Construction Project Manager Intern

Harris Companies; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Harris Companies is seeking a Construction Project Manager Intern for Summer 2027. This internship offers hands-on opportunities for current college students to gain valuable experience in the construction industry.

Interns will be involved in all project aspects, including estimating, job setup, safety tracking, and closeout procedures. The position requires a strong interest in project management and collaboration within a team, making it ideal for students in related fields.

Qualifications

• Current student working toward a relevant degree.
• Strong interest in construction and project management.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of the project from pre-job to closeout.
• Involve in estimating, job setup, and safety tracking.
• Manage submittals, materials, productivity, and change orders.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Construction Project Manager Intern

Job Description

Note: This internship is for Summer 2027

Your role as a Project Manager Intern

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.

Throughout the internship, you will have expose to all aspects of a project, start to finish, including the following:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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