Project Engineer Intern

ISEC, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

ISEC, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer Intern to support Project Managers and Estimators on commercial construction projects.

You will contribute to operations, estimating, and documentation, gaining exposure to contract administration, vendor management, and field coordination. This internship offers hands-on learning in a fast-paced team environment, helping with submittals, schedules, weekly reports, and construction technology systems while developing attention to detail and communication.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a related program.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast- paced, collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Estimators on commercial construction projects.
• Support operations, estimating, and documentation processes.
• Gain exposure to contract administration, vendor management, and field coordination.
• Assist with weekly project documentation and closeout activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Team collaboration

Communication

Analytical skills

Initiative

Education

Construction Management

Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

An ISEC Project Engineer Intern will gain hands-on experience by assisting Project Managers and Estimators on a variety of commercial construction projects. This person will contribute to project operations, estimating, and documentation processes, and gain exposure to contract administration, vendor management, field coordination, and construction technology systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

Operations Support

• Review project specifications for shop drawings and submittal requirements; assist in preparing QC-reviewed submittals and transmittals.
• Review returned shop drawings from general contractors or owners for compliance with scope and estimates; communicate necessary changes to the Project Manager.
• Assist in preparing release checklists, submittals, and delivery schedules for product fabrication.
• Support the Project Manager with change order requests including gathering vendor quotes, updating labor estimates, and pricing summaries.
• Prepare Operation & Maintenance manuals and guarantee documents in compliance with project specifications.
• Participate in project closeout activities including punch list generation, tracking completion, and coordination with field teams.
• Assist with weekly project documentation such as:
  • Room Status Reports
  • Outstanding Issues Lists (OIL)
  • Weekly Staff Meeting Agendas

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program, preferably in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast- paced, collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and take initiative