Project Engineer - INTERN

Trautman & Shreve, Inc.•Fort Carson, CO

2d•$22 - $26

About The Position

We are seeking a Construction Project Engineer Intern to assist the Project Team with coordinating information related to project execution, scheduling, and billing. The role supports project organization, scheduling, budgeting, implementation, and the Project Manager’s efforts to resolve field problems. The company provides design and implementation of mechanical and plumbing systems, using coordinated BIM models and in-house production to create fabrication documentation. The intern supports project delivery from inception through completion, including document control, drawing distribution, schedule and delivery tracking, material takeoffs, billing support, change documentation, safety coordination, and project closeout. The position involves working at a computer for extended periods and traveling to field locations as needed. Compensation is $22.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and collaborate with customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, suppliers, and other contractor organizations.
Demonstrated integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values.
Self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
High standards of quality and attention to detail.
Ability to build positive working relationships with employees at multiple levels, management, suppliers, and customers.
Ability to receive constructive criticism and be teachable and trainable.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to regularly sit, see, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; walk, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds; commute to and navigate job site locations.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD and other technical or construction programs.
Familiarity with project management or document control software.

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager in driving the project’s overall flow from inception to completion.
Review contract and bid documents from estimating, understand project scope during turnover, and attend walk-throughs.
Assist with project document control, including insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and correspondence.
Ensure project documents are centrally saved in the selected document control software.
Verify that correct drawings are distributed to the field.
Support project scheduling, including completion and delivery dates and subcontractor requirements, and integrate schedules into the overall project and manpower schedules as directed.
Track major equipment and subcontractor deliveries, including shipping requirements and anticipated delivery dates, and request appropriate delivery notice.
Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foremen.
Support the accounting department with monthly billings and collections 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 notice to proceed.
Assist field personnel with project closeout and obtain as-builts from the field.
Escalate critical or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with a recommendation for resolution.
Comply with company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs.
Perform additional assignments as required by company needs or as directed by executives.