attention to detail and followthrough.
• Positive interpersonal collaboration and professionalism in team settings.

What We Offer

• Paid overtime and a housing allowance provided for interns who do not reside near any of our office locations.
• Real-world experience working on active infrastructure projects.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry professionals.
• Exposure to SSR's collaborative, multi-disciplinary work environment.
• A deeper understanding of the consulting engineering profession

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer

EEO Disabled/Veterans

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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