Estimating Intern: Build Bids & Field-ready Skills

George J. Igel & Co., Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

George J. Igel & Co., Inc. is seeking an Estimating Intern to assist the Estimating department with maintaining and updating project documents, coordinating with vendors and subcontractors, and attending pre-bid and bid meetings at our Columbus office.

The intern will gain hands-on exposure to construction estimating, learn to assess risks, and develop practical skills for a career in the industry. Eligibility requires current undergraduate enrollment, 18+ years old, and drug-screen clearance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year undergraduate degree program
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening (BWC Drug-Free Workplace) and marijuana tests
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a Motor Vehicle Record that satisfies the Company’s insurance requirements

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and maintain project documents as required
• Maintain the integrity of project documents from reception to bid submission
• Post addenda to maintain a current set of project documents
• Know the Project better than the owner, including plans, specs, and soil reports
• Understand and familiarize pay items/scope of work
• Take off accurate units of work
• Know the scope of work – recognize and evaluate unusual risks
• Download & print plans
• Coordinate and communicate with vendors and subcontractors during the bidding process
• Attend meetings, including pre-bids and bid openings
• Minimal travel may be required to evaluate proposed project sites before bid date
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MS Office

Public speaking

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Communication

Education

Undergraduate student (2- or 4-year)

Job description

George J. Igel & Co., Inc. is seeking an Estimating Intern to assist the Estimating department with maintaining and updating project documents, coordinating with vendors and subcontractors, and attending pre-bid and bid meetings at our Columbus office.

The intern will gain hands-on exposure to construction estimating, learn to assess risks, and develop practical skills for a career in the industry. Eligibility requires current undergraduate enrollment, 18+ years old, and drug-screen clearance.