Construction Project Manager Intern — Mentorship & Hands-On

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Missouri is seeking a Project Manager Intern.

This part-time role is ideal for students pursuing construction management, offering hands-on experience from planning through delivery, and collaboration with experienced project managers. The internship emphasizes mentorship, skill development, and exposure to scheduling, budgeting, safety, and field coordination across active projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or university program in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Able to balance work with academic commitments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with scheduling and budgeting on active construction projects.
• Help develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and progress reports.
• Collaborate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to support project success.
• Monitor compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in identifying and tracking project risks and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate field and office activities to keep tasks moving smoothly.
• Adhere to safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Gain hands-on project management knowledge through mentorship.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Basic scheduling concepts

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Enrollment in engineering/construction management program

Job description

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Missouri is seeking a Project Manager Intern.

This part-time role is ideal for students pursuing construction management, offering hands-on experience from planning through delivery, and collaboration with experienced project managers. The internship emphasizes mentorship, skill development, and exposure to scheduling, budgeting, safety, and field coordination across active projects.