Project Manager Intern - Electrical

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Goodhue Township (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) in Goodhue, MN is seeking a Project Assistant to support multiple electrical projects. You will help plan, track materials, coordinate site needs, and assist with change orders and closeout activities.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to use Word, Excel, and Outlook. You may travel to out-of-town projects and must work five days a week on site.

Starting May 2027, KE emphasizes hands-on experience and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an education in Project Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and overseeing multiple electrical projects simultaneously.
• Ensure the site team has safety materials and follows KE safety procedures.
• Order materials and equipment and track delivery.
• Coordinate equipment and personnel with Construction Managers and update leadership.
• Create, submit and track change orders; update documentation and values.
• Assist with project closeout and invoicing according to schedule.
• Address and close customer punch list items; attend kickoff and site visits.

Skills

Project planning

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal, written, presentation skills

Education

Project Management education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands‑on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.

Since our founding as a family‑owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff (KE) means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.

This position will start May 2027.

Job Description

You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities may include:

• Assist in planning and overseeing multiple electrical projects simultaneously.
• Ensure that the site team has the safety materials needed and that they are following KE safety procedures along with the Construction Manager.
• Ensure that materials and equipment have been ordered, and track them to ensure they arrive when scheduled.
• Communication with Construction Managers to coordinate equipment and personnel needs, updating the Division General Superintendent with requests for support.
• Create, submit, and track change orders as required. Ensure change order documentation is updated in KE Procore and dollar values are appropriately updated in Viewpoint.
• Assist with project closeout requirements, ensuring customers’ expectations are met and invoicing is completed according to schedule.
• Ensure customer punch list items are addressed and closed as required.
• Observe "kickoff meetings" with the Construction Manager, Foreman, Site Coordinators, and General Superintendent to cover project scope, schedule, benchmarks, and performance goals.
• Attend regular site visits to engage with field personnel, track site progress, and monitor performance goals.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Ability to work in our Goodhue, MN location 5 days/week.
• Currently pursuing an education in Project Management or related field.
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Willing to work on out‑of‑town projects.

Additional Information

Pay Range

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range: $20 - $25/hour

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Typical requirements may include:

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying conditions

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters

If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.