Field Ops Intern: Construction Scheduling & Safety

Consigli Construction; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction seeks a Field Operations Intern to support safety programs, track quantities, analyze schedules, and document job site activities. This internship offers hands-on experience in field coordination and construction quality within a dynamic environment.

You will assist superintendents and project managers, review drawings, update schedules, and participate in QA processes, safety walks, and daily reports, gaining exposure to CPM concepts and field management tools.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; preference for Civil Engineering or construction-focused programs.
• Basic knowledge of construction site safety standards, practices, and protocols.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) with aptitude for learning construction management software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, submittals, and technical documents.
• Strong organizational skills for managing documentation and reporting.
• Basic understanding of construction scheduling, including critical path method (CPM) concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of the project safety program to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Provide technical assistance by interpreting contract drawings, submittals, and project documentation.
• Assist the assistant superintendent, superintendent, and project manager with daily and weekly activities, including preparing daily reports, conducting safety walks, compiling quantity reports, and updating project schedules.
• Develop a clear understanding of the overall project schedule, including critical path analysis.
• Review and contribute to the short-term planning process to ensure project milestones are met.
• Participate in the quality assurance program by attending meetings, performing site inspections, and verifying materials for compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities to support adherence to project timelines and safety requirements.
• Maintain project documentation such as daily logs, RFIs, and submittal tracking to support effective communication and record-keeping.
• Monitor onsite material deliveries and inventory to facilitate uninterrupted project progress.
• Participate in project team meetings, communicating updates, challenges, and potential solutions.
• Observe and report site conditions that could impact schedule, cost, or safety.
• Utilize construction management software and tools to accurately track and update project information.

Skills

Communication

Construction management interest

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Team collaboration

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Consigli Construction seeks a Field Operations Intern to support safety programs, track quantities, analyze schedules, and document job site activities. This internship offers hands-on experience in field coordination and construction quality within a dynamic environment.

You will assist superintendents and project managers, review drawings, update schedules, and participate in QA processes, safety walks, and daily reports, gaining exposure to CPM concepts and field management tools.