Job Description
Please note :
This job posting is for opportunities located in Las Vegas, NV and Reno, NV
- Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
- The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.
What It Takes
Open to undergraduate students interested in gaining hands-on practical experience in the construction field. Qualified applicants will assist project teams in managing construction projects / including all phases from bidding to final completion.
Assignments include office and job site; relocation to a remote site may be required.Transportation is required.Work periods are 10-12 weeks; 40 hours / week.Housing may be provided in certain situations.Intern Job Description
Reporting Relationship : Depending on the work assignment, interns will report to a project manager, superintendent, project engineer or field engineer. You may be assigned to the office, jobsite or mix of both.
Tasks Assigned : You will be learning the engineering and technical aspects of the project both in the field and in the office. Your experience will include some or all the following :
Quantity take-offLayoutPreconstruction / as-built surveysShop drawing review / approval & maintenance of logSubmittal review / approval & maintenance of logRequest for information (RFI) review / submission & maintenance of logResponding to subcontractor RFIsInterfacing with subcontractors & suppliersAttending weekly progress meetingsAssisting with coordinating the work between the owner, architect & subcontractorsAssisting during the bid processAssist with reviewing construction documents & specificationsAssisting with reviewing all document revisions & clarificationsAssisting with maintaining field recordAssisting with estimates / budgets / value engineering / constructability surveys Assist with writing contracts & purchase ordersAssisting with preparing billings to owner & submitting change ordersAssisting with approval of invoicesAssisting with ordering & expediting materialsAssisting with scheduling & updatesAssisting with quality control & safetyAssisting with settling contractsAssisting with permit processAssisting with performing costing, scheduling, estimating & project managementPunchlist & project closeoutCooperating & working with field project managementAnd any other duties that may be assignedRequired Skills
Technical Capabilities
You should be familiar with the following software : Primavera, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, etc.
Required Experience
Basic qualifications for Entry-Level Engineer candidates include :
Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.Knowledge of engineering principles.Knowledge of basic business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product / material installation instructions and engineering / architectural drawings.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writingExperience with construction projects, mechanical / electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.