Project Engineer Intern - Heavy Civil

DCS Contracting, INC.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Career growth opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Project Engineer Intern to assist the project management team with various tasks. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, and offers a paid internship. Interns will gain hands-on experience in the construction industry, covering responsibilities such as reviewing cost reports and procurement planning. This position emphasizes a supportive team environment and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
• High interest in the construction industry.
• Ability to work 40 hours Monday – Friday during the summer internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project management team and provide technical support.
• Review timesheets, cost reporting, and submittals.
• Develop understanding of construction safety.

Skills

Eager to learn

Team player

Communication

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering

Job description

DCS Contracting is a leading, privately owned heavy civil general contractor that has been in the Phoenix valley since 1994. We specialize in highway, roadway, and underground utility construction that positively enhances our local communities, and we are proud of the work we perform. We offer a friendly, supportive work environment and a healthy work-life balance. We are strong believers in setting our employees up for success during their day to ensure time is spent with their loved ones at night.

Our ideal Project Engineer Intern is someone eager to jumpstart their career in the construction industry and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and work hard!

Responsibilities

• Assist the project management team and provide technical support
• Review timesheets, cost reporting, and submittals
• Gain knowledge on the company’s self-performing trades: concrete, wet utilities, and grading
• Assist project team in material and equipment procurement, planning and scheduling of activities
• Attend and participate in job coordination meetings
• Attend and participate in owner project meetings
• Develop a firm understanding of project scope of work and contract documents
• Develop your understanding of construction safety

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Local jobsites in the Phoenix Valley
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive working environment and lifelong industry connections

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• High interest and eager to learn more about the construction industry
• Not afraid to dive right in and ask questions
• Supportive, team player with the mentality to do what is best for the success of the company and team members
• Ability to work 40 hours Monday – Friday during the summer internship session

DCS Contracting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.