Construction Operations Intern

Kids for the Future; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Local transportation provided

International internship opportunity

Rotation program

Job summary

Conti Federal Services is launching a Summer 2027 internship program with opportunities across our construction and operations teams. Interns will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals to build practical skills while contributing to real project tasks.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and exposure to project delivery, budgeting, and reporting processes within a dynamic, security-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• US Citizen required.
• Must be a current student at an accredited US College or University enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program for Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Must have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills.
• Excellent teamwork, communication and people skills a must.
• Entrepreneurial with a well-rounded business perspective.
• Has a solid time management system and demonstrates excellent organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, P6 Primavera, HCSS, JD Edwards and Expedition software.
• Working knowledge of estimating, engineering, cost tracking systems and site surveying.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Quality personnel and the project using the Quality Management System.
• Manages/reviews all foremen's reports daily to ensure all information is properly recorded before any income, cost, or inventory entry.
• Monitors material yields and modifies operations to minimize waste.
• Assists the buyout process, writes the requisition, and communicates all required information to the Project Team.
• Assists the preparation of the 12-month cash flow schedule.
• Reviews and understands the extra work billing format. Updates all budgets to incorporate owner change orders.
• Actively participates in the development of the Four Week Look Ahead schedules with the Superintendents using basic logic to incorporate resources, submittals, approvals, lead times, restraints, and milestones.
• Assists the Project Management team in processing and tracking paperwork including submittals, RFIs, invoices, application for payment, subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and labor cost reports.
• Ensures all documentation is clear, concise, and accurate so all departments and employees can reliably use this information.
• Works with the Safety team to ensure Federal, State, and Local, safety and health regulations, and all aspects of the Safety and Health Plans and Programs.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

P6 Primavera

HCSS

JD Edwards

Expedition software

Job description

• Job Category Operations Overhead
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Conti Federal Services is a leading global construction and engineering company that has delivered some of the most demanding projects for the U.S. federal government. With roots dating back more than 115 years, Conti Federal specializes in disaster preparedness and recovery, classified and secure construction, critical infrastructure, and environmental remediation. We offer world-class service to our clients while remaining committed to our core values of safety, integrity, and compliance.

With offices located worldwide, the Conti Federal team prides itself on its diverse workforce and promotes an entrepreneurial and energetic atmosphere. We are looking for a candidate with a can-do attitude who wants to join our growing team, which is filled with boundless professional opportunities and career progression. We are committed to individual career development by offering a challenging yet learning-oriented culture that seeks to retain and promote from within the organization.

If you are looking to join a fast-paced and dynamic company, we want to hear from you!

The official home office for this position is Orlando, FL; however, the actual work location will be assigned to a project site within the continental United States.

Internship Program

Conti Federal Services is accepting Summer 2027 internship applications for various positions within our organization. During your internship, you will collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to build upon the skills you are learning through your education.

• Competitively paid internship.
• Housing, Meals, Incidentals, and Local Transportation may be provided in accordance with your offer letter, where applicable.
• Potential to be considered for an international internship, if desired.
• Company paid mid-point rotation home, where applicable.

General Position Description

The Construction Operations Intern works with the Project Delivery Team and Operations Support Team to efficiently and effectively track project progress through a variety of metrics such as client submittals, physical work in place, client billings, and overall schedule performance. They will learn the various project documentation process necessary for a standard construction ERP system as the processes for various Client Systems of record. They will also develop an understanding of the client submittal process and how that drives into timely project completion and how a construction management is measured on both the client and contractor sides of any job.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Quality personnel and the project using the Quality Management System.
• Manages/reviews all foremen's reports daily to ensure all information is properly recorded before any income, cost, or inventory entry.
• Monitors material yields and modifies operations to minimize waste.
• Assists the buyout process, writes the requisition, and communicates all required information to the Project Team.
• Assists the preparation of the 12-month cash flow schedule.
• Reviews and understands the extra work billing format. Updates all budgets to incorporate owner change orders.
• Actively participates in the development of the Four Week Look Ahead schedules with the Superintendents using basic logic to incorporate resources, submittals, approvals, lead times, restraints, and milestones.
• Assists the Project Management team in processing and tracking paperwork including submittals, RFIs, invoices, application for payment, subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and labor cost reports.
• Ensures all documentation is clear, concise, and accurate so all departments and employees can reliably use this information.
• Works with the Safety team to ensure Federal, State, and Local, safety and health regulations, and all aspects of the Safety and Health Plans and Programs.

Qualifications

• For Security Clearance Requirements – must be a US Citizen, as required.
• Must be a current student at an accredited US College or University enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program for Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Must have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills.
• Excellent teamwork, communication and people skills a must.
• Entrepreneurial with a well-rounded business perspective.
• Has a solid time management system and demonstrates excellent organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, P6 Primavera, HCSS, JD Edwards and Expedition software.
• Working knowledge of estimating, engineering, cost tracking systems and site surveying

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire.

Conti Federal is an equal opportunity employer and does not promote or enforce any preferences or workforce balancing on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, or national origin.