Project Design and Construction Management Intern

Research-Foundation-Cun; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RFCUNY Benefits

Job summary

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is seeking Design and Construction Management Interns to support a multi‑billion‑dollar capital program across 26 campuses. You will work with Project Managers and Directors on projects from under $1M to over $50M, assisting with budget, procurement, design, and closeout.

You will learn CUNY's project management processes, use PMWeb, and participate in meetings, documenting actions and keeping projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a CUNY program with at least 48 credits toward a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with excellent communication.
• Proficiency in project management tools and standard software.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers and assistants in capital projects from inception to closeout.
• Attend design and construction meetings and document minutes.
• Assist in budget estimation, procurement, and change-order tracking.
• Use PMWeb for data entry and progress reporting.
• Coordinate with designers, contractors and internal staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

PMWeb

Excel

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.Primary Location:OFFICE OF VC - FACILIT PLAN, CONSTRUC & MGMTBargaining Unit:NoCUNY has embarked on a multi-billion-dollar, multi-year capital design and construction program across its 26 campuses. The Design and Construction Management Interns are key members of the project management team in the Office of Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management (FPCM), playing a vital role in successfully implementing this program. They are actively engaged in supporting the management of projects ranging from less than $1M to over $50M, targeting all elements of the 26 colleges that make up the City University of New York system. The Intern will support Project Managers and Assistant Directors in implementing capital-funded construction projects including the design and construction of new buildings, renovation projects, infrastructure projects, energy performance and decarbonization projects, repair projects, and capital maintenance projects at CUNY campuses.Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Project Manager and/or Assistant Directors:Become familiar with CUNY’s planning, design, and construction processes, as outlined in CUNY’s Project Management and Consultant Guidelines. This captures projects from initial inception, designer procurement, design, construction manager procurement, contractor bidding and selection, and construction through final closeoutLearn to use, enter, maintain, and access information in CUNY’s PMWeb-based project management system. A necessary element in modern construction project design and execution, our interns use a commercial web-based project management systemParticipate in design and construction meetings, develop and/or review meeting minutes, action items, and progress to ensure that projects stay on schedule and under budgetApply CUNY’s project management procedures and standards using appropriate methods and technologiesCommunicate effectively with all project participants, including end users, designers, construction managers, and contractors, as applicableSupport the PM and AD to ensure they meet standards for performance (time, cost, quality)Perform work indoors and outdoors under various environmental conditions, including extreme temperature conditions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and working in close spaces as necessary to advance project(s). Work may require driving to work locationsConduct project estimation and establish project budgetDocument project requirements and assist in preparing project design specifications, Requests for Proposal (RFPs) or other consultant procurement solicitationsDuring the course of a construction project, analyze and document change ordersMay function as an Expeditor, completing required documentation to obtain appropriate licenses and certificates, assisting in dealings with the NYC Department of Buildings and other authoritiesInspect ongoing projects, collecting data on project status for review by managementCollect and transmit data on project progress, utilizing appropriate technologyCollect and maintain information on vendor activities, including time spent, tasks performed, and billing informationOther duties as assignedQualifications and Core CompetenciesEnrolled in a CUNY school with at least 48 credits towards a Bachelor’s degreeA Junior or Senior in good standing within CCNY’s Grove School of Engineering or Spitzer School of Architecture or NYCCT’s Architecture, Construction Management Technology, Facilities Management, or Mechanical Engineering Technology undergraduate degree programStrong technical and analytical skillsComputer skills, including email, spreadsheets, databases, project management, and presentation packagesExcellent written and verbal communicationExcellent organizational skills and the ability to multitaskWork under pressure and meet multiple deadlinesPrioritize competing workSelf- and team motivatorBe a team playerSet project priorities and adjust implementation strategiesWork effectively with staff, associates, and internal and external constituentsAlert, observant, looking for ways to improve processesOut-of-the-box thinker, creative, inventive, and adaptable to varied situationsPay Range:$17.50 per hourRFCUNY BenefitsEqual Employment Opportunity StatementThe Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.