Construction Project Manager Intern or Co-Op 2027 (GSC)

ARCO Companies; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

ARCO & GSC Design/Build in Charleston, SC, is offering a Construction Project Manager Intern/Co-op for 2027. You will gain exposure to the electrical scope of industrial and commercial projects, working with project managers and trade partners.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accredited engineering or construction program, with strong communication and detail orientation. Prior co-op or internship is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
• Prior co-op or intern experience in engineering or construction is preferred but not required.
• Enrolled in an accredited engineering/construction program (undergraduate or graduate).

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and trade partners across design-build processes.
• Support scheduling and coordination for multiple trades and equipment installations.
• Attend meetings with engineers, architects, and project teams to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Gain exposure to the electrical scope of industrial and commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Civil/Structural Engineering

Construction Engineering

Building Systems

Construction Management

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Construction Project Manager Intern or Co-Op 2027 (GSC)

Charleston, SC, US

About You:

Are you a problem-solver who’s energized by project management, construction, field coordination, and the challenge of powering large-scale construction projects? Do you thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in doing the right thing with integrity and precision?

If you answered “Yes!” — this opportunity was designed with you in mind.

At ARCO & GSC Design/Build, we’re not just constructing buildings — we’re developing the next generation of leaders in construction. Join us and experience what it means to be part of one of the nation’s top design/build construction firms.

A Day in the Life:

As an Project Manager Intern/Co-op , you’ll gain firsthand exposure to the electrical scope of industrial and commercial projects — from preconstruction through closeout. You’ll work directly with project managers and trade partners to bring high-performance facilities to life.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Design-Build Process – Learn how we manage design/build projects within fully integrated projects from concept to completion
• Design/Build Projects Estimating & Takeoffs – Assist in evaluating design documents and preparing Design/Build cost estimates
• Design Coordination – Attend meetings with engineers, architects, and project teams to ensure design aligns with project goals
• Scheduling Support – Help develop and monitor schedules specific to all trades and equipment installation
• Necessary Qualifications:
  • Enrolled in an accredited Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Civil/Structural Engineering , Construction Engineering , Building Systems , or Construction Management undergraduate or graduate program (other related majors considered)
  • Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn
  • Prior co-op or intern experience in engineering or general construction (preferred, not required)
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred, not required)

What We Can Offer You:

Our culture is built on four core values:

• Treat people fairly and do the right thing
• Understand our customers’ business and solve their problems
• Be positive, upbeat, and have fun
• Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit

What you’ll get as part of our internship/co-op program:

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
• Housing stipend available based on need

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

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