Traveling Construction Engineer Student Intern & Co-Op

JP Cullen•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

JP Cullen offers a paid, traveling internship or co-op for students seeking hands-on experience as part of a construction project team. Interns work with experienced construction professionals, take on project responsibilities, help solve problems in the field, and may work on projects in different locations. Assignments vary according to project needs and may involve field work or assistant project management. The position provides exposure to many aspects of construction and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Attention to detail.
Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Expedite, review, and coordinate shop drawings and project submittals.
Update contract documents by posting construction change bulletins to blueprints and specifications.
Assist with organizing and estimating change order work, including obtaining subcontractor pricing, estimating quantities, comparing changed work with original takeoffs, and preparing cost proposals with the Project Manager.
Evaluate field problems and drawing discrepancies, document issues, prepare clarification sketches, submit RFIs to designers, and follow up to ensure resolutions reach the field.
Update, print, and distribute project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar, coordinating schedule data with superintendents and subcontractors.
Produce sketches and drawings for the Project Manager or Superintendent, such as formwork, embed locations, miscellaneous metal items, and site layouts.
Prepare project closeout documents, update as-built information, organize record documents and warranties, and expedite warranty and O&M manual submissions from subcontractors.
Prepare agendas for and participate in weekly jobsite coordination meetings, produce minutes, and follow up on subcontractor commitments.
Monitor subcontractor schedules, manpower, work quality, and compliance with specifications and drawings.
Assist with project material procurement by maintaining logs and delivery schedules, identifying issues, visiting suppliers, tracking shipments, checking materials, and ensuring proper labeling and storage.
Prepare labor and material cost summaries for backcharge or extra work tickets, provide explanations, and obtain agreements and signatures from subcontractors and owners.