Co-op/Internship (Independence Construction)

Job Description

At Independence Construction, we are expanding our operations and seeking passionate individuals to join our team as Co-ops or Interns. Our company is one of the largest CM businesses headquartered in Northeast Ohio, offering self-perform services through affiliated companies and an owner's approach to projects.

We Believe In:
PEOPLE:

• Providing a safe, family-oriented environment.
• Commitment to integrity.
• Protecting our most valuable assets.

PERFORMANCE:

• Delivering the highest quality results.
• Finding solutions to challenges.
• Providing value to our partners.

COMMUNITY:

• Positively impacting the communities we serve.
• Giving back to the community.
• Leaving the world a better place than we found it.

Responsibilities:

• Estimating:
  • Develop quantity take-offs based on project plans.
  • Review subcontractor quotations.
  • Review project plans and specifications.
  • Assist in subcontractor solicitations for proposals.
  • Attend and host project walk-throughs.
• Assistant Engineer:
  • Update field office drawings as needed.
  • Assist in running and documenting weekly project meetings.
  • Work with field personnel on daily safety inspections.
  • Assist in managing RFI process.
  • Work with subcontractors on schedule updates.
  • Assist in the management of change orders.
  • Research and estimate costs relating to work orders/change orders.
  • Report development and updates.
• Assistant Superintendent or Field Engineer:
  • Assist in running field foreman meetings and toolbox talks.
  • Make weekly look-ahead and monthly baseline schedule updates.
  • Generate daily safety inspections and write-ups.
  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors' location and timing of work.
  • Assist in managing submittals and shop drawings.
  • Assist in gathering field conditions information for RFI's/issues.
  • Assist in resolving field logistics issues.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a 2 or 4-year university pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strongly encouraged that students who intern with Independence Construction plan to do so for at least 2 terms.
• Co-ops/Interns are required to work 40 hour weeks, preferably when the student is taking a semester away from school.
• A degree of travel is required for the internship.

Available Positions:We are currently looking to fill Co-op/Internship positions for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Semesters.