Design-Build Co-op: Spring 2027 — Hands-on Construction

Merus; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Merus is offering a co‑op opportunity in construction management in Cincinnati. You will work closely with project teams to coordinate design and build activities, read drawings, and assist in scheduling and bid package preparation.

The role emphasizes hands‑on learning and exposure to subcontractor coordination. As a co‑op, you will contribute to tracking progress, preparing logs and minutes, and supporting monthly invoicing and change orders, gaining field and office experience in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering from an accredited College or University
• Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Prior experience in Microsoft Project, BlueBeam, Procore, and Timberline software is an added bonus

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and construction with project team (PMs, Superintendents, Architects, and Design Professionals)
• Read and interpret construction drawings, documents, and requests for proposals
• Aid in creating project schedules
• Create scopes of work and bid packages for current projects to facilitate subcontractor buy-out
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings for estimates/proposals
• Communicate and coordinate drawings and schedule expectations with subcontractors
• Administer updated drawings and record drawing logs, submittals, and shop drawings
• Generate contracts and prepare monthly invoices; issue subcontractor/owner change-orders
• Attend meetings with the Superintendent/Project Manager and record minutes; participate in project planning
• Prepare weekly progress reports for owner review

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

BlueBeam

Procore

Timberline

Job description

Merus is offering a co‑op opportunity in construction management in Cincinnati. You will work closely with project teams to coordinate design and build activities, read drawings, and assist in scheduling and bid package preparation.

The role emphasizes hands‑on learning and exposure to subcontractor coordination. As a co‑op, you will contribute to tracking progress, preparing logs and minutes, and supporting monthly invoicing and change orders, gaining field and office experience in a