Design/Build Project Manager Intern

ARCO Companies; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Housing stipend

Health insurance

Professional development

Networking events

Kitchens & snacks

Inclusive environment

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build in Columbia, MD is offering a Construction Design/Build Project Manager intern/co-op role. You will be exposed to the full project lifecycle, working with experienced professionals to grow skills in concept-to-completion, estimating, scheduling, design meetings, and site visits.

The internship emphasizes training and development, with housing stipends and competitive pay. Enthusiastic problem-solvers with strong communication will thrive in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering undergraduate or graduate program (other related engineering majors will be 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 – understand project lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• Estimating and Takeoffs – describe project proposals and assign dollar values.
• Scheduling – assist in creating timelines for subcontractors and 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 action items.
• Shadowing – join project calls and site meetings to observe leadership of DBMs.
• Buyout – send bid instructions, schedules, and drawings to subs; assist with subcontracts.
• Permitting – complete and submit permit applications with necessary documents and fees.
• Shop Drawing & Submittal Review – route submittals and communicate approvals.
• 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 learning sessions.
• Business Development – gain exposure to client relationships and strategies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Driver's License

Attention to detail

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Architectural/Construction Management/Building Science/Construction Engineering (Undergrad/Grad)

Job description

ARCO Design/Build in Columbia, MD is offering a Construction Design/Build Project Manager intern/co-op role. You will be exposed to the full project lifecycle, working with experienced professionals to grow skills in concept-to-completion, estimating, scheduling, design meetings, and site visits.

The internship emphasizes training and development, with housing stipends and competitive pay. Enthusiastic problem-solvers with strong communication will thrive in this collaborative environment.