Construction Science Internship
White-Spunner Construction
Internship
On-site
Alabama, United States
White-Spunner Construction is looking for motivated individuals to intern with us and gain hands-on experience. The Construction Science Internship position is a PAID internship which assists our project operations department. As an Intern, you will assist in various aspects of commercial construction projects, including planning, execution, and quality control. This internship offers valuable exposure to the construction process as well as the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
Essential Functions
- Assists Project Manager to determine resources needed – people, tools, equipment, materials and internal services for each project.
- Assists with Preconstruction Services to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in assigned projects.
- Establish/maintain project files and electronic files;
- Follow up with clients, vendors and/or subcontractors to obtain status and/or necessary information and provide vital feedback;
- Work with functional areas within the company to identify status of activity and/or expedite activity to assist Project Managers in meeting client expectations;
- Perform fundamental paperwork duties as may be required to meet requirements of an order;
- Manage projects assigned by Manager
- Work with the Pre-construction department to develop and nurture repeat and new clients;
- Develop necessary internal and external relationships to successfully manage projects to exceed customer expectations;
- Attend internal/external training opportunities;
- Travel to jobsites to inspect work and participate in various meetings such as Trade Coordination meetings, Company Presentations and OAC meetings as required;
- Assist Project Managers in other project management activities including but not limited to:
- RFI’s
- Submittals
- Communication;
- Vendor Relations;
- Scheduling;
- Change Orders;
- Accounting;
- Jobsite Meetings
- All employees are responsible for complying with company procedures and safety requirements including reviewing work area daily for potential safety and health hazards, reporting potential hazards to their supervisors as well as reporting any work related injuries or illnesses to their supervisors as well.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
- Assists in building effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations.
- Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with construction management software (e.g. Procore, AutoCAD) is a plus.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn and take initiative.
Working Conditions:
Normal professional office setting and some on-site field work. Evening and/or weekend work. Travel required. (Less than 25%)
Typical Physical Needs:
Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. May need to climb stairs, ladders and/or scaffolding and lift up to 30 lbs.
EEO Statement:
Our company is an equal opportunity employer, and we look to fill every position with the best qualified person regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability or national origin. With our home office in Mobile, Alabama we recruit from all over the Southeast to find the right fit for every position.
Drug Free Workplace:
We are an Alabama Drug Free Workplace, all prospective employees are subject to