Project Engineer Internship, Commercial/Industrial Construction

Graycor Family of Companies • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Project Engineer Intern at Graycor Construction Company, you will gain hands-on experience on a commercial construction project site through specialized one-on-one training, coaching, and mentoring. You will take an active role in your career development, including assessing your progress against established core competencies. The internship provides experience assisting with project management, scheduling, documentation, procurement, and coordination with subcontractors and vendors. Interns must be able to travel extensively and temporarily reside at the project site for the duration of the summer internship; travel subsistence pay may apply.

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student and actively pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, or another relevant technical discipline.
• Be able to travel extensively and temporarily reside at the project site for the duration of the summer internship.
• Demonstrate ambition to grow professionally and acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Be able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Multitask with urgency while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Have effective communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with managers, coworkers, subcontractors, and construction craft employees.
• Have problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Motivation to succeed and passion for construction within the private commercial construction sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent with efficient project control and management while supporting the execution of site safety and quality programs.
• Develop and maintain the critical path project schedule, including ongoing revisions.
• Assist the Project Manager and/or Superintendent in preparing short-term look-ahead schedules and applying Lean Construction techniques.
• Maintain project documentation and expedite it to the Owner, Architect, and Engineers for approval.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents, including plans, specifications, the owner’s contract, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Assist with procuring equipment and materials, and track and expedite their delivery.
• Track and evaluate subcontractor and vendor performance.
• Interact with subcontractors and vendors regarding technical and contractual matters.
• Assess progress against established core competencies as part of career development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Travel subsistence pay may apply.
• The company sponsors wellness and charitable events, casual employee get-togethers, lunch and learns, and other social events.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed