Construction Project Manager Co-op — Path to Full-Time

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

End-of-term bonus

Path to full-time position

Sign-on bonus for term served

Direct access to leaders

Intern training program

Two formal reviews

Traveling to job sites

Engagement events

Job summary

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies in Southfield, MI seeks a motivated Project Manager Co-op for a 6–8 month full-time internship. You’ll assist with estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyouts, and site visits to support project teams.

Qualifications include enrollment in a Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management program, a 3.0 GPA, and strong communication skills. Housing stipend and a potential path to full-time are offered.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management Bachelor’s degree program.
• GPA 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

• Estimating – describe project proposals and assign dollar values.
• Scheduling – create a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Design meetings – attend meetings with owner and team to understand proposals.
• Buyout – send bid instructions, schedule and drawings to subcontractors, evaluate proposals.
• Permitting – submit permit forms with drawings and fees for approval.
• Shop drawing/submittal review – review submissions and coordinate with PM.
• Billing – manage subcontracts, change orders, pay requests and pay applications.
• Job site visits – accompany PM to ensure project runs smoothly.

Job description

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies in Southfield, MI seeks a motivated Project Manager Co-op for a 6–8 month full-time internship. You’ll assist with estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyouts, and site visits to support project teams.

Qualifications include enrollment in a Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management program, a 3.0 GPA, and strong communication skills. Housing stipend and a potential path to full-time are offered.