Estimating Internship - Summer 2027

Ragnar Benson, LLC; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Ragnar Benson, LLC is seeking an Estimating Intern for Summer 2027 in Rockford, IL. As part of the preconstruction and estimating team, you will gain hands-on experience with cost estimates, bid proposals, and quantity takeoffs across commercial, industrial, and heavy construction projects.

You will review plans and contract documents, research pricing, and support budgeting and value engineering efforts while developing skills in communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing undergraduate, four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar.
• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Eager to learn and interested in the commercial and industrial construction industry.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist estimators in preparing cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations.
• Research subcontractors, suppliers, and pricing information.
• Help solicit and track subcontractor and vendor bids.
• Maintain estimating databases and project documentation.
• Support the preconstruction team with budgeting and value engineering efforts.
• Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to client and subcontractor interactions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Ragnar Benson Construction, a MasTec company is hiring for Summer 2027 Internships. As an Estimating Intern at Ragnar Benson, you will gain hands on experience supporting the preconstruction and estimating team on commercial, industrial, and heavy construction projects. This internship provides exposure to the full bidding process, helping develop the technical, analytical, and communication skills needed for a successful career in construction management.

Location: This role will work in our Rockford, IL office.

Company Overview

Ragnar Benson Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in commuter rail, intermodal facilities, and ports. With almost 40 years of experience in the railway industry, we offer various delivery models, including general contracting, construction management, preconstruction, and design-build services. In addition, we specialize in constructing intermodal facilities, classification yards, mechanical repair facilities, fueling facilities, automobile marshaling terminals, and mainline capacity improvements. Focusing on innovation, safety, and environmentally-responsible construction, Ragnar Benson delivers quality work and service.

Ragnar Benson is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

Responsibilities

• Assist estimators in preparing cost estimates and bid proposals
• Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations
• Research subcontractors, suppliers, and pricing information
• Help solicit and track subcontractor and vendor bids
• Maintain estimating databases and project documentation
• Support the preconstruction team with budgeting and value engineering efforts
• Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to client and subcontractor interactions

Qualifications

Education:

• Currently pursuing undergraduate, four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar

Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Eager to learn and interested in the commercial and industrial construction industry
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Competencies Required:

• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work within a team
• Deadline Oriented
• Problem Solving
• Written and Oral Communication
• Adaptable and willing to learn

Compensation $20-$21 /hour. This is a temporary position, no company benefits are offered.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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Service Line (UKG) : Name

RBL-Ragnar Benson, LLC