Project Management Intern/Co-Op

Schernecker Property Services • Needham, MA

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About The Position

Schernecker Property Services (SPS) is a specialized exterior restoration company helping condominium association boards plan and save money. We are a growing company committed to our mission of delivering the highest-value, long-term solutions to our clients and their communities. In the Project Management Co-op, you will work with a Project Manager and learn how an SPS project is produced safely, in a high-quality manner, on time, and on budget.

Requirements

• Reliability: Meets deadlines and delivers as promised. Gets the job done right the first time.
• Self-motivated: Is disciplined. Sets and works to achieve goals without needing to be managed.
• Communication: Has excellent oral skills. Builds and maintains strong working relationships with homeowners, property managers, independent contractors, vendors, and employees. Ability to understand Spanish a plus.
• Organization: Ability to maintain a clean and organized job site, managing task lists to timely completion.
• Attention to detail: Prioritizes precision and quality over quantity or speed.
• Trade knowledge: Has some working knowledge of carpentry, roofing, or painting.
• Technology: Has basic computer skills and is comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Problem Solving: Able to effectively handle a variety of situations that may arise.
• Team player: Shows empathy for others. Works harmoniously with co-workers and clients.
• Flexibility: Willing to travel throughout New England within a 100-mile radius of Needham, MA.
• Physical component: Ability to perform construction-related work, lifting of materials and ladders, climbing on roofs and walking through job sites.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using file-sharing platforms like Box and CRM platforms like Salesforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with others about scheduling and project progress, including window and door installation coordination (~30%)
• Learn how to coordinate material deliveries, inventory control, and keep the material yard organized and clean. (~30%)
• Learn, demonstrate and enforce safety standards (~10%)
• Learn how to conduct quality inspections and work with the SPS quality manager to ensure standards are met (~10%)
• Assist the Project Manager in building and developing lasting relationships with independent contractors (~10%)
• Become familiar with Buildup and demonstrate how to create a punch list and manage timely completion (~5%)
• Assist with Project Manager with other related tasks and projects (~5%)

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Education on current project management responsibilities
• Opportunity to bridge the academic gap from classroom to field experience
• Hands-on experience and relationship-building
• Opportunity to apply for an Assistant Project Manager position after graduation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees