J. C. Higgins Corp. Project Engineer Internship

J. C. Higgins Corp.•Stoughton, MA

10d

About The Position

J. C. Higgins Corp. is seeking a college student for a Mechanical Project Engineer / Project Management internship. The hands-on role provides experience in mechanical construction while working with Project Managers, field personnel, estimators, and accounting professionals. The intern supports projects from initial turnover and planning through construction and final closeout, with exposure to project walk-throughs and active construction sites. The position is intended for a student interested in developing a career in mechanical construction or project management and offers practical experience in how mechanical construction projects are managed from award through completion. The work location is Easton, Massachusetts, and most projects are within the Route 95/128 belt and Boston.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Strong interest in mechanical construction, project engineering, or project management.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with Project Managers, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and other team members.
Attention to detail and willingness to learn project documentation processes, including drawings, submittals, RFIs, change orders, schedules, and closeout requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to read and develop an understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
Self-motivation, dependability, willingness to ask questions, and ability to take initiative.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in office and construction-site environments.
Strong problem-solving skills and a professional approach to project-related issues.
Commitment to following company policies and established safety procedures.
Ability to commute to and navigate field locations.
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including regular sitting, seeing, talking, hearing, using hands, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior construction or mechanical industry experience.

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager in moving projects effectively from inception to completion.
Review contract and bid documents from estimating and understand the project scope during turnover.
Attend project walk-throughs.
Assist with project document control, including insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and correspondence, and ensure documents are saved in the designated document-control software.
Verify that current drawings are distributed to field personnel.
Support project schedules, including completion dates, delivery dates, and subcontractor requirements, and integrate with overall project and manpower schedules as directed.
Track deliveries of major equipment and subcontractor materials, including shipping requirements and anticipated delivery dates, and request appropriate delivery notice.
Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foremen.
Support monthly billings and collections with the accounting department and follow up on outstanding balances.
Collaborate with foremen on project safety, including toolbox talks and weekly walk-throughs.
Gather information about changes in work and turn it over to estimating for pricing.
Ensure work does not begin before approval or a notice to proceed.
Assist field personnel with project closeout and obtain as-built drawings from the field.
Escalate critical or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendations for resolution.
Follow company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs.
Perform additional assignments as needed by the company or as directed by executives.