Operations Intern

Orion Innovation•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Operations Intern supports planning, directing, and coordinating assigned project activities to help accomplish project goals within established schedules and funding parameters. The role assists Project Managers with project administration, scheduling, cost tracking, procurement, reporting, and coordination with project teams and external parties. The position requires flexibility to work varying shifts, long days of 8–12 hours, and weekends according to project needs. Work may take place in an office, a field trailer, and job-site areas in varying weather conditions. The incumbent must follow safety requirements, use required personal protective equipment, protect confidential company information, and be prepared to respond appropriately to emergencies.

Requirements

At least one year of construction-related experience.
Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management or a related discipline, with field experience in commercial concrete construction; an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Working knowledge of Project Engineer functions.
Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, Adobe, and construction-drawing software such as PlanGrid, with ability to learn new software systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels, clients, vendors, and suppliers.
Strong leadership skills and ability to work under pressure and in high-stress situations.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing work priorities.
Problem-solving, critical-thinking, and analytical skills to support project efficiency.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and office settings, including a field trailer.
Ability to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes, as applicable.
Ability to remain calm during emergencies, respond as directed, and evacuate the work area in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and planning pre-job meetings, including plans, specifications, budgets, cost targets, and schedules.
Assist Project Managers in managing assigned jobs.
Review and process shop drawings and submittals, including subcontractor submissions, for accuracy against drawings and specifications.
Distribute drawing revisions to Project Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors, and request updated shop drawings from suppliers and subcontractors as needed.
Price drawing revisions and Field Extra Work Tickets, review them with Project Managers, and submit them to the General Contractor or client; update the stick set and drawing log for each revision.
Maintain the RCO log and PM Submittal Log for assigned projects.
Update project schedules with actual task durations compared with the original baseline schedule and document applicable delays.
Order project materials, ensure timely delivery, and review the accuracy of materials such as rebar, shoring, forming, and post-tensioning.
Frequently contact Superintendents and regularly visit job sites to identify problems and help resolve them.
Approve and code assigned invoices as requested by the Project Manager.
Track man-hours and job costs for assigned jobs weekly.
Meet with Superintendents to identify target costs for completing jobs under budget.
Assist Project Managers with end-of-month financial reports for assigned jobs.
Prepare project reports for management, clients, or others.
Coordinate project activities with government regulatory agencies or other governmental agencies.
Maintain confidentiality of company confidential, proprietary, and trade-secret information.
Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of coworkers and others; stop work when an unsafe condition is anticipated or observed.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures, and promptly report violations.
Perform other assigned or requested administrative and technical duties, including certification training, safety training, and procedure review.