Construction Project Manager Co-op: Build Experience

ARCO National Construction Company; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

ESOP eligibility

End-of-term performance bonus

Path to full-time position

Sign-on bonus

Direct access to leaders

Intern training program

Formal internship reviews

Travel to jobsites

Engagement events

Job summary

ARCO National Construction Company in Framingham, MA offers a 6–8 month Co-op as a Project Manager. The role supports the PM team full-time, with a focus on estimating, scheduling, and design coordination.

This is a hands-on opportunity to learn real-world construction management alongside senior professionals. Students will gain experience in buyout, permitting, shop drawing reviews, billing, and site visits, and may transition to full-time roles on graduation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Estimating: describe project proposals and assign dollar values.
• Scheduling: create a timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design professionals and architects.
• Issue bid instructions, schedule, and drawings; evaluate proposals and award subcontracts.
• Prepare permit forms and coordinate with city/county/fire for approvals.
• Review shop drawings and submittals; coordinate material orders with PM.
• Process subcontracts, change orders, pay requests.
• Visit job sites with PM to ensure smooth progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Strong work ethic

Prior internship or co-op experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management

GPA 3.0/4.0

Job description

ARCO National Construction Company in Framingham, MA offers a 6–8 month Co-op as a Project Manager. The role supports the PM team full-time, with a focus on estimating, scheduling, and design coordination.

This is a hands-on opportunity to learn real-world construction management alongside senior professionals. Students will gain experience in buyout, permitting, shop drawing reviews, billing, and site visits, and may transition to full-time roles on graduation.