Construction PM Co-op: Hands-On Field Experience

ARCO National Holdings; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

ESOP eligibility

End-of-term performance bonus

Path to full-time position

Sign-on bonus for hire after grad

Job summary

ARCO National Holdings is seeking a Construction Project Manager Co-op for Summer/Fall 2027 in Cincinnati. You will support project management activities across estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyout, permitting, shop drawing reviews, billing, and site visits, working full-time for 6–8 months.

The role offers housing stipends based on need, ESOP eligibility credits, performance bonuses, and a path to full-time placement after graduation.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management Bachelor's degree program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Previous internship or Co‑op construction experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with estimating by describing project proposals and assigning dollar values.
• Create a working timeline for subcontractors/trades to complete the project on time.
• Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design proposals from structural engineers and architects.
• Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors; receive and evaluate proposals and award the subcontracts.
• Fill out permit forms, submit forms with drawings and fees, and await city/county/fire approval.
• Review shop drawings/submittals; coordinate with PM and subcontractors to begin ordering materials.
• Assist with subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, and pay applications.
• Visit job sites with PM to ensure projects run smoothly.

Skills

Estimating

Scheduling

Design meetings

Buyout

Permitting

Shop drawing/submittal

Billing

Site visits

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management bachelor’s degree program

Job description

ARCO National Holdings is seeking a Construction Project Manager Co-op for Summer/Fall 2027 in Cincinnati. You will support project management activities across estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyout, permitting, shop drawing reviews, billing, and site visits, working full-time for 6–8 months.

The role offers housing stipends based on need, ESOP eligibility credits, performance bonuses, and a path to full-time placement after graduation.