Construction Management Intern: Field Experience & Growth

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is offering a summer internship focused on construction management and field experience. You will work at a job site alongside a Project Manager and mentor to develop leadership and industry knowledge for immediate workforce entry.

Interns monitor site activities, assume responsibility for material scheduling, and ensure compliance with specifications and codes while supporting a safe, high-quality project environment across Southeast sites.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or Construction Management degree.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels.
• Familiarity with Primavera or Expedition is a plus.
• Ability to read, write and interpret blueprints; basic math.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Managers on site to meet specifications.
• Review data to determine material type and size; prepare itemized lists.
• Purchase, expedite and receive permanent material to ensure timely delivery.
• Perform material take offs and ensure quantities meet deadlines.
• Review inventory for correct specifications and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze blueprints and proposals to prepare for bids or installations.
• Compute cost factors for planning, organizing, scheduling work and bids.
• Ensure assembly and installation meet specifications; discuss change orders.
• Generate on-site drawings for change orders or modifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree (in progress)

Tools

Primavera

Expedition

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is offering a summer internship focused on construction management and field experience. You will work at a job site alongside a Project Manager and mentor to develop leadership and industry knowledge for immediate workforce entry.

Interns monitor site activities, assume responsibility for material scheduling, and ensure compliance with specifications and codes while supporting a safe, high-quality project environment across Southeast sites.