Construction Co-Op

BXP, Inc.•Cambridge, MA

4d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in construction related activities within the Boston Region. This role involves supporting various construction-related tasks, coordinating with internal departments and external consultants, monitoring project progress, and contributing to administrative and estimating functions. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree Program in Real Estate, Engineering, Construction Management or related field with a GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
Completion of freshman year required. Completion of sophomore year preferred.
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required.
One year of prior work experience with a general contractor preferred.
Highly dependable self-starter with superior verbal and written skills.
Good computer skills; word processing, spreadsheet and database software; Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to interact with co-workers, tenants, contractors and vendors in an articulate, pleasant, courteous and business-like manner at all times providing the best representation of Boston Properties possible.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
Completion of sophomore year preferred.
One year of prior work experience with a general contractor preferred.

Responsibilities

Reviewing scheduled work for compliance with building standards.
Coordinating processes with 3rd party consultants.
Monitoring contractual work for efficiency, completeness, cost and service including but not limited to all tenant improvement, capital improvement and retail improvement work.
Completing special projects of an administrative nature as assigned.
Work with management and support staff(s) to assure continuity and service in all functional areas.
Respond to requests regarding special services; communicate with management staff and follow-up to ensure task completion.
Coordinate with security, accounting, support services, retail, property management and leasing departments for effective service, communicative needs and work together to build efficient customer services.
Participate in budget review as required.
Assist in the archiving of CAD drawings and hard copy drawings.
Assist in the estimating of Tenant Improvement projects.
Provide Lease exhibits and documentation for the Leasing Group.
Attend management meetings as requested.
Organize and present data/information utilizing PowerPoint, Excel and/or MS Word software.
Build relationships with BXP staff, tenants, consultants, vendors, and the community.
Expand knowledge on external market influences that affect organizational philosophies and performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.