Intern - Project Engineer

ColonialWebb • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Project Engineer Intern provides technical engineering information to the Project Manager and Construction Superintendents to help ensure work complies with engineering standards. The role supports project management, construction, detailing, fabrication, and start-up activities, including procurement, scheduling, documentation, and coordination with general contractors and other trades.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction, or Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Willingness to work hard within a team, learn, and contribute positively.
• Ability to demonstrate analysis and problem-solving skills to resolve technical design challenges cost-effectively, with support from the team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinking and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain a high energy level while handling a dynamic, fast-paced workload.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Follow company safety rules, regulations, procedures, and practices, and serve as a positive example of safety by sharing the “Courage to Care” message.
• Provide project information to the Construction Manager for the job Superintendent, the Fabrication Division, and Start-Up.
• Coordinate project information with the Detailing Department and obtain information from the General Contractor and other trades for detailing and construction management.
• Assist the Project Manager and Construction Manager with equipment, subcontract, and material purchasing and scheduling.
• Review submittal data for compliance with contract documents.
• Assist with interpreting and communicating the project schedule.
• Develop and submit requests for information (RFIs).
• Assist the Project Manager in expediting deliveries.
• Maintain RFI and submittal logs, as well as a rack set of documents, with the administrative team.
• Enter purchase orders.
• Maintain project documents.
• Assist administration with developing an expediting log and operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern