Estimating Intern

SPC Construction Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care

Wellness benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

FlatironDragados is seeking an Estimating Intern to apply academic training in a real-world setting. You will assist the estimating team by preparing takeoffs, reviewing drawings and specifications, and helping convert data into cost estimates for assigned disciplines.

You must be enrolled in Engineering or Construction Management. Benefits include competitive compensation, 401(k)/RRSP, medical coverage, wellness programs, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an Engineering or Construction Management program.
• Ability to assist in preparing estimates and takeoffs.
• Strong math, analytical, and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Aid in reviewing proposal specs and drawings to define scope of work.
• Assist in deriving unit and hour figures from historical data.
• Help prepare discipline estimates and material quantity takeoffs.
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and team members to resolve issues.
• Support design review options and cost-based recommendations.
• Participate in project hand-off meetings between pursuit and management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering

Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Come intern with usand train with the industry's finest professionals! FlatironDragados' Intern Program provides challenging and rewarding work opportunities for college students majoring in Civil Engineering and Construction Management.

As an Estimating Intern, you will be given the opportunity to apply your academic training and skills in a real-world setting. In addition, you will assist the estimating team by assisting in preparing the estimate for assigned construction discipline. In performing any number or combination of the following tasks, you shall support published corporate policies, set a productive and consistent work example, and be responsible to follow up on all tasks assigned.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Aids in reviewing proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to help determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Assists in reviewing historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures
• Supports estimating team by helping to prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Assists in calculating material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals
• Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan
• Support published corporate policies
• Perform additional assignments per management’s direction

Who You Are

Estimating Interns/Co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in a(n) Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar program at an accredited technical college or university.

Why Join Our Team

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $21.00/Hr.

Salary Max

USD $26.00/Hr.