Project Engineer Co-op

Subsurface-Construction-Company; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Subsurface Construction Company is seeking a Co-op student in Construction Management or Civil Engineering to assist with estimating, takeoffs, and coordination on geotechnical projects. You will develop elevations, estimate quantities, request vendor quotes, and help prepare budgets for construction activities.

Field testing on anchors and deep foundations will be part of the hands-on experience. This is a student-focused, hourly role not open to agency referrals.

Qualifications

• 3rd and 4th year students.
• 3.0+ GPA.
• Major in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Valid Driver's License without restriction.
• Must pass (with results acceptable to Subsurface) applicable background check.
• Must pass Worksteps Evaluation.
• Must have driving records within company standards.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop elevation views & cross sections for estimator using project plan sheets and AutoCAD.
• Provide material quantity estimates (Takeoffs).
• Solicit material quotes from vendors to assist with project estimating.
• Prepare project budgets by developing construction schedules, material, equipment & labor estimates.
• Participate in project startup process by meeting with project team & developing construction action plans.
• Conduct field testing on anchors, deep foundations & soil nails.
• Field Testing.
• Fulfilling assigned tasks.
• Work safely and report all accidents and near misses.
• Wear and maintain proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• Cleaning equipment and maintaining a clean worksite.
• Regularly work around moving equipment and components.
• Ability to walk and carry loads of up to 100 pounds on uneven and sloping surfaces.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Reading instructions

Education

Construction Management or Civil Engineering

3rd/4th year student

GPA 3.0+

Valid Driver's License

Background check

Worksteps Evaluation

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Co-op Opportunity at Subsurface Construction Company

Subsurface Construction Company is a leading design-build geotechnical specialty contractor with offices located in Raleigh, NC and Greenville, SC. Specializing in the Southeast region, we devise and implement solutions for excavation support and protection, and geotechnical construction including shoring and underpinning; earth retention including soil nail walls, soldier pile walls and sheet pile walls, ground anchors, rock bolts, and aggregate piers; and deep foundations including micropiles. For over 20 years, Subsurface has served as a dedicated partner to civil and geotechnical engineers, general contractors and owners for excavation support and deep foundations. We understand that successful projects and enduring relationships are built on a foundation of honesty and trust.

Position Type

Full-time/Part-time Hourly
This position is reserved for current university students, this is not a permanent position.

Duties

• Develop elevation views & cross sections for estimator using project plan sheets and AutoCAD
• Provide material quantity estimates (Takeoffs)
• Solicit material quotes from vendors to assist with project estimating
• Prepare project budgets by developing construction schedules, material, equipment & labor estimates
• Participate in project startup process by meeting with project team & developing construction action plans
• Conduct field testing on anchors, deep foundations & soil nails
• Field Testing
• Fulfilling assigned tasks

Essential Functions

• Work safely and report all accidents and near misses
• Wear and maintain proper Personal Protective Equipment
• Cleaning equipment and maintaining a clean worksite
• Regularly work around moving equipment and components
• Ability to walk and carry loads of up to 100 pounds on uneven and sloping surfaces while being exposed to weather and elements
• Twist and or reach to accomplish daily activities
• Regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools or controls with proper PPE
• Communicate verbally (both speaking and hearing) in potentially noisy environments
• Must speak and understand English at a level appropriate to receive and comprehend specialized safety and training instructions in potentially noisy environments
• Some travel to worksites may be required
• Regular attendance required

Minimum Qualifications

• 3rd and 4th year students
• 3.0+ GPA
• Major in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
• Valid Driver's License without restriction required
• Must pass (with results acceptable to Subsurface) applicable background check
• Must pass Worksteps Evaluation
• Must have driving records within company standards
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

THIS POSITION IS NOT OPEN TO AGENCY REFERRALS