Construction Management Intern
About The Position
Intermountain Electric (IME) is seeking a Construction Management (Rotation) Intern for 2027. Founded in 1946 and now part of the largest specialty contractor in North America, IME is a leader in electrical contracting, delivering complex solutions across various industries. The internship program is designed to provide real-world experience tailored to the intern's specific career interests and goals, offering an insider's look into the industry through hands-on work on active projects. Interns will collaborate with different teams, build practical skills, and learn from industry professionals.
Requirements
- Genuine enthusiasm, asking great questions, and being excited to take ownership of real projects.
- Comfortable taking initiative, collaborating across different personality types, and helping keep projects moving forward.
- Ability to build trust and represent the team well with both internal staff and external partners.
- Ability to talk comfortably with everyone, from project managers in the office to field crews on job sites, and write clear, friendly project updates.
- Strong attention to detail, spotting potential issues early, and bringing practical, real-world solutions to the table.
- Basic knowledge and experience with everyday tools like Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, with a proven ability to pick up new construction management software quickly.
- Currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program in Construction Management or Project Management
- Ability to obtain an OSHA 10 certification within first month.
Responsibilities
- Assist with real project planning, helping define project scopes, milestone goals, and deliverable timelines.
- Support preconstruction and estimating teams by organizing data for bid strategies, cost forecasting, and resource planning.
- Research and evaluate pricing for materials, specialized equipment, and subcontractor services to keep bids competitive and accurate.
- Participate in active site visits, job walks, and pre-bid meetings to gather critical project details directly from the field.
- Conduct site inspections alongside safety leads to ensure active jobs maintain high safety standards.
- Gain exposure to project management software, getting practical experience with Procore, MS Project, Accubid, and Change Order Pro.
- Collaborate across preconstruction and field teams to streamline data workflows and simplify reporting.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00/hour
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
