Project Management Intern - Construction

McShane-Construction-Company-LLC; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

McShane Construction invites motivated Summer interns to participate in a hands-on program spanning project controls, scheduling, QA/QC, and safety. Interns will experience field visits, job-site tours, and leadership coaching while contributing to real project work from concept to completion.

Work is seasonal and in-person, with a split between the local office and assigned jobsite. Applicants must be enrolled in an engineering/construction program and possess a valid driver’s license and work

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
• Able to communicate effectively and work productively with others.
• Attention to detail, problem solving, reliability, thoroughness, positive attitude, professionalism, and an eagerness to learn.
• Ability to use a computer, Internet, and basic software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email).

Responsibilities

• Learn to create, maintain, and manage project RFI’s, submittals, material procurement, drawings and changes, meeting minutes, punch lists, and closeouts.
• Assist in review and approval of documents for project controls.
• Confirm subcontractor insurance project compliance.
• Assist in maintaining logs associated with project controls.
• Participate in preparation of project schedules and updates.
• Familiarize with the Quality Assurance Program & Manual; assist in QA/QC logs.
• Learn the company safety program; assist in safety plan preparation and weekly safety meetings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Reliability

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Description

McShane Construction is hiring summer interns to participate and learn the various activities required to sell, design, and construct a project, including project controls, schedule management, quality management, and safety. By managing all aspects of project construction – from concept to completion - McShane project managers develop best-in-class skills and abilities that are the envy of our peers. Our internship program includes training, field visits, job site tours, career coaching from company leadership, weekly intern roundtables, and company philanthropic and social events.

Responsibilities:

Project Controls

• Learn to create, maintain, and manage project RFI’s, submittals, material procurement, drawings and drawings changes, meetings minutes, punch lists, and closeouts.
• Assist in review and approval process of documents associated with project controls.
• Confirm subcontractor insurance project compliance
• Assist in maintaining all logs associated with project controls.

Schedule Management

• Participate in the preparation of project schedules and updates

Quality Management

• Become familiar with the company’s Quality Assurance Program & Manual
• Assist in management of Inspection Tracking Logs, QA/QC compliance logs

Safety

• Become familiar with the company’s Safety Program
• Participate in preparing specific project safety plan
• Participate and assist in weekly jobsite safety orientation meetings.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
• Able to communicate effectively and work productively with others.
• Other success factors include attention to detail, problem solving, reliability, thoroughness, positive attitude, professionalism, and an eagerness to learn.
• Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and email software.

Additional Qualities to Thrive in This Role:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, self-starting attitude with a strong sense of initiative
• Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Reliability, professionalism, a positive outlook, and a strong desire to learn

Key Information:

• Seasonal full-time, in-person role split between the local office and assigned jobsite.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Are you ready to make an impact and grow with us, but looking for something different? Visit our Careers page at www.mcshaneconstruction.com/careers or contact us at [e-mail] to learn more.

Hourly Pay Description:

$23-25 per hour.

McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

No Agency Inquiries Please:

The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.