What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Management Intern position at Camber?
About Us :
Camber Property Group is a leader in affordable housing development. We are focused on the construction and preservation of affordable housing in the New York City metropolitan area and the greater Northeast. Our mission is to provide thoughtful, community-oriented housing solutions which combine the needs of local stakeholders and private partners. Our core belief is that by doing right by partners and stakeholders, we can solve problems, create healthy communities, and have fun doing so.
Camber is looking for paid interns to work on a variety of construction management projects under the guidance of the Construction Management team. Internships are open to undergraduate and graduate level students with interest in construction or real estate with a particular focus on affordable housing properties. Internships will last 10 to 12 weeks beginning February 1st, 2025. There is a potential to extend the internship for the spring 2025 & summer 2025 semesters.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Interns are expected to support the entire Construction Management team in a variety of projects and must be comfortable working independently and as a part of a team. They should be proficient in Excel and have a general understanding of construction or residential real estate or have completed relevant coursework. Specific duties will vary, but potential tasks will include :
Support Construction Management team members in managing field operations of existing portfolio assets
Assist during site inspections. To include taking photographs, assessing existing conditions, and creating written project documents
Support Construction Management team in tracking construction progress, completing the permitting process, and overseeing contractors, consultants and vendors
Collaborate with property managers to track DOB, ECB, FDNY, and HPD violations
Support in responding to work delays, emergencies, and other problems as needed
Assist in preparing and managing leveling sheets for 3rd party consultants and subcontractors
Assist in the management of the project-based accounting process including reviewing and understanding requisitions and how to prepare project draws
Assist in monitoring project scope for changes affecting budget and / or schedule
Assist in conducting due diligence for new and prospective acquisitions
Attend and record minutes of project meetings
Essential Functions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work on multiple projects and handle confidential information
Ability to meet deadlines
Conduct site visits to obtain knowledge of possible issues or supervise contractors
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint
Position Qualifications
Pursuing a Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Finance, Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering or other relevant field required
Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, strong problem-solving skills, willingness to learn
Must have passion for the work we do
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
Full-Time; Monday Friday.
Travel
Position requires occasional travel within the metro New York City area
Work Environment
This job operates primarily in an office environment but will occasionally require travel offsite.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and converse with employees and community members; maintain a stationary position (standing or sitting), move / traverse, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms for extended periods.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
This is a largely sedentary role. The employee is occasionally required to push and pull items weighing 15 pounds or less.
The position requires the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Camber actively seeks to recruit and employ a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Affirmative Action
Camber is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Disclaimer
This job description in no way states or implies that this is an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions to be performed by the employee in this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. It does not limit the assignment of related duties not mentioned.
All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor / manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State laws). Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.
