Estimating Engineer Intern – Summer 2027

Christman Company; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christman Company invites undergraduate students to join their Summer Internship Program in Knoxville, Tennessee as Estimating Engineer Interns. Learn to read drawings, quantify materials, and develop BIM/VR/AR skills while supporting project planning and cost estimation.

Ideal candidates are Sophomores to Seniors pursuing civil engineering, construction management, or related fields with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a willingness to gain hands-on experience on commercial construction projects in

Qualifications

• Active, full-time Sophomore–Senior student pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. No sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and project specifications.
• Survey/quantify materials from drawings.
• Develop knowledge of 2D takeoff/3D estimating technologies and platforms.
• Organize quantity takeoffs for audit readiness.
• Estimate interiors for projects.
• Learn basic structural/civil estimating at development/construction level drawings.
• Contact trade contractors/suppliers for pricing.
• Use collaboration software for document control and distribution.
• Contribute to development of 4D BIM models and VR/AR applications.
• Participate in active project site visits.

Skills

Construction internship

Student leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

BIM

VR/AR

Job description

The Christman Company Job Description: Build More with Your Career at Christman

Get out of the classroom and Build More with your internship experience at The Christman Company! Our internship program provides undergraduate students opportunities to learn about different building types and delivery methods while gaining on-the-job experience in the various markets we build in.

The Christman Company is looking for Estimating Engineer Interns for the upcoming Summer Internship Program in our Knoxville, Tennessee region!

What You Will Do:

• Read and interpret drawings and project specifications
• Survey/quantify materials from drawings
• Develop knowledge of 2D On-Screen Takeoff/3D QTO technologies and our estimating platform
• Organize quantity takeoffs for ease of audit
• Estimate interiors
• Learn basic structural/civil estimating at Design Development /Construction level drawings
• Contact/follow-up with trade contractors/suppliers for pricing
• Utilize the latest collaboration software for document control and distribution
• Develop knowledge of construction pricing
• Make recommendations for software upgrades
• Make recommendations for database pricing changes
• Become familiar with the project's mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, how they interact with the architecture and support the function of a building.
• Participate in active project site visits.
• Experience in-progress construction processes and apply that knowledge in the planning effort.
• Virtual Design & Construction (BIM) concentration: assist the project planning team develop 4D models, Facility Asset Management Models, and utilize Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

Active, full-time Sophomore-Senior level student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field. Minimum 3.0 GPA

Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Previous work or internship experience in the commercial construction industry.
• Shows participation and/or leadership roles in student organizations or extracurricular club activities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.

Founded in 1894, Christman is a national, employee-owned construction firm offering construction management, general contracting, and design-build services. Taking a comprehensive approach to support our clients needs, our self-perform affiliates empower us to enhance project outcomes. With over 500 employee-owners, we unite great people in great achievement, delivering projects that align with clients' goals through a collaborative, one-team approach. Our family of companies’ expertise spans multiple market sectors, including healthcare, education, and historic preservation, providing tailored solutions that add value to every project. Together, we strive to #buildmore for our clients, communities, and team.

Interested in exploring a career with Christman? We're looking for talented people who are passionate about construction and who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration.