Heavy Civil Construction Intern - Superintendent Shadow

Parisi; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Walbec Group seeks a Superintendent Summer 2027 Intern to assist with daily heavy civil construction operations on projects across the Midwest. You will learn safety procedures, monitor OSHA compliance, and support planning, scheduling, and field coordination with the Operations Manager and HR.

Qualifications include pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, basic earthwork knowledge, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, grading, and site construction operations.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily heavy civil construction operations, including earthwork, utilities, grading, and site development.
• Learn and promote proper safety procedures, and help monitor compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Shadow the Superintendent in working with the Operations Manager and HR on employee relations matters.
• Support equipment coordination and pre-job planning to help ensure appropriate resources are allocated to the job site.
• Help verify foreman-reported installed quantities against hours from timecards.
• Observe and assist in troubleshooting field construction issues in collaboration with Project Management to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Develop a working understanding of plans, specifications, and standard practices for heavy civil work.
• Build professional relationships with Owners, General Contractors, and Subcontractors.
• Assist with the training and onboarding of field crew personnel under supervision.
• Support Project Managers with scheduling, cost control, and change order documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-starter

Independent worker

Earthwork knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Walbec Group seeks a Superintendent Summer 2027 Intern to assist with daily heavy civil construction operations on projects across the Midwest. You will learn safety procedures, monitor OSHA compliance, and support planning, scheduling, and field coordination with the Operations Manager and HR.

Qualifications include pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, basic earthwork knowledge, and strong communication.