Project Manager Co-op (Spring/Summer 2027)

Midwest Concrete; Richmond Heights (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate + overtime

Housing stipend

ESOP eligibility

End-of-term performance bonus

Path to full-time

Sign-on bonus

Mentor access to leaders

Internship training program

Two formal reviews

Travel to job sites

Engagement events

Job summary

Midwest Concrete Constructors in Richmond Heights, OH, is seeking a motivated Concrete Project Manager Co-op to join our team for 6-8 months full-time. The student will work alongside project managers, exploring estimating, scheduling, design meetings, buyouts, permits, submittals, billing, and site visits.

This internship offers housing stipend based on need, eligibility toward ESOP, end-of-term performance bonus, and potential path to full-time after graduation; travel to job sites and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management Bachelor’s degree program.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Prior internship or Co-op construction experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with estimating project proposals and pricing.
• Create schedules for subcontractors and trades to meet deadlines.
• Attend design meetings with owners, engineers, and architects.
• Coordinate buyout: issue bid instructions, schedule, and drawings, evaluate proposals, and award subcontracts.
• Handle permitting forms and approvals with city/county/fire authorities.
• Review shop drawings and submittals with PM and coordinate material orders.
• Support billing activities including subcontracts, change orders, and pay apps.
• Visit job sites with PM to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree program in Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management

GPA 3.0/4.0

Job description

ABOUT YOU

Ready to work with the best, for the best? Midwest Concrete Constructors (MCC) is looking for a highly motivated Concrete Project Manager Co-op to join our team in Richmond Heights.

As part of the $5B+ ARCO Family of Companies, MCC is backed by the strength and presence of a leading, national design-build general contractor, giving you the opportunity to provide turnkey concrete foundation, slab on grade, tilt-up, and exterior pavement solutions for projects spanning all sizes coast to coast.

Because MCC is committed to creating opportunities for individual success, from day one, you will be given the tools to excel in your role, take on meaningful responsibilities, and experience why MCC is truly the best place to build your career.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

A Co-op is an amazing experience where the student works at MCC for 6-8 months full-time. The student will need to take the semester off from school or reach out to their career services about their Co-op requirements. At MCC, a Co-op has the opportunity to assist Project Managers with the following:

• Estimating – Describing project proposals and assigning dollar values to the projects
• Scheduling – Creating a working timeline for subcontractors/trades to complete the project on time
• Design meetings – Attend design meetings with owner and team to understand design proposals from structural engineers and architects
• Buyout – Send bid instructions, schedule, and drawings to subcontractors.Receive and evaluate proposals, then award the subcontracts
• Permitting – Fill out permit forms, submit forms with drawings and fees, then send to city/county/fire and wait for approval
• Shop Drawing and Submittal Review – Receive shop drawing or submittal from subcontractor, give to PM, communicate to subcontractor that they can begin ordering material and working
• Billing – Subcontracts, change orders, pay requests, and pay applications
• Job Site Visits – Visit job site with PM, make sure project is running smoothly

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in a Civil/Mechanical/Architectural or Construction Management Bachelor’s degree program
• Minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 out of 4.0
• Previous Internship or Co-op construction experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong work ethic

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At MCC, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset – our team. ARCO’s best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.

• Competitive hourly rate (with overtime possible)
• Housing stipend (based on need)
• Internship hours count towards our ESOP eligibility
• End-of-term performance bonus based on merit
• Path to full-time position
• Sign-on bonus for each term served if hired as a full-time associate following graduation
• Direct access to leaders
• Intern training program to learn real-world skills
• 2 formal reviews during your Internship to enhance learning opportunities
• Traveling to job sites
• Engagement events

MAKE YOUR MOVE

Join the Midwest Concrete Constructors team and start building your career today! MCC enjoys the same award-winning benefits offered to the entire ARCO Family of Companies and is consistently recognized as a top workplace.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets