Intern\Co-op

Intern/Co-op

Creature is an integrated design-build firm based in Birmingham, AL. Our focus is on developing a differentiated delivery platform that improves the lives of our employees and customers. We are focused on the delivery of facilities utilizing the Design, Manufacture, Construct (DMC) methodology. DMC replaces the century-old, siloed approach of the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Industry. A major component of our platform is our in-house Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing trades.

As an intern, you will be part of the team from day one and given training and tasks that are important and impactful to our projects' success. Our team is motivated to support our interns’ growth into well-rounded leaders. The interns work in a collaborative team environment under the leadership of the Project Managers and perform duties like an Assistant Project Manager while changing the landscape of the construction industry through thoughtful design and innovative building practices.

Job Description:

The responsibilities and job skills learned are primarily dependent upon the individual intern's drive, determination, and ability to learn and function on a multi-disciplinary project team. A typical day can range from assisting with generating an estimate, coordinating scheduled activities at the project site, and/or helping to come up with engineering solutions. A successful intern will learn how to estimate projects and scopes of work, work directly with vendors to purchase material and equipment, and support the field team and customer needs through scheduling and site logistics management. Experienced, successful interns will have the opportunity to run jobs from inception, through construction and final job closeout, under the guidance of their Project Manager.

Role Expectations:

• Interns will work hand in hand with various Project Managers to manage the general construction, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work.
• Interns will coordinate with vendors to schedule and procure material and equipment purchases for the various jobs.
• Interns will regularly update scheduling for project work multiple times over the course of the week.
• Interns will interface with our innovative production system.
• Interns will work with Project Managers to review project drawings and develop estimates and proposals.
• Interns will work with Project Managers to obtain, review, and if needed provide submittals for various projects.
• Interns will regularly survey project sites for adherence to Creature’s safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Interns will work with Project Managers daily to perform various tasks for multiple projects and service jobs, including generating POs, making sketches, as-builts, and performing take-offs, and developing closeout documentation.
  

Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics:

• Self-motivated and team-orientated
• Ability to use time productively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Must be a self-starter with ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Maintain a strong attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate across a diverse group of people (PMs, field staff, fabrication shops, vendors, subcontractors, customers, etc.)
  

This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while working on exciting projects that make a difference. We work fast and hard while maintaining high expectations for our work. If you are looking for a hands-on career with growth potential, join our team and be part of a forward-thinking approach to construction.

Candidates must be able to complete at least 12 weeks of full-time work. Students must be enrolled in an internship program at an accredited university majoring in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, MET, or Construction Management/Building Science. Candidates understand that they may be at the office in Birmingham, Alabama or be placed at a project anywhere in the Southeastern US.