Traveling Project Engineer Intern - On-Site Construction

Graycor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Graycor Construction Company offers a summer Project Engineer Intern role on a commercial construction project site, with hands-on training, mentoring, and ongoing development against core competencies. You will support the project team, learn Lean construction methods, and gain exposure to procurement, subcontracts, and schedule management.

Applicants must be enrolled in construction management, engineering, or related programs, be willing to travel and live on-site during the summer, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student.
• Pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, or other relevant technical discipline.
• Ability to travel extensively and temporarily reside at the project site for the duration of the summer internship.
• Ambition to grow professionally and acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Fortitude to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with managers, co-workers, subcontractors, and craft employees.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in the efficient control and management of the project, while ensuring safety and quality programs are being executed on the project site.
• Develop and maintain the critical path project schedule, including ongoing revisions; assist in short-term look-ahead schedules and Lean Construction techniques.
• Maintain project documentation and expedite to Owner, Architect, and Engineers; understand provisions of contract documents.
• Assist in procurement of equipment and materials and track their delivery.
• Track and evaluate subcontractor and vendor performance and interact on technical/contractual matters.

Skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Documentation

Vendor coordination

Education

Construction management student

Engineering student

Job description

Graycor Construction Company offers a summer Project Engineer Intern role on a commercial construction project site, with hands-on training, mentoring, and ongoing development against core competencies. You will support the project team, learn Lean construction methods, and gain exposure to procurement, subcontracts, and schedule management.

Applicants must be enrolled in construction management, engineering, or related programs, be willing to travel and live on-site during the summer, and