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Summer Associate - LA/OC

clark
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/14/2025
The Summer Associate role provides you with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Clark organization and construction industry. With the full investment of Clark leaders and teams, you will develop a strong foundation in various aspects of construction, including project development, project management, field engineering and supervision, and business operations.

Responsibilities

We have opportunities in vertical and civil construction, electrical and foundations specialties, and more. While roles will vary based on your assigned department or jobsite, your assignments might include:

Project Delivery - Project Management 

Working in project management gives you an understanding of the day-to-day and long-term business and financial management associated with construction projects. Responsibilities include:

  • Financial Management - Review gross billings, track change orders and subcontractor requisitions 

  • Document Control - Managing the submittals, RFI, and material tracking  process 

  • Trade Partner Success - Become a trusted advisor to our subcontractors to plan for a successful field installation

Project Delivery - Field Management 

Working in field management will allow you to learn the building process, assist in laying the groundwork for projects and coordinate the sequence of work on a project site. Responsibilities include:

  • Quality Control and Safety - Monitoring trade workers with emphasis on quality of work and safety

  • Project Schedule - Assisting with schedule management and site logistics 

  • Critical Thinking - Resolving unforeseen challenges within installation, schedule, and trade partner coordination 

Project Development

Working in project development, you will learn how Clark acquires new work, develops strategies for meeting project goals and maintains relationships with clients. Departments within project development include budgeting, estimating, and purchasing. Responsibilities include: 

  • Budgeting - Reviewing initial contract documents, soliciting and providing preliminary evaluations of subcontractor bids

  • Estimating - Performing quantity takeoffs, preparing the overall bid proposal and quantify labor and material prices required for projects 

  • Purchasing - Collaborate to execute subcontractor agreements, review scope of work and manage relationships with the subcontractor community 

Basic Qualifications

  • Currently attending university and working to complete an undergraduate or masters degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field 

  • Genuine interest and passion for the construction industry

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and driven by challenge

  • Solution-oriented problem solver with a hands-on and team-oriented attitude

  • Able to manage multiple, competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence supervisors, peers, and external partners

Summer Associate Program Overview

Our summer associate program provides a realistic view of what it’s like to work at Clark through meaningful, hands-on experiences. Our goal is to provide you with countless opportunities for learning, growth, and career development, and we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience both professionally and personally. In addition to gaining valuable hands-on experience, you will have the opportunity to build relationships throughout the organization through activities such as socials, jobsite tours, community service, and company events.

The summer associate program is a full-time program (minimum of 40 hours per week) that starts in late May or early June and typically runs about 8-10 weeks in length. Summer Associates are eligible and encouraged to work overtime during their time at Clark. Clark offers positions at its offices and jobsites throughout the country.

Summer Associate Range: Clark offers a total compensation package. Benefits could include commuter benefits or fitness reimbursement. Hourly rates will be determined by factors such as geographic location, education, skills, experience, and market considerations.  For this role the hourly rate is $24-30/ hr.

Salary : $24 - $30

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