Engineer Intern-Utah

Granite Construction • Salt Lake City, UT

3d

About The Position

This is a three- to four-month assignment supporting a Project Team with project management, field construction activities, and documentation. The internship provides hands-on experience in the heavy-civil industry and with Granite Construction. Students may be able to receive course credit, subject to confirmation with their faculty advisor, while earning income and learning.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• A minimum of two years of education from an accredited college, university, or other institution of higher learning, focused on Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivation.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting or moving 26 to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with foremen and the superintendent to learn about field construction operations and provide support.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, and the local community.
• Assist with project environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Assist the Project Engineer with approving time cards in HeavyJob and ensure all equipment and employees are accounted for on timecards.
• Assist with verifying quantities in FIS (Field Information Systems) and log quantities for cost and revenue tracking.
• Assist the Project Engineer with generating and distributing daily cost reports for trucking, labor, and equipment to the Project Manager, foreman, and superintendent.
• Assist with completing daily reports documenting Granite Construction and subcontractor activities.
• Place necessary material orders and submit survey requests, locates, and other requests.
• Maintain a to-do list and diary.
• Assist with calculating yields of materials such as concrete, aggregate base, and asphalt.
• Tour the jobsite daily with the Project Manager or Engineer to verify claimed quantities and stay current on overall job progress.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including access to two Anthem BlueCross PPO medical plans; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible interns.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Flexible spending plans.
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
• Access to Granite’s 401(k) plan, with a 100% employer match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into the plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED