Summer 2027 Construction Estimating Internship Fargo

Keeley-Construction-3; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Keeley Companies in Fargo, North Dakota, is seeking Estimating Interns to join our Operations Groups for Summer 2027. This internship offers hands-on experience in construction cost estimation, collaboration with senior staff, and exposure to bid preparation and project scheduling.

You will assist VPs, PMs, and engineers, gather bids from subcontractors, review timelines, and learn Keeley’s safety standards and values.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Strong ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent listening, learning, and communication skills.
• Results oriented with strong multi-tasking and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated problem solving and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist VPs, PMs, and engineers in developing cost estimates for multiple projects.
• Gather and analyze bids from subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Review project timelines and integrate estimates with schedules.
• Attend meetings and provide cost/budget insights.
• Complete estimating tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Adhere to Keeley safety standards during estimating activities.
• Support Keeley’s mission, vision and values.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Learning agility

Attention to detail

Independent work

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering / Construction Management or related

Job description

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

Keeley Construction is looking for Estimating Interns to join our Operations Groups in Summer 2027.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist Vice Presidents, Project Managers, and Project Engineers in the preparation of cost estimates for multiple construction projects.
• Communicate with subcontractors to gather and analyze bids, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing.
• Review and update project timelines, integrating estimates with overall project schedules.
• Attend and contribute to project meetings, providing insights on cost implications and budget considerations.
• Responsible for completing assigned estimating tasks and projects efficiently and accurately.
• Learn and strictly adhere to safety standards and policies during the estimating process.
• Uphold and promote Keeley's mission, vision, and values.

Minimum Qualifications

• In the process of obtaining a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Intuitive listener with high aptitude for learning.
• Results oriented and organized multi-tasker.
• Problem solver with innovative ideas.
• Self-starter and not afraid to ask questions.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills.
• Desire to learn multiple tasks.

All candidates agree to complete an assessment for selection and pre-employment drug screen.
EOE/AA M/F/Disabled/Vet

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