Construction Project Manager Co-op - Spring/Summer 2027

ARCO National Holdings; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

End-of-term bonus

Path to full-time

Sign-on bonus for each term served

Direct access to leaders

Intern training program

2 formal reviews during your Intern

Traveling to job sites

ESOP eligibility hours

Job summary

ARCO National Holdings in Southfield, MI is seeking a Construction Project Manager Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027. You’ll support project managers across estimating, scheduling, design reviews, buyout, permitting, and on-site visits while balancing school commitments and a full-time work schedule.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with owners and engineers, and a path to potential full-time employment after graduation. Housing stipends and competitive hourly rates are offered.

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 proposals and assigning dollar values.
• Create a working schedule for subcontractors to meet on-time delivery.
• Attend design meetings with owners and the team to understand proposals.
• Assist with buyout by sending bid instructions, schedules, and drawings.
• Support permitting processes and review shop drawings and submittals.
• Assist with billing, change orders, pay requests, and payments.
• Visit job sites to observe progress and ensure smooth operation.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Architectural/Construction Management

Job description

ARCO National Holdings in Southfield, MI is seeking a Construction Project Manager Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027. You’ll support project managers across estimating, scheduling, design reviews, buyout, permitting, and on-site visits while balancing school commitments and a full-time work schedule.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with owners and engineers, and a path to potential full-time employment after graduation. Housing stipends and competitive hourly rates are offered.