Estimator Intern - Construction (Summer 2027)

McCarthy Bush; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Improvement is seeking an Estimator Intern for Summer 2027, based in Davenport, Iowa. You will assist estimators, project managers and field supervisors with estimation and coordination. Pursuing any college degree or trade program in construction management, design, engineering, or related fields is encouraged.

This full‑time internship runs 32–40 hours per week with a flexible start date. Gain hands-on experience in cost estimation, change orders, bid coordination, quantity takeoffs

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize work and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency using Bluebeam and Microsoft Office; Excel preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimating cost for change orders.
• Soliciting bidders and suppliers; coordinating subcontractor activity and vendor purchase orders.
• Scheduling contracts and materials; coordinating takeoffs.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs; participate in site visits and observations.
• Quality and document control; writing RFIs and submittals; assisting in change orders.
• Collecting and reporting data.

Skills

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Excel

Communication

Education

Pursuing construction management/design/engineering degree

Job description

McCarthy Improvement is seeking an Estimator Intern for Summer 2027, based in Davenport, Iowa. You will assist estimators, project managers and field supervisors with estimation and coordination. Pursuing any college degree or trade program in construction management, design, engineering, or related fields is encouraged.

This full‑time internship runs 32–40 hours per week with a flexible start date. Gain hands-on experience in cost estimation, change orders, bid coordination, quantity takeoffs