Summer 2027 Intern

James G. Davis Construction Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

HSA contribution

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off

Annual holidays

401(k)

Job summary

DAVIS Construction in the DC area is seeking a motivated student to support office and on-site construction activities. You will help manage submittals, RFIs, scopes of work, and coordination with owners and subcontractors under supervision.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, offering exposure to large projects, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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

• Process submittals.
• Submit RFIs.
• 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.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Written communication

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.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00

• 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family)
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability benefits
• annual contribution to your HSA
• annual incentive bonus
• paid time off
• annual holidays
• financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP)
• FSAs
• fertility and family-forming assistance
• continuing education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• on-site fitness center
• parental leave
• eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities

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.

About DAVIS

Founded in 1966, DAVIS Construction is a general contractor in the Midatlantic region, building over one billion dollars' worth of construction a year, including some of the region's most complex and notable projects, across 11 diverse market sectors. Consistently ranked as an industry leader both nationally and locally, DAVIS has been recognized for 18 consecutive years as one of the area's Best Places to Work by the Washington Business Journal.