Project Intern

Neumann Brothers; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Neumann Brothers in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Project Intern to work closely with the Project Team (Superintendent, Project Manager, and staff) to learn and support construction management on active projects. The intern develops strong relationships with field and office teams, with communication and problem-solving essential for success.

The role covers submittal reviews, schedule development, cost management, change management, safety advocacy, punch management, QA/QC, warranty, closeout,

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or engineering.
• Strong communication, trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and engage with field and office teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager with Project Set Up.
• Learn Submittal review and tracking for Project.
• Learn Schedule development and update management of Project.
• Learn Cost Management tracking of Project.
• Learn Change Management collection, tracking and approvals.
• Advocate for Safety culture throughout Company and Project.
• Assist and Collect Punch Management process of Project.
• Learn QA/QC process on Project.
• Learn and Assist with Warranty process on Project.
• Learn and Assist with Closeout process on Project.
• Project Estimating: develop estimates from conception to contract execution including quantity take-off.

Skills

Project setup

Submittal review

Schedule development

Cost management

Change management

QA/QC

Warranty process

Closeout process

Estimating

Safety advocacy

Education

Construction management or engineering program enrollment

Job description

Reports to: Director of Project Management

Job Summary: The Project Intern works closely with the Project Team (Superintendent, Project Manager, and other Neumann Staff) or assigned Office Supervisors learning and supporting the overall management of the construction process. The Project Intern develops strong relationships with the field and office teams. Communication, trouble shooting, and problem-solving skills are critical for success. The Project Intern is a daily representative of Neumann and must demonstrate our core values.

Primary Functions:

• Construction Project Management Core Competencies
  • Assist Project Manager with Project Set Up
  • Learn Submittal review and tracking for Project
  • Learn Schedule development and update management of Project
  • Learn Commitment writing for trade partners on Project
  • Learn project Document Management of all updated Project information
  • Learn Cost Management tracking of Project
  • Learn Change Management collection, tracking and approvals for Project
  • Advocate for Safety culture throughout Company and Project
  • Assist and Collect Punch Management process of Project
  • Learn QA/QC process on Project
  • Learn and Assist with Warranty process on Project
  • Learn and Assist with Closeout process on Project
  • Project Estimating
  • Learn and Assist in the development of project estimates from conception to contract execution including performing quantity take-off and estimating work on Project pursuits.

Secondary Functions:

• Other duties as assigned

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities as defined by the US Department of Labor (see O*Net)

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered when performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Duties will include standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking and hearing, and use of fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or Including, climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. (above and below ground level) while maintaining balance and reaching in all directions.
• Must occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 35 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• While in the office relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Conditions will vary at each project location but may include extreme temperatures and exposure to other physically challenging environmental.
• May occasionally be exposed to high noise levels and/or hazardous materials while on job sites.

Hours: Potential work may require more than 40 hours per week.

Travel: The job will be performed in an office environment, on a construction project job site, and with owners or project partners at their offices or other meeting sites. Personnel are responsible for their own transportation.

Driver’s License Requirement:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Required Education & Experience:

• Current enrollment in an accredited Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or engineering.

Other Duties:

• May be asked to assist in other functions of the company as needed.

Disclaimer:

The above job description is not meant to restrict initiative or to limit assignments, but rather to define minimum job expectations. These duties may be altered as necessary to suit the best interests of the company on any individual project by the company President or COO.