Project Engineer Intern-1

Ryan Companies US Inc; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 13,225,000 - 16,531,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Job summary

Ryan Companies US Inc in Westmont, IL is seeking a Project Engineer Intern to support project teams and learn construction processes, policies, and systems. You will gain hands-on exposure to budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders while contributing to daily site coordination and safety.

This internship emphasizes scheduling, QA/QC, and closeout observations, with collaboration across disciplines and real-world field conditions via our reality capture program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering/management or related field within 18 months of graduation.
• Able to work 40 hours/week for at least three months.
• Knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control.
• Ability to read contracts, specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Gain a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.
• Develop understanding of job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control and safety.
• Complete critical inspections and closeout observations to keep the project schedule moving.
• Coordinate design documentation with real-world field conditions through a reality capture program.
• Work with high performing teams in a fast-paced environment to solve new challenges daily.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost accounting

Invoicing

Contracts

Change orders

Field coordination

Scheduling

Quality control

Safety

Communication

Drawings reading

Math skills

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Eng/Mgmt

Tools

Reality capture

Estimating tools

Job description

Job Description:As a Project Engineer Intern, you will assist the project team in the completion of designated projects while focusing on learning construction industry processes, procedures, and Ryan business policies.Some things you can expect to do:Gain a working understanding of budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, and change orders.Develop a first-hand understanding of job-site coordination, scheduling, quality control and safety.Complete critical inspections and closeout observations to keep the project schedule moving.Coordinate design documentation with real-world field conditions through a world-class reality capture program.Work with high performing teams in a fast-paced environment to solve new challenges daily.Eligibility:Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.Benefits:Competitive SalaryMedical, Dental and Vision BenefitsRetirement and Savings BenefitsFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsLife InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityEducational AssistancePaid Time Off (PTO)Employee Assistance and Wellness ProgramsParenting BenefitsEmployee Discount ProgramsPet insuranceRyan Foundation – charitable matching fundsPaid Time for Volunteer EventsDisclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Notice to Candidates:Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [e-mail]-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.To be successful in this role:You must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering/management or closely related field and within 18 months of graduating.Be able to work 40 hours a week for at least a three-month term.You will really stand out if you:Have a general knowledge of estimating techniques and cost control methods.Have the ability to perform mathematical calculations.Possess the ability to read and understand contracts, specifications and architectural and engineering drawings.Communicate clearly orally and in writing.Compensation:The hourly base pay range is $20 - $25 per hour. The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or incentive program.