Construction Project Manager Intern (Summer 2027)

ARCO/Murray; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

One-on-one mentorship

Structured training program

Travel opportunities

Discretionary end-of-term bonus

Intern stipend for living outside of市场

Full-time post-graduation bonus

Job summary

ARCO/Murray in Chicago offers a Summer 2027 Project Manager Intern position where you support project managers from proposal through completion, gaining exposure to estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyouts, submittals, billing, and site visits.

You will work with engineers and architects, receive mentorship, and participate in a structured training program with potential for travel and a post-graduation bonus; a GPA of 3.0+ and current enrollment in an engineering degree are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Engineering program or related field of study.
• Prior industry internship experience is a plus.
• Extracurricular involvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyout, submittal reviews, and billing.
• Support site visits and coordination with project teams.
• Participate in weekly training sessions to understand the ARCO/Murray business and processes.
• Contribute to on-time project performance and cost status management.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

About You

Are you looking to use your engineering background to solve client needs? Are you always thinking outside the box? Do you enjoy managing a project from start up to completion? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you. ARCO/Murray is looking for highly motivated Project Manager Interns who are passionate about the construction process to join the team for the Summer of 2027. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. You’ll be responsible for project performance and profit from day one!

A Day In The Life

ARCO offers an exciting Intern opportunity for highly motivated students. A Project Manager Intern will assist Project Managers with the following:

• Estimating – Describing project proposals and assigning dollar values to the projects.
• Scheduling – Creating a working timeline for subcontractors to complete the project on time.
• Design meetings – Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design pro structural engineers, architects.
• Buyout – Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors. Receive and evaluate proposals, then award subcontracts.
• Shop Drawing and Submittal Review – Review subcontractor drawings with Project Manager and design team and communicate with subs on upcoming work.
• Billing – Work with Project Manager to understand the business side of building such as managing subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, pay applications, and owning projects cost status.
• Jobsite Visits – Visit jobsite with Project Manager and work with Project Superintendent’s to ensure the project is running smoothly.
• Weekly Training Sessions – As an ARCO/Murray Project Manager Intern, weekly training sessions are provided to ensure the Intern team has a clear understanding of their role and how the business operates. Many training courses emphasize growing a deeper knowledge of building trades and how to leverage an engineering background to solve clients needs as a design/builder. Training is held virtually, in-person, at jobsites, and self-guided.

Necessary Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s of Engineering program or related field of study
• Prior industry internship experience is a plus
• Extracurricular involvement is a plus

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
• One-on-one mentorship
• Structured training program
• Opportunity to travel
• Opportunity for term-end discretionary bonus
• Stipend provided for interns living outside of market
• A $5,000 bonus should you join ARCO/Murray fulltime after graduation

Typical hourly compensation for the Project Management Internship role ranges from $27.00 to $28.00 per hour, depending on location, academic level, and prior experience.

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.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets