Summer Associate - Water/Wastewater (Summer 2027)

Clark Construction Group, LLC • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Summer Associate Program provides hands-on experience in the construction industry and Clark’s business. As part of the Clark Water team, the associate will support delivery of water infrastructure projects and be embedded with a team at a jobsite or in a department. The role offers exposure to project management, field management, project development, and business operations.

The program includes training and development opportunities, social events, jobsite tours, and formal training sessions. Associates participate in a team-based Capstone Project focused on developing solutions to current business opportunities and presenting findings to company leadership. The Passport Experience introduces participants to Clark’s business, helps build connections across the company, and provides industry knowledge.

This immersive, full-time program runs for 8–10 weeks and begins in late May or early June. The role includes work at active construction sites and in an office. It is physically active and may involve extended hours, particularly during critical project phases or client deadlines. A pre-employment fitness-for-duty screening is required, and employees are subject to quarterly random fitness-for-duty testing.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree or equivalent, or a graduate degree.
• Interest and passion for the construction industry.
• Ability to work on active jobsites, including navigating uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and reach; frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines.
• Must complete a pre-employment fitness-for-duty screening; employees are subject to quarterly random fitness-for-duty tests.
• Be punctual, dedicated, proactive, professional, and a positive team player.
• Meet role expectations and commitments, follow standard procedures, take ownership, and respond with urgency.
• Be engaged and self-directed in learning, fulfill Clark Corporate University learning requirements, and build technical expertise and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Support project management activities, including financial and business management of construction projects.
• Review gross billings, track change orders, and review subcontractor requisitions.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and material tracking.
• Work with subcontractors to plan successful field installations.
• Assist with field management, site logistics, quality control, and jobsite safety.
• Monitor trade work for quality and safety.
• Assist with project schedule management and site logistics.
• Help resolve challenges involving installation, schedules, and trade partner coordination.
• Support project development through budgeting, estimating, and purchasing.
• Review initial contract documents, solicit subcontractor bids, and provide preliminary bid evaluations.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, prepare bid proposals, and quantify labor and material prices.
• Help execute subcontractor agreements, review scopes of work, and manage subcontractor relationships.
• Explore business operations and functions that support the Clark organization.
• Participate in program training and development, social events, jobsite tours, the Capstone Project, and the Passport Experience.
• Follow Clark safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all work locations.

What This Job Offers

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