Construction Project Manager Intern - Summer 2027

Austin NAWIC; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401K with company match

Vacation & holidays

Paid parental leave

Short-term incentive plan

Job summary

Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, offers a Construction Project Manager Intern position for Summer 2027 in Columbus, OH. The role provides hands-on experience turning classroom lessons into real-life construction skills across pre-job, construction, and closeout phases.

You will assist with estimating, safety, purchasing, submittals, and tracking; gain exposure to RFIs, change orders, and project closeout documentation; and work closely with teams to develop strong communication and

Qualifications

• Must be a current student pursuing a 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.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to estimating, job setup, contracts, permits, and insurance.
• Assist with safety, purchasing, submittals, and material tracking.
• Support productivity tracking, change orders, and RFIs.
• Contribute to project closeout including O&M manuals and as-record drawings.
• Collaborate across project teams from start to finish.

Skills

Reading docs

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Current student

Job description

Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, offers a Construction Project Manager Intern position for Summer 2027 in Columbus, OH. The role provides hands-on experience turning classroom lessons into real-life construction skills across pre-job, construction, and closeout phases.

You will assist with estimating, safety, purchasing, submittals, and tracking; gain exposure to RFIs, change orders, and project closeout documentation; and work closely with teams to develop strong communication and