SW Building Group Intern - Engineer

Sundt Construction

Lockhart (TX)

On-site

USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000

Full time

10 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly

Bonus Eligibility

Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K

Industry Leading Health Coverage

Flexible Time Off

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sundt Construction in Texas is seeking committed engineering (Civil, Structural, and Mechanical) and construction management students for internships nationwide. The program offers exposure to challenging projects, site visits, and hands-on activities that foster leadership and practical skills.

As an intern you will assist with project records, submittals, safety inspections, surveying, and cost-control tasks while gaining real-world experience on Sundt’s projects.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
Eager to learn, immensely curious, full of questions, and ready to get their hands dirty.
Prefer those who have interest in a construction career for a builder.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Responsibilities

Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, and assisting with cost control records.
Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing.
Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing.
Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring.
Attending bid openings, conferences, etc.; taking notes, making records, completing forms.
Observing and reporting results of meeting and conducting site tours for visitors.
Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and sub-contractors for proposals.
Working as a manual laborer, helper, clerk or technician assistant, etc.

Skills

Team player

Eager to learn

Microsoft Office

Strong organizational skills

Education

Four-year Construction Management or Engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sundt is looking for committed engineering (Civil, Structural, and Mechanical) and construction management students within accredited Universities/colleges. The internship will provide you with unique experiences on challenging projects throughout the US while providing you the opportunity to participate in several of the activities it takes to successfully build our projects. We're looking for the future leaders of our company and those who are inspired to go beyond the expected. Come internship with one of the best places to work, as voted on by our own employees and where our people make the difference.

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, and assisting with cost control records.
Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing.
Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing.
Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring.
Attending bid openings, conferences, etc.; taking notes, making records, completing forms.
Observing and reporting results of meeting and conducting site tours for visitors.
Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and sub-contractors for proposals.
Working as a manual laborer, helper, clerk or technician assistant, etc.

Minimum Job Requirements

A team player, ready and willing to take on whatever challenge is offered.
Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
Eager to learn, immensely curious, full of questions, and ready to get their hands dirty.
Prefer those who have interest in a construction career for a builder.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you're not just hiring on at a company, you're joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you'll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we're passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We're driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

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