Cooperative Education Student (Co-Op)/Intern

Crowder • Elm City, NC

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About The Position

Crowder is seeking a Co-Op/Intern to assist and learn from project management and estimating teams with daily tasks related to building and estimating projects. The Co-Op assignments will involve three work rotations alternating with school semester attendance, with each rotation taking place at a different job site in the Southeast region of the United States. This position is designed for individuals who are looking for a career in the construction industry, not just a job, and who are committed to making a positive difference for clients, communities, and employees.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to pass a drug test.
• Legally eligible to work in the US.
• Completed or currently pursuing a 4-year civil engineering degree from an accredited university with a 2.5 GPA or higher preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with the project team.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and complete assignments accurately with decreased supervisor oversight through 3 rotations.
• Display initiative and a desire to learn.
• Set high personal standards and strive for excellence in quality of work.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of past interest in construction through previous jobs, activities, and/or volunteering.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) preferred.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.
• Valid, non-restrictive driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist project management and estimating teams with daily tasks.
• Learn the Construction Specifications Institute Master Format and its relation to the construction industry.
• Read and interpret project specifications, contract requirements, and bid preparations.
• Perform subcontractor soliciting and quantity take-offs.
• Learn and utilize Quest estimating software.
• Analyze labor costs for specific tasks.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals and participate in bid reviews.
• Maintain project files, current drawings, as-built records, and production records.
• Estimate material needs for purchasing and write purchase orders.
• Expedite material deliveries and manage inventory control.
• Assist with the invoice approval process and learn jobsite safety aspects.
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractors and major vendors.
• Understand budgets and cost tracking, negotiate prices and services, and manage subcontractors.
• Review and prepare submittal documents and O&M manuals.
• Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, owners, engineers, and internal staff.
• Assist with analyzing, procuring, and tracking construction equipment and project schedules.

Benefits

• Health Plans, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Tax-Advantaged Spending Accounts (HSA and FSA)
• Wellness Program with Incentives
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life/AD&D and Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Crowder YOUniversity Career-Based Training
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees