Construction Management Intern - Summer 2027

Snc-Lavalin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hands-on experience

Mentorship from professionals

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical benefits

Dental, vision benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Denver, CO seeks a Construction Management Intern for Summer 2027 to support Owner's Representative activities on roadway projects, including paving, bridges, guard rails, and signals. This on-site role provides hands-on field QA and contract administration experience.

You will observe contractor work, document progress, and coordinate with field leads and project managers. Safety discipline and a path to professional growth are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must have completed 60 hours towards a civil engineering or construction management degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2027).
• Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Act as Owner's Representative for roadway-related projects (paving, bridges, signals).
• Observe contractor work and perform quality assurance activities.
• Record and document construction activities per contract requirements.
• Coordinate with field lead and project manager on tasks.
• Participate in internal quality control checks and review designs/drawings.
• Follow all safety protocols while onsite.

Skills

Walk long distances

Climb ladders

Color vision

Valid driver's license

Education

60 hours toward civil engineering or construction management ABET program

Job description

Job Description Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Construction Management Intern - Summer 2027 to join our Denver, CO office.

Your Role

Act as Owner's Representative for State, Federal, or local clients, where most projects are roadway-related - asphalt and concrete paving, bridges, guard rail, traffic signals, etc.

Under supervision, observe the work of contractors involved in the construction of projects and perform quality assurance (QA) activities.

Perform non-manual field work that involves applying acquired knowledge and experience to observe moderately complex construction contracts and related activities.

Coordinate with field lead / internal project manager and/or owner on assigned tasks.

Record and document construction activities in accordance with contract requirements, such as daily diaries, daily payment reports during progress of work, and others as assigned.

Participate in internal quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, checking computations, and/or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.

Follow all applicable safety protocols while onsite, including requirements established by contract documents, client standards, and internal policies.

About You Education

Must have completed 60 hours towards a civil engineering or construction management degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2027).

About You Experience

No experience is generally required if accepted into an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in a related technical field.

Special Skills

Ability to walk long distances, climb ladders, stoop, squat and crawl to inspect work; ability to observe construction activities and distinguish colors; and ability to perceive back-up alarms and other warnings.

Must be able to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions, subject to insects, flooded terrain, equipment/traffic, and other hazards. Position may require nonstandard work shifts, such as long hours, weekends, or nights as per client and/or manager's direction. Position may require driving a vehicle to a jobsite daily with mileage reimbursement. Incumbent must have valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hands-on experience with industry leaders
• Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
• Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities
• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
• Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $25 - $31 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Application Timeline

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.

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Job Details

Worker Type Employee Job Type Casual

Inclusivity Statement

We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Corporate Information

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory and environmental services, intelligent networks and cybersecurity, design and engineering, procurement, project and construction management, operations and maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.

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