Construction Management Intern

RAM Construction Services; Livonia (MI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $24/hr

Job summary

RAM Construction Services in Michigan is offering a Spring/Summer internship to gain field and office experience. You will be mentored by seasoned estimators, project managers, superintendents and a director.

The role focuses on assisting with estimating, project management, bid strategies, scheduling, and submittals while you work toward a Bachelor's in Construction Management; a strong interest in commercial construction and good computer skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Construction Management or related field.
• Blueprint reading and analysis.
• Entry level estimating experience possible depending on background.
• Assisting with project management and estimating (experience depending).
• Completion of project submittals & manuals.
• Preparation of product samples for projects.
• Reviewing project specifications and requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with estimating & project management
• Assisting and gaining experience with bid strategies & negotiations
• Project scheduling
• Submittals & product knowledge (use and installation)
• Project forecasting
• Job-site safety & visits

Skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Communication

Education

Construction Management (in progress)

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word processing

Job description

RAM Construction Services has been in business, learning and adapting since 1918.We are the oldest and most experienced waterproofing and restoration contractor in the United States. We employ the largest most experienced skilled labor force in the Midwest. We also pride ourselves on the training and safety of our skilled workforce. We strive for excellence and continue to push ourselves. Our core values are:

• Relationships are our business.
• Safety without compromise
• Unapologetically competitive
• 360 Accountability

Join our amazing Restoration + New Work team for our 2027 Spring/Summer internship. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in the field as well as the office. The opportunity to be mentored by our team of seasoned Estimators, Project Managers, Superintendents and Director will be an amazing experience.

Generous Compensation Package Includes:

• $24/hr starting wage.

Key Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. You will need to be open to learning, disciplined and systems driven, detail oriented, and have a genuine interest in helping team members with a positive and pro‑active attitude. Strong interest in Commercial construction, and comfortable meeting people. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Assist with estimating & project management
• Assisting and gaining experience with bid strategies & negotiations
• Project Scheduling
• Submittals & Product Knowledge (use and installation)
• Project Forecasting
• Job‑site safety & visits

Education Required:

Working towards completing your Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management.

Experience, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

• Currently attending a college or university in a related degree program such as Construction Management, Business Administration, etc.
• Blueprint reading and analyzing.
• Entry level estimating (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Project Management Assisting (depending upon experience & qualifications)
• Completion of project submittals & manuals
• Preparing of product samples-project specific
• Reviewing project specifications and requirements
• Other duties as assigned by management

Technology:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of computers, including e-mail and word processing abilities, Excel, Microsoft Office & Outlook

Work Environment:

The setting for this position is an office/ field hybrid.

Travel:

If travel is required to complete your job duties, you will be recompensated appropriately (mileage reimbursement, etc).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be regularly met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Seeing, hearing, walking, standing, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, speaking, sitting, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating and working.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

RAM Construction Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.