Project Manager Intern

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. in Lawrence, KS, seeks a motivated Project Manager Intern to join our construction team. This role offers hands-on exposure to project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination from conception to completion.

You will work with experienced project managers, receive mentorship, and build knowledge in safety, quality control, and risk management while supporting field and office teams through the summer.

Typical duration May–August; competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an engineering, construction management, or related program.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Planning: Assist project managers with scheduling, budgeting, and quality control tasks across active construction projects.
• Track Progress: Help develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and progress reports.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to support project success.
• Ensure Compliance: Assist in monitoring project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with Risk Management: Help identify and track project risks, and support the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Support Field and Office Coordination: Collaborate with project teams and crew members to keep tasks moving effectively and efficiently.
• Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Learn and Develop Skills: Take advantage of mentorship and hands‑on learning opportunities to build project management knowledge and skills.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Multitasking

Basic PM concepts

Education

Enrollment in engineering construction management program

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Project Manager Intern to join our team. This position is an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain hands‑on experience in construction project management. In this role, you will work alongside experienced project managers, learn valuable skills, and contribute to the successful delivery of our projects from conception to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Planning: Assist project managers with scheduling, budgeting, and quality control tasks across active construction projects.
• Track Progress: Help develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and progress reports.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to support project success.
• Ensure Compliance: Assist in monitoring project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with Risk Management: Help identify and track project risks, and support the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Support Field and Office Coordination: Collaborate with project teams and crew members to keep tasks moving effectively and efficiently.
• Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Learn and Develop Skills: Take advantage of mentorship and hands‑on learning opportunities to build project management knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or university program in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions, manage multiple tasks, and work well as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of project management concepts (scheduling, budgeting) is a plus but not required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.

Duration

Typically May–August

Compensation

Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Opportunity for skill development and mentorship, with potential for advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee‑owned multi‑faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee‑owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.