Intern - PM/Estimator - Demolition

Veit Management, Inc; United States; In loco; USD 30.000 - 36.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan with matching

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Descrizione del lavoro

Veit is seeking a Civil Construction Intern to support project estimation and pre-bid activities across Earthwork, Utilities, Demolition and Foundations. You will learn under a mentoring Project Manager/Estimator and may lead toward full-time opportunities based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, performing takeoffs with software, quoting subs, and contributing to bid proposals while maintaining safety and quality standards on diverse projects.

Competenze

• 1-year education toward bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar.
• At least 1 summer of construction work experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
• Ability to read and act on simple instructions.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Mansioni

• Review plans and specifications to determine project scope.
• Inspect job sites before bidding to prepare estimates.
• Perform takeoffs using software; hand takeoffs for quantities.
• Calculate quantities (squares, feet, yards, units) for materials.
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation.
• Construct bids by adding activities, crews, and equipment.
• Review bid with estimator or project manager; attend project meetings.

Conoscenze

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Reading & following instructions

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree track (Construction/Engineering)

Strumenti

Construction takeoff software

Estimating software

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description: The Civil Construction Internship provides students interested in pursuing a Project Manager/Estimator career track the opportunity to learn the role. Consideration for full-time employment is contingent on completion of the program, quality of work produced, the amount of interest displayed by the intern, and business need. The mentoring Project Manager/Estimator will provide direction, support, and encouragement for the Civil Construction Intern to develop an understanding of the responsibilities of the role. Civil Construction Internships are available within the following service groups: Earthwork, Utilities, Demolition, and Foundations.

A Day in the Life Reviews plans and specifications to determine the scope of the work required for the project. Reviews jobsites before bidding to make appropriate estimates. Completes accurate takeoffs utilizing software. Also performs hand takeoff quantities for various aspects of each project. Calculates quantities (square yard, linear feet, cubic yard, each, etc) for each project to factor materials needed and material movement. Solicits quotes from subcontractors for bid preparation and final numbers. Keeps DBE/MBE requirements in mind with subcontractor invitations to bid. Constructs bids by adding activities (work to be completed), crews and equipment, adjusting production rates. Prints out bid proposals and create proposal. Reviews bid with estimator or project manager. Observes the change order process. Attends project meetings.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum of 1-year education working toward completion of bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar discipline.
• At least 1 summer of construction work experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
• Ability to read, comprehend and act on simple instructions.
• Ability to respond to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment with a can-do attitude.

What Will Set You Apart

• Prior experience using Familiarity with construction takeoff, bidding, and/or estimating software is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret project plans and specifications.

Other Requires

• 8 to 10-hour hour workdays, Monday – Friday.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+. The employee is regularly required to use a computer/laptop/iPad in on office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting, navigate between office building floors, attend off-site meetings, and lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted. The employee occasionally may encounter high noise levels, but hearing protection is provided/required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Most often an office environment, however jobsite travel may be required. Employee frequently works alone and with others. Frequently exposed to variable work environments, including unique conditions outside a typical office environment. Occasionally exposed to moving machinery, loud noises, odors, dust, pressurized equipment. Occasionally exposed to electrical hazards. May be exposed to environmental conditions, and variable weather including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat.

Base Compensation: $22 - 26/hr

The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience. We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Who Are We?

Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

Our Core Values

Deliberately Safe

We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making.

Build with Intention

We build with intention. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. We leave things better than we found them, and never leave a job until we’re proud to put the Veit name on it.

Leaders Dig First

Egos have no place at Veit. We expect everyone on our team to dig in with a leadership mentality. That means being willing to jump in, take ownership, and get mud on our boots — especially when times get challenging.

Real Relationships

Like our work, we approach relationships authentically, with a long-term mindset. Whether you’re a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty.

Integrity in Everything

As part of the Veit family, everything we do and say reflects on this entire company. We act with integrity, which means treating others just as we want to be treated, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

Veit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Veit will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Veit is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions.

Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Veit prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.

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