Estimating Intern
About The Position
As an Estimating Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the estimating and preconstruction team throughout the bid and proposal process. The role provides exposure to construction estimating practices, project documentation, quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and subcontractor and vendor coordination. The internship aims to develop technical knowledge of construction estimating and prepare participants for careers in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or operations. The position is intended for rising juniors, rising seniors, and upcoming or recent graduates interested in construction estimating, construction management, engineering, technology infrastructure, or related fields. The program emphasizes professional development, practical experience, and mentorship within ComNet Communications' estimating and preconstruction functions. Interns rotate through several functional areas and receive structured guidance and mentorship. ComNet Communications is a technology infrastructure integrator founded in 1984. It designs, installs, and maintains systems including structured cabling, wireless connectivity, data centers, physical security, in-building wireless, and audiovisual environments. The company operates nationwide and emphasizes safety, quality, service excellence, and environmental responsibility, including recycling cabling materials, reducing packaging waste, and using efficient installation methods to minimize environmental impact.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a rising junior or rising senior in a bachelor's degree program, or a recent graduate.
- Strong interest in construction estimating, preconstruction, project management, or technology infrastructure projects.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally and work collaboratively with team members.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to travel to local job sites, pre-bid meetings, or project locations as needed.
- Must be able to comply with company safety requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred areas of study include Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, or related fields.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Previous internship, coursework, or experience related to construction, estimating, engineering, or project management.
Responsibilities
- Rotate through several functional areas of the organization.
- Support the estimating team in preparing project bids and proposals.
- Assist with reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and other bid documents.
- Participate in quantity takeoffs and cost estimate development under the guidance of experienced estimators.
- Help gather pricing information from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Assist in organizing bid documents, project files, and estimating databases.
- Learn how labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs are developed and incorporated into project estimates.
- Participate in project handoff meetings and observe the transition from estimating to operations.
- Attend job walks, pre-bid meetings, site visits, and internal project review meetings as assigned.
- Gain exposure to project management, scheduling, job costing, and construction operations.
- Learn and follow company safety protocols and standards during site visits or field activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
