Construction Intern Mission Critical

Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For over 35 years we have delivered on our promises to our employees clients and business partners. We offer extremely competitive salaries a superb benefits package and a great place to work! In addition to routinely receiving awards for our projects and safety performance we have also received numerous Best Places to Work awards!

We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values to include: commitment integrity teamwork and respect. As our CEO Paul Little says In order to be successful at Alston Construction you must enjoy seeing success in others. If this sounds like you and what youre looking for wed love to hear from you!

Our top tier benefits package includes medical dental vision prescription safety glasses short-term disability long-term disability life insurance/AD&D HSA health FSA dependent daycare FSA EAP 401(k) Roth 401(k) After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time paid holidays tuition reimbursement Tickets at Work paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Project Location:Harlingen TX; Pecos TX; or Tulsa OK (On-site Travel Required)

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting in Estimating/Preconstruction Project Management and/or Field Operations in areas such as bidding proposal development scheduling project management and cost management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Construction Intern may be involved with performing some or all of the following duties and responsibilities:

• Assist Estimating/Preconstruction with the following:
  • Prepare Invitations to Bid (ITBs) and solicit competitive trade proposals.
  • Development of estimates.
  • Perform quantity take-offs.
  • Proposal development.
• Assist Superintendent with the following:
  • Coordination of subcontractor meetings.
  • Perform verify and maintain punch list.
  • Jobsite inspections.
• Assist Project Manager with the following:
  • Requests for Information (RFIs).
  • Records retention.
  • Participate in applicable monthly project reviews project meetings corporate meetings and forums.
  • Preparation of change orders.
  • Review of drawings and plans.

Safety:

• Comply with all safety policies report suspected safety concerns make recommendations for enhancements to the safety program and visibly support and uphold the companys strong safety culture.

Education Experience and Licensing/Certifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field.
• Valid State-issued drivers license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to stand walk sit stoop kneel crouch climb and reach.
• Occasionally required to crawl.
• Repetitive use of keyboard and mouse.
• Extensive reading from documents and computer. Specific vision abilities include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Lift 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• The Construction Interns duties may consist of work both in the field as well as the office.
• Will be exposed to outside weather elements while in the field.
• May be exposed to loud noises fumes and/or airborne particles while in the field.
• While in the field dress (including proper PPE) is conducive to a building construction environment.

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Intern