Project Engineer Intern

XL Construction Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

XL Construction Corp. invites you to join as a Project Engineer Intern in San Francisco. Apply classroom knowledge to real construction projects alongside project managers and superintendents.

You will gain hands-on exposure to project documentation, RFIs, submittals, estimating, scheduling, safety, and field coordination. We seek curious, proactive students pursuing a bachelor’s in Construction Management or related fields.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Interest in construction project management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents with day-to-day coordination.
• Assist with project documentation including drawings, RFIs, submittals, and logs.
• Participate in meetings, job walks, and coordination sessions; document actions.

Skills

Project coordination

Documentation

Meeting participation

Estimating exposure

Scheduling

Field coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

RFIs

Submittals

Job description

Project Engineer Intern

Position Summary:

As a Project Engineer Intern at XL Construction, you'll have the opportunity to take what you're learning in the classroom and apply it to real-world construction projects. Working alongside Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and other members of the project team, you'll gain hands‑on experience with the day-to-day activities that help move a project from planning through construction.

Throughout the internship, you'll gain exposure to project documentation, RFIs and submittals, estimating, procurement, scheduling, quality control, safety, and field coordination. You'll contribute to meaningful project work while learning from experienced construction professionals and develop an understanding of both the technical and business sides of construction.

We don't expect our interns to know everything on day one. We're looking for students who are curious, proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn. This is an opportunity to build your skills, grow your professional network, and get a firsthand look at what a career with XL Construction could look like.

As a Project Engineer Intern at XL Construction, you will:

• Support Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Superintendents with day-to-day project coordination and administration.
• Assist with project documentation, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project logs.
• Participate in project meetings, job walks, and coordination meetings, and assist with documenting action items and follow-up activities.
• Gain exposure to estimating and preconstruction activities, including quantity takeoffs, bid packages, and subcontractor coordination.
• Assist with procurement, change management, and schedule tracking to understand how these activities impact project delivery.
• Spend time in the field observing construction activities and learning about construction materials, methods, sequencing, quality control, and safety.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch‑list items and project documentation.
• Build relationships with XL team members, trade partners, design partners, clients, and other project stakeholders while demonstrating XL's values and commitment to professionalism and safety.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or another related field.
• Interest in pursuing a career in construction and learning about commercial construction project management.
• Basic understanding of construction concepts, materials, methods, or drawings through coursework or previous experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team and build positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to ask questions and learn from others.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Previous construction, internship, or related work experience is a plus, but not required.

What You'll Gain:

During your internship at XL Construction, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands‑on experience working alongside construction professionals.
• Develop an understanding of the full construction project lifecycle and the role Project Engineers play in delivering successful projects.
• Build practical skills in project management, field coordination, estimating, document control, scheduling, quality, and safety.
• Learn and utilize construction technology and project management tools.
• Develop professional relationships with XL employees, trade partners, clients, and other members of the construction industry.
• Receive mentorship, feedback, and opportunities for professional development.
• Explore potential career opportunities with XL Construction following graduation.