Estimating & Preconstruction - Internship

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions•Plano, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald�s, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction. Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work�, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award. The Opportunity: Estimating, Internship Summer 2027 (May-Aug) Full Time, 40 hours per week Plano, TX - In office 5 days per week The Estimating & Preconstruction Intern will support Sevan's Estimating and Bid Coordination teams in preparing project bids and budgets. This internship provides hands-on experience in reviewing project documents, performing quantity take-offs, and assisting with subcontractor outreach. Working under the guidance of experienced estimators and bid coordinators, the intern will gain exposure to full lifecycle of construction estimating practices, bidding platforms, and subcontractor relations while building the foundation for a future career in construction management or estimating. At Sevan you will be part of a team that is dynamic and fast paced. Strong communication skills and a desire to be involved in all aspects of a project life cycle are a must. Problem solving skills, thinking outside the box and dealing with ambiguity are skills that we value. You will work alongside experienced individuals as well as the opportunity to operate independently.

Requirements

Lives in the Dallas, TX or Plano, TX areas with the ability to commute into our office in Plano 4-5 days per week.
Current student pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Strong interest in preconstruction, estimating, and construction project management.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; exposure to estimating or take-off software is a plus.
Strong communication skills for collaborating with team members and subcontractors.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing project documents to help define scope and support bid preparation.
Help prepare and distribute Invitations to Bid (ITBs) to subcontractors via bidding platforms such as Building Connected.
Support the team in drafting RFIs (Requests for Information) for clarification of project scope.
Participate in subcontractor outreach through email and phone calls to help solicit bids and confirm trade coverage.
Assist in maintaining subcontractor bid solicitation lists and updating bid tracking tools.
Perform basic quantity take-offs under the guidance of senior estimators using on-screen take-off software.
Research regional trade costs to support estimate development.
Help collect, review, and organize subcontractor quotes for accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
Support the preparation of estimate sheets and proposals, including inclusions, exclusions, and qualifications.
Contribute to project documentation such as site visit notes, risk registers, and estimate logs.
Participate in team meetings and gain exposure to the preconstruction and business development process.
Other duties as assigned to support estimating and bid coordination efforts.