Power Construction Preconstruction Intern - Summer '27

POWER CONSTRUCTION CO; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Power Construction is seeking a Preconstruction Intern for Summer ’27 in Chicago. The program offers hands-on, field-centric experience with mentorship, development training, and networking with AEC professionals.

Housing is provided for out-of-state interns and co-ops, with site-based meetings and company events throughout the summer. You will support the preconstruction team in estimating and planning, learn cost estimation techniques, and build relationships with clients and subcontractors

Responsibilities

• Support the preconstruction team through all phases of estimating and project planning.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, bid analyses, and value engineering recommendations.
• Assist with subcontractor solicitation, bid review, negotiations, and subcontract administration.
• Maintain historical cost, unit pricing, and subcontractor databases.
• Develop working knowledge of market costs, general conditions, and preliminary scheduling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Utilize Revit models and project documentation to support estimating efforts.

Tools

Revit

Job description

PRECONSTRUCTION INTERN (Summer '27)

ABOUT POWER:

Power Construction is consistently regarded as one of Chicago's largest and most respected General Contractors according to Crain's Chicago. But beyond that, you can find us on the golf course, competing in beach volleyball or softball in Grant Park, brewing beer, attending neighborhood festivals, giving back to the community, and spending time together during a range of company-sponsored events. Our culture is one of the reasons we've been selected by our employees as a top workplace year after year and it's reflected in our current 92% employee retention rate. We are builders. We crave being in the field and share an appetite for innovation. We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together helps foster stronger outcomes. We are driven to wow our clients and business partners, improve our processes, hire the right people, and help them grow.

PROGRAM FEATURES:

• Hands-on, field-centric work experience
• Mentorship, coaching, and technical/professional development training
• Networking opportunities with AEC professionals and peers
• Site-based meetings, company events, and summer outings
• Individualized performance review at the conclusion of the program
• Housing provided for out-of-state interns and co-ops (rent and utilities included)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the preconstruction team through all phases of estimating and project planning
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, bid analyses, and value engineering recommendations
• Assist with subcontractor solicitation, bid review, negotiations, and subcontract administration
• Maintain historical cost, unit pricing, and subcontractor databases
• Develop working knowledge of market costs, general conditions, and preliminary scheduling
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors
• Utilize Revit models and project documentation to support estimating efforts

SALARY DETAILS:

Salary Range: $18/hr - $28/hr

Compensation for this role includes a base salary plus an annual discretionary bonus. Details on our benefits can be found on the Benefits tab within the Careers section of the website.

Power Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.