Construction Project Manager Intern

Austin NAWIC; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris invites motivated students for a Construction Project Manager Intern position in Bethesda, MD for Summer 2027. You'll gain hands-on experience turning classroom lessons into real-world PM skills across pre-construction, setup, and on-site activities.

The role covers safety, purchasing, submittals, tracking, change orders, RFIs, and closeout deliverables such as O&M manuals and warranties. Strong math, reading construction documents, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in construction project management.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.
• Demonstrated math ability and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist pre-construction tasks such as estimating, job setup, and permits.
• Support safety, purchasing, submittals, and tracking materials and equipment during construction.
• Monitor productivity, change orders, and RFIs.
• Prepare project closeout documents, O&M manuals, and warranties.
• Collaborate with team to ensure compliance with contracts and schedules.

Education

Pursuing degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Construction Project Manager Intern

Job Description:

Note: This internship is for Summer 2027

Our mission is to provide college students with on the job experience and knowledge of the construction process. As a Project Manager intern you will be given hands on opportunities to turn classroom lessons into real life skills in the construction industry.

Pre-Job:

• Estimating
• Job Setup
• Job contracts
• Permits and insurance certificates

During Construction:

• Safety
• Purchasing
• Submittals
• Tracking materials & equipment
• Productivity tracking
• Change orders and tracking
• RFIs

Job Closeout:

• Project closeout O&M manuals
• As-recording drawings and warranties

What we're looking for in you

• Must be a current student working toward degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in the construction industry and project management
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents
• Demonstrated proficiency of math and analytical skills
• Must have strong interpersonal skills with good verbal and written communication while working in a team environment

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range:

$21.37 - $32.05

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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