Spring 2027 Building Services Division Co-op*

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenney’s is offering a Co-op opportunity for engineering students to join from day one with hands-on training and impactful tasks. You will work with Account Coordinators and Account Managers to drive project success through the end of your third term.

Expect to rotate through Spring 2027 and Fall 2027, balancing coursework with full-time co-op rotations. Gain practical experience in managing building systems, procurement, scheduling, and project documentation.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited engineering co-op program.
• Must complete at least two full-time alternating co-op rotations before graduation.
• Able to balance coursework with work rotations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing mechanical, plumbing and/or building automation service and retrofit work.
• Coordinate with vendors to schedule and procure major material and equipment purchases.
• Regularly update scheduling for project work weekly.
• Review project drawings and jobsites to develop estimates and proposals.
• Obtain, review, and provide submittals for various projects with Account Managers.
• Regularly lead meetings to schedule labor and review the weekly labor calendar.
• Survey project sites for adherence to safety, quality, and productivity values.
• Obtain permits and schedule inspections for ongoing projects.
• Support Account Managers daily in performing various tasks for multiple projects and service jobs including POs, sketches and as-builts, take-offs, and closeout documentation.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Effective communicator

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

Overview

As a Co-op, you will be part of the team from day one and given training and tasks that are important and impactful to our projects' success. Success in this role depends on the Co-op’s initiative and teamwork skills. A successful Co-op will work with Account Coordinators and Account Managers to see a project through completion by the end of their third term. McKenney's has a long history of success in hiring Co-ops and supporting their evolution into industry leaders. Many of our current senior leaders began their journey in the Co-op program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing mechanical, plumbing and/or building automation service and retrofit work, utilizing software, such as Salesforce.
• Coordinate with vendors to schedule and procure major material and equipment purchases.
• Regularly update scheduling for project work over the course of the week.
• Review project drawings and jobsites to develop estimates and proposals under guidance.
• Obtain, review, and provide submittals for various projects with Account Managers.
• Regularly lead meetings to schedule labor and review the weekly labor calendar.
• Survey project sites for adherence to McKenney’s safety, quality, and productivity values.
• Obtain permits and schedule inspections for ongoing projects.
• Support Account Managers daily in performing various tasks for multiple projects and service jobs including generating POs, making sketches and as-builts, performing take-offs, and developing closeout documentation.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Candidates must be able to enroll in a Co-op program at an accredited engineering school majoring in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related degree.
• Candidates must complete at least two full-time, alternating Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full course-load while working, which may delay graduation.
  • 1st Rotation: Spring 2027
  • 2nd Rotation: Fall 2027

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and detail focused.
• Productive in fast-paced environments with strong multitasking skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload efficiently.
• Effective communicator across diverse teams, including PMs, drafting, field staff, and fabrication shops.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates who can work three or more full-time semesters.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.

• No or limited exposure to physical risk; occasional jobsite visits may require climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas.

• Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally.