Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $20 / hr
Position : Scheduling & Estimating Intern
Type : Internship (Spring / Summer, Full-time)
Location : Bridgeport, CT
Pay : $20 / hr
About Waters Construction Company :
Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Bridgeport, CT, Waters Construction Company is a leading heavy civil and paving contractor serving Connecticut and New York. With over 140 employees and annual revenue exceeding $100 million, Waters specializes in highway, site work, bridges, and mass transit projects. The companys culture is built on its core values : Safe, Smart, Positive, Respectful, and Adaptable, and it prides itself on connecting communities through quality infrastructure.
Overview :
The Scheduling & Estimating Intern will work alongside project engineers, estimators, and project managers to support the planning and budgeting of large-scale heavy civil and highway projects. This position provides hands-on experience in construction estimating, scheduling, and preconstruction processes, offering exposure to real-world project delivery in a multi-discipline environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and bid proposals for active projects
- Analyze project drawings, specifications, and addenda to develop accurate scopes of work
- Support the preparation and tracking of subcontractor and supplier quotes
- Help build and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Review production rates, schedules, and cost histories from past projects to improve future estimates
- Participate in bid review meetings and project planning sessions
- Assist with subcontractor prequalification and bid solicitation communications
- Organize and maintain estimating files, bid logs, and schedule documentation
- Support ongoing projects with schedule updates, progress tracking, and forecasting reports
- Collaborate with field engineers to gather real-time data on productivity and sequencing
Qualifications & Skills :
Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or Construction ManagementStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficiency in Microsoft Excel; exposure to Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyBid, or Bluebeam is a plusDetail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsInterest in construction scheduling, cost control, and project planningWhat Youll Gain :
Hands-on experience in estimating and scheduling for heavy civil and highway projectsDirect mentorship from experienced engineers and estimatorsInsight into bid development, project planning, and cost management for a $100M contractorOpportunity to build foundational skills applicable to both office and field engineering rolesPotential for return internships or full-time employment upon graduation