Summer Intern - Project Manager

Clarkson Construction Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarkson Construction Company in Kansas City invites a Summer Intern to gain hands-on experience in heavy civil construction project management, supporting field and office operations, with exposure to safety practices, scheduling, project documentation, and trade partner coordination.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, learn site safety, process RFIs and submittals, review Change Orders, and understand how scheduling influences project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with construction software (Bluebeam Revu, BIM360, MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and take initiative.
• Willingness to work both in the field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Safety Support: Observe and assist with the implementation of site safety practices. Participate in safety meetings and learn how safety culture is elevated in the field.
• Project Documentation: Support project managers and engineers with RFIs, Submittals, Change Orders, and other contract documentation.
• Scheduling & Planning: Assist with reviewing and updating project schedules. Learn how sequencing and planning impact successful outcomes.
• Field Exposure: Work alongside superintendents and field engineers to understand daily construction operations, site logistics, and quality control processes.
• Trade Partner & Supplier Interaction: Participate in preconstruction meetings, site walks, and progress discussions with trade partners and suppliers.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of mentoring, training sessions, and hands‑on project exposure to develop project management and communication skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

MS Office familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

BIM360

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Clarkson Construction Company is a leading firm in the heavy civil construction industry with a proud history of delivering complex infrastructure projects across the Kansas City region. Our portfolio spans site development, grading, paving, and bridge construction, underscoring our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Clarkson Construction Company offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where innovation and hard work are recognized and rewarded. We believe in investing in our employees through professional development and advancement opportunities. Join us and be a part of a team that shapes the infrastructure in and around one of America's most vibrant cities.

Job Summary

As a Summer Intern, you will gain practical experience in heavy civil construction project management by supporting field and office operations. This internship provides exposure to safety practices, scheduling, project documentation, and trade partner coordination, while working alongside experienced professionals.

This internship is an opportunity to gain real-world experience, build professional relationships, and develop the foundation for a career in heavy civil construction. Join us in shaping the infrastructure that supports one of America’s most vibrant cities.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Support: Observe and assist with the implementation of site safety practices. Participate in safety meetings and learn how safety culture is elevated in the field.
• Project Documentation: Support project managers and engineers with Requests for Information (RFIs), Submittals, Change Orders, and other contract documentation.
• Scheduling & Planning: Assist with reviewing and updating project schedules. Learn how sequencing and planning impact successful outcomes.
• Field Exposure: Work alongside superintendents and field engineers to understand daily construction operations, site logistics, and quality control processes.
• Trade Partner & Supplier Interaction: Participate in preconstruction meetings, site walks, and progress discussions with trade partners and suppliers.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of mentoring, training sessions, and hands‑on project exposure to develop project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with construction software (Bluebeam Revu, BIM360, MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and take initiative.
• Willingness to work both in the field and office settings.

Clarkson Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.