DoD SkillBridge: : Estimator

Vets2PM • Lexington, KY

98d • Onsite

About The Position

The DoD SkillBridge Internship for an Estimator at Semper Tek, Inc., in Lexington, KY, is designed for active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the effective execution of cost estimating and the development of project direct costs for construction projects. Guided by a team, the intern will assist in reviewing subcontractor and vendor proposals and performing quantity take-offs across various trades to develop foundational estimating competencies. The Estimator Intern supports the preconstruction team by assisting in the development of direct cost estimates and the evaluation of change orders for moderate to complex projects. Key responsibilities include contributing to quantity take-offs, analyzing project scope, and supporting estimate development across diverse project types. The intern gains exposure to subcontractor and vendor coordination, qualification processes, and the preparation of budget costs for self-performed work. Furthermore, the intern assists in evaluating teaming partners and preparing documentation for internal review and approval.

Requirements

• Active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program
• Strong willingness to learn construction estimating and preconstruction processes
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office (especially Excel) or willingness to learn
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze information and support data-driven decisions
• Proactive problem-solving mindset
• Able to learn new tasks.
• Able to maintain focus.
• Able to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Able to interact with a variety of individuals.
• Able to understand, remember, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Able to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or productivity quotas.
• Able to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Have a strong reading comprehension.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Able to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps. etc.
• Able to utilize construction personnel hoists.
• Able to navigate work areas that are under construction.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include vision, peripheral, depth perception, and focus.
• Repeating motions that may include wrist, hands, and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls.
• Operate motor vehicle or heavy equipment.
• Communicate with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb, maintain balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Light to medium work that includes moving objects between 20-50 pounds.
• Applicants must pass a federal background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Prior construction experience highly desired
• Familiarity with building construction, materials, and trade practices
• Exposure to estimating processes and construction documents
• Basic understanding of estimating software such as Sage (Timberline)
• Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore
• Exposure to scheduling tools such as Schedule Logic or Primavera P6
• Basic knowledge of cost data tools such as RSMeans
• Experience or interest in federal or government contracting

Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving, organizing, and distributing project design documents to internal teams and subcontractors
• Review project documents to develop an understanding of scope of work
• Support the preparation and submission of Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Assist in soliciting subcontractor and vendor bids
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walk-throughs when available
• Support site visits to understand existing conditions and identify scope gaps
• Assist with quantity take-offs and basic cost analysis for assigned scopes
• Help prepare subcontractor bid comparison sheets and evaluate scope coverage
• Support review of subcontractor proposals for completeness and accuracy
• Assist in identifying potential scope gaps or overlaps
• Help ensure estimate pricing reflects current market data and subcontractor input
• Support value engineering efforts, alternates, and pricing options
• Assist in assembling estimate packages for internal review and submission
• Support review of preconstruction schedules and activity durations
• Assist in vendor evaluations and documentation
• Participate in project closeout and post-project reviews
• Support updates to vendor lists based on project outcomes

Benefits

• Mentorship and guidance via monthly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings.
• PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course.
• Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed