Summer Construction Intern: On‑Site Leadership & Learning

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Sumter (SC); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. invites motivated students pursuing Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management to join our internship program in Sumter, SC.

Interns gain hands-on field experience on multi-disciplinary jobs, work with the Project Manager and mentor, and learn to monitor sites, review specs, and schedule deliveries. You will assist with material takeoffs, documentation, and cost estimates while observing safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or Construction Management (CSM) degree.
• Must have good communication skills, verbal and written, with all levels from client, management to workers and subs
• Must have good computer skills (experience with Primavera and Expedition are a plus)
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers/clients/vendors and take direction from site manager
• Must be able to utilize math at the college level and read/operate precision measuring equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, shop drawings, procedure manuals and safety rules
• Candidate will be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check
• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Project Management personnel to ensure we are meeting the job specifications
• Review data to determine material type and size then prepare itemized lists
• Purchase, expedite and receive permanent material to ensure proper quantity and quality are received
• Perform material take offs and ensure proper quantity is ordered in a timely manner to meet the job deadlines
• Review inventory parts received for correct specifications
• Resolve any problems with parts that are not correct or have been shipped out of sequence
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare for construction bids or installations
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness
• Ensure that assembly and installation is correct and to specifications
• Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates for change orders and resolve any issues.
• Generate new drawings on-site for change orders or modifications
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

Education

Pursuing an Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera

Expedition

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. invites motivated students pursuing Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management to join our internship program in Sumter, SC.

Interns gain hands-on field experience on multi-disciplinary jobs, work with the Project Manager and mentor, and learn to monitor sites, review specs, and schedule deliveries. You will assist with material takeoffs, documentation, and cost estimates while observing safety and quality standards.