Design/Build Construction PM Intern

ARCO Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Housing stipend

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Company-sponsored lunches, happy hours

Fully stocked kitchens

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build is seeking a Construction Design/Build Project Manager Intern/Co-op in New York. You’ll engage with the full project lifecycle, from concept through final delivery, gaining hands-on experience alongside seasoned professionals.

You’ll participate in estimating, scheduling, design meetings, reporting, and site visits while developing professional skills and industry knowledge in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergrad/grad program (other related engineering majors considered).
• Driver's License.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Previous Co-op or Intern experience in construction preferred, but not required.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Concept to Completion Approach – learn how ARCO manages projects from concept through final delivery.
• Estimating and Takeoffs – describe project proposals and assign accurate dollar values.
• Scheduling – assist in creating timelines for subcontractors/trades activities.
• Design Meetings – attend meetings with owner and design team, including structural engineers and architects.
• Reporting – prepare weekly reports, document progress, and track meeting actions.
• Shadowing – join project calls and site meetings to observe how DBMs lead.
• Buyout – send bid instructions, schedules, and drawings; evaluate proposals and assist with awarding subcontracts.
• Permitting – complete and submit permit applications with necessary documents and fees.
• Shop Drawing & Submittal Review – route submittals and communicate approvals to subs.
• Billing – learn about subcontracts, change orders, pay requests and pay applications.
• Job Site Visits – visit job sites to monitor progress.
• Training & Learning – attend offsite trainings and biweekly sessions.
• Business Development – gain exposure to client relationships and industry development strategies.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Driver's License

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Architectural/Construction Management undergraduate or graduate program

Job description

ARCO Design/Build is seeking a Construction Design/Build Project Manager Intern/Co-op in New York. You’ll engage with the full project lifecycle, from concept through final delivery, gaining hands-on experience alongside seasoned professionals.

You’ll participate in estimating, scheduling, design meetings, reporting, and site visits while developing professional skills and industry knowledge in a collaborative environment.