Intern, Cost Management

Cumming Group • Aliso Viejo, CA

6d • $30 - $38

About The Position

Cumming Group is seeking a Cost Management Intern to support its Cost & Commercial Management team. The intern will learn about project deliverables and cost management practices while helping organize project files, prepare proposal and submission materials, request vendor and subcontractor pricing, and conduct pricing research. The role includes developing knowledge of measurement methods, delivery methods, construction technology, and contracts, as well as beginning professional training and accreditation. The intern works under team direction and is expected to attend during normal business hours.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or a related field.
• No prior experience is required.
• Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
• Understand how the role contributes to organizational goals.
• Deliver quality work while modeling organizational core values.
• Hold oneself accountable to individual and team goals.
• Communicate and collaborate consistently with team members and clients.
• Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients.
• Participate proactively in self-development to enhance current skills and build new skills.
• Use instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.
• Receive work direction and work independently while quickly learning and applying new skills.
• Demonstrate a strong customer focus.

Nice To Haves

• Registration with a professional organization such as AACE, RICS, ASPE, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of project deliverables involved in providing Cost & Commercial Management services.
• Maintain Cost & Commercial Management files in an organized manner and in accordance with company standards and processes.
• Assist with preparing documents for proposals, presentations, and Cost & Commercial Management submissions under the direct supervision of the team.
• Submit requests for pricing from vendors and subcontractors for specific scopes, products, and services.
• Carry out pricing research.
• Develop an understanding of methods of measurement, delivery methods, construction technology, and contracts.
• Enroll in a professional organization and commence training for accreditation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attend work during normal business hours.

What This Job Offers

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