Estimating & Preconstruction Intern: Bid & Budget Experience

Sevan Multi; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevan Multi Site Solutions invites aspiring estimators to join our Plano, TX office for an Estimating Internship this Summer 2027. You will support bid coordination, takeoffs, and subcontractor outreach while gaining exposure to preconstruction processes.

You will work with experienced estimators in a fast-paced environment, developing skills in bid preparation, document review, and estimate sheets. This role is ideal for a student seeking a path into construction management and estimating.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
• Strong interest in preconstruction estimating and construction project management.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reviewing project documents to help define scope and support bid preparation.
• Help prepare and distribute Invitations to Bid ITBs to subcontractors via bidding platforms such as Building Connected.
• Support the team in drafting RFIs (Requests for Information) for clarification of project scope.
• Participate in subcontractor outreach through email and phone calls to help solicit bids and confirm trade coverage.
• Assist in maintaining subcontractor bid solicitation lists and updating bid tracking tools.
• Perform basic quantity take offs under the guidance of senior estimators using on screen take off software.
• Research regional trade costs to support estimate development.
• Help collect, review and organize subcontractor quotes for accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Support the preparation of estimate sheets and proposals including inclusions, exclusions and qualifications.
• Contribute to project documentation such as site visit notes, risk registers and estimate logs.
• Participate in team meetings and gain exposure to the preconstruction and business development process.
• Other duties as assigned to support estimating and bid coordination efforts.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Education

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Sevan Multi Site Solutions invites aspiring estimators to join our Plano, TX office for an Estimating Internship this Summer 2027. You will support bid coordination, takeoffs, and subcontractor outreach while gaining exposure to preconstruction processes.

You will work with experienced estimators in a fast-paced environment, developing skills in bid preparation, document review, and estimate sheets. This role is ideal for a student seeking a path into construction management and estimating.