Site Engineer Intern

McConnell & Associates; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

ESOP

401K with company match

Job summary

McConnell & Associates in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Site Engineer Intern to gain hands-on field leadership on active construction projects under a Superintendent. You will coordinate subcontractors, monitor quality and schedule, operate basic equipment, and support safety and punch-list tasks while pursuing a Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree.

This internship offers exposure to cost control, on-site meetings, and potential full-time opportunities after graduation, with ESOP

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• On-Site Operations & Subcontractor Coordination: Manage day-to-day field operations, liaise with subcontractors and internal crews, monitor cost control, quality, productivity and schedule adherence, operate skid steers as needed, assist field crews and train operators.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual

Availability

Education

Pursuing degree in Construction Management

Job description

McConnell & Associates

Location: Kansas City, MO

Employment Type: Internship (Full-Time / Seasonal)

About Us

McConnell & Associates is a leading employee-owned civil and sports construction company serving clients throughout the Midwest. We build and maintain durable, high-performance infrastructure and athletic facilities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and quality. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), our employee-owners share directly in the success they help create.

Position Overview

The Site Engineer Intern provides dedicated, hands-on field leadership across active construction projects. Working directly under a Superintendent, this role focuses on day-to-day subcontractor coordination, jobsite quality control, and field execution. This position offers students direct, real-world exposure to project site management.

Key Responsibilities

On-Site Operations & Subcontractor Coordination

• Manage day-to-day field operations, serving as the primary on-site liaison for subcontractors and internal crews.
• Monitor site-level cost control, quality standards, daily productivity, and schedule adherence.
• Operate skid steers and other equipment as needed to support site progress.
• Assist field crews with hands-on tasks and help train, coach, and support operators and laborers on-site.

Safety & Client Relations

• Ensure strict adherence to company safety practices across all subcontractors and site personnel.
• Manage customer relations on-site, including participating in pre-job meetings and completing punch-list items.
• Report directly to the Superintendent and provide regular site progress updates.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Leadership & Work Ethic: Strong work ethic with a demonstrated ability to lead people and manage jobsite activities.
• Licensing & Driving Record: Valid driver’s license required. Relatively clean motor vehicle report (applicants with drug or alcohol driving offenses in the last three years will not be considered; other violations evaluated per insurance standards).
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Availability: Ability to work 40-50 hours per week, including weekends as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Paid Holidays.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401K Savings Plan With a Company Match
• Career Growth: Direct pathway to full-time opportunities with MAC upon graduation.

McConnell & Associates is proud to be a drug-free, equal opportunity employer.

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