Project Management Co-Op

MLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MLC is seeking a Project Management Co-Op in Missouri to support capital project initiatives across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Finance teams. You will gain hands-on exposure through feasibility studies, planning, execution, and closeout of major projects.

You will develop skills in project management, cost estimating, scheduling, and documentation while collaborating with multiple departments to ensure safety and compliance across industrial facilities.

Qualifications

• Sophomore standing or higher pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing, mining, and chemical processing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with capital project planning, budgeting, and feasibility studies.
• Support project justification efforts by evaluating costs, benefits, and operational impacts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, timelines, and success metrics.
• Review engineering drawings, technical documentation, and project specifications.
• Assist in developing scopes of work, cost estimates, bid packages, and contractor evaluations.
• Track project schedules, budgets, and progress to ensure successful project execution.
• Participate in construction oversight activities and help ensure compliance with MLC engineering and safety standards.
• Support communication and coordination among Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Purchasing, Environmental Affairs, and other departments.
• Assist with project reporting, documentation, and closeout activities.
• Support kiln shutdown planning and execution activities as assigned.
• Maintain project records and documentation for future operational and maintenance use.
• Help improve existing databases and information management systems while identifying opportunities to develop new tools and processes.

Skills

Project management

Capital projects

Engineering design review

Construction management

Cost estimating

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation & reporting

Industrial safety

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Why consider a career at MLC?

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

Job Title

Project Management Co-Op

Why consider a career at MLC?

MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces & received an EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability.

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world...and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!

Professional Growth Opportunities

Skills

As a Project Management Co-Op, you'll gain real-world experience while supporting capital projects, plant improvements, and maintenance initiatives that directly impact plant performance and operational success. Students will have opportunities to develop skills in:

• Project management and execution
• Capital project planning and justification
• Engineering design review and interpretation
• Construction management and field coordination
• Cost estimating and budget tracking
• Vendor and contractor management
• Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Finance teams
• Professional presentation, reporting, and communication skills
• Industrial safety and environmental compliance
• Data management and systems improvement

What You’ll Do

The Project Management Co-Op supports Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Finance teams by assisting with capital spending, plant improvement projects, major outages, and maintenance initiatives across MLC facilities. This role provides hands-on exposure to project lifecycle management, from feasibility studies and planning through execution and closeout.

• Assist with capital project planning, budgeting, and feasibility studies
• Support project justification efforts by evaluating costs, benefits, and operational impacts
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, timelines, and success metrics
• Review engineering drawings, technical documentation, and project specifications
• Assist in developing scopes of work, cost estimates, bid packages, and contractor evaluations
• Track project schedules, budgets, and progress to ensure successful project execution
• Participate in construction oversight activities and help ensure compliance with MLC engineering and safety standards
• Support communication and coordination among Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Purchasing, Environmental Affairs, and other departments
• Assist with project reporting, documentation, and closeout activities
• Support kiln shutdown planning and execution activities as assigned
• Maintain project records and documentation for future operational and maintenance use
• Help improve existing databases and information management systems while identifying opportunities to develop new tools and processes

Required Qualifications

• Sophomore standing or higher pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing, mining, and chemical processing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety and environmental requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience involving material handling systems, construction, manufacturing, or industrial operations
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, engineering calculations, and project plans
• Knowledge of project management principles and capital project execution
• Interest in manufacturing, mining, construction, or heavy industrial environments
• Experience with cost estimating, scheduling, or engineering project coordination
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

The Fine Print

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

About MLC

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business.

For more information, visit https://www.mlc.com/.