Summer 2027 Intern

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health care

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off + holidays

Retirement plans (401(k)/ROTH/ESOP)

Company vehicle or auto allowance

Continuing education

Job summary

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) invites applicants to develop key skills in an office or on-site construction environment with one of the DC area’s largest general contractors.

Working with your project team, daily responsibilities include reviewing submittals, RFIs, transmittals, scope writing, and supporting O&M manuals and change orders. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, quality, and business development.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related field
• Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
• Superior communication skills; organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written
• Outstanding attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values
• Practice and champion safety procedures
• Process submittals
• Submit RFI’s
• Develop transmittals
• Write scopes of work
• Compile O&M manuals
• Prepare change orders
• Review shop and contract drawings
• Attend owner and subcontractor meetings
• Organize and execute punch lists
• Take progress photos
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related field

Job description

At DAVIS, we’re redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

This is a great opportunity to develop key skills in an office or on-site construction environment at one of the largest General Contractors in the DC area. Working with your assigned project team, daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following items:

Essential Duties + Responsibilities

• Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values

• Practice and champion safety procedures

• Process submittals

• Submit RFI’s

• Develop transmittals

• Write scopes of work

• Compile O&M manuals

• Prepare change orders

• Review shop and contract drawings

• Attend owner and subcontractor meetings

• Organize and execute punch lists

• Take progress photos

• Perform other duties as assigned

DAVIS Common Attributes

• Safety – Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients

• Team Collaboration – Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can do attitude

• Commitment to quality – Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others

• Champions DAvis business – Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and / or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

Knowledge, Experience + Special Skills

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related field

• Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently

• Superior communication skills; organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written

• Outstanding attention to detail

PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reaching above and below, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and bending. The employee must occasionally lift / carry / move up to 50 pounds. Manual dexterity to operate office equipment, file, and perform specialized skills. Needs a high degree of concentration in a busy office environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to higher noise levels and hazardous working conditions when working at job sites. Safety precautions must be taken and resources will be provided.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the job.

T he base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$20.00 - $30.00

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

_ The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. _

_ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. _

_ At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced. _