Mechanical, Project Intern

The Poole and Kent Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading mechanical contractor in Richmond is looking for a Project Intern to assist in coordinating project information and supporting the Project Manager. Key duties include managing project documentation, verifying project drawings, and tracking deliveries. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, and familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD is preferred. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate or current student in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with project coordination.
• Review and understand project documents.
• Ensure accurate distribution of project drawings.
• Track deliveries and support project accounting.

Skills

Integrity

Self-motivated

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Project management software

Job description

Project Intern – Mechanical

Location: Ashburn, VA
Reports to: Project Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

About the Company

The Poole and Kent Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group. We are one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States, with experience in commercial and government projects such as data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

Job Summary

The Project Intern will assist the Project Team with coordinating project information for the assigned department. The role supports the Project Manager in driving the project’s overall flow from inception to completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in driving project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion.
• Review contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover. Attend walk‑throughs.
• Assist with project document control, including insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFIs, change orders, correspondence, and more.
• Ensure documents are centrally saved in the project’s chosen document control software.
• Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.
• Support project schedule showing completion, delivery dates, and sub‑requirements; integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as needed.
• Track deliveries of major equipment and subs, indicating shipping requirements and anticipating delivery dates.
• Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foreman.
• Support accounting department in monthly billings, collections, and follow‑up on outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with foreman regarding project safety (toolbox talks and weekly walk‑throughs).
• Gather information for changes in work and turnover to estimating for pricing; assist in maximizing profit on change orders.
• Assist field personnel in closeout of project.
• Obtain as‑builts from field.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendations for resolution.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be work authorized in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F‑1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full‑time basis.

Position Requirements and Preferred Education/Experience

• Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management degree from an accredited college or university completed or in progress, OR equivalent experience.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and other technical or construction programs preferred.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software preferred.

Required Attributes

• Integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values.
• Self‑motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem‑solving, and multi‑tasking skills.
• High standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to receive constructive criticism; teachable and trainable.

Language Skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English and collaborate with multiple levels of customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear; use hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls; walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift up to twenty‑five pounds. Requires close, distance, peripheral, depth vision and ability to adjust focus. Required to commute to field locations and navigate job site areas.

Work Environment

Work environment includes long periods sitting in front of a computer and occasional travel to field locations. Field locations may involve outdoor work and exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Disabled. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and look for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Affirmative Action Policy

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