What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship-Construction Management position at Precision General Commercial Contractors, Inc.?
Field Project Intern-Part Time Role
Role: Project Intern
Company: Precision General Commercial Contractors
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Hours:18-22 hours per week.
Reports to: Regional VP/ Project Manager(s)
Status: Non-Exempt
summary
Our Construction Management Interns are responsible for assisting the project management and construction team via creation and support of matrices for submittals, RFI's, and through document control of closeouts for jobs. Interns are expected to maintain positive and effective working relationships with both internal and external members of the Project Team and support departments.
key responsibilities
- Take directions from the Project Manager(s), who is overseeing project(s) to which you are assigned.
- Make sure all work has positive effect on the Quality, Safety, Timeliness and PGCC costs.
- Work with subcontractors to:
- Work on RFIs
- obtain proposals
- help define/clarify scopes of work, review submittals
- review schedule and update as directed
- schedule and oversee progress of work
- encourage subcontractors to complete their work quickly and according to specifications
- ensure that subcontractors comply with all OSHA and safety standards
- Track completed work at assigned project(s).
- Understand and work on scheduling with Microsoft Project.
- Communicate with site management as to progress of work and notices.
- Do "hands-on" work at the site as needed and/or assigned to you.
- Work with suppliers to:
- order needed supplies (using purchase order numbers)
- follow-up on order materials (ordered by PGCC or subcontractors)
- Assist with the completion of weekly reports and submit to Project Manager(s) by Monday of each week.
- Utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute, track and update to manage all project documentation.
- Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs with the support and direction from a Project Executive, SPM, PM, or PE.
qualifications & experience
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree (or Higher) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or any other related field.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
knowledge & skills
- Ability to read and comprehend drawings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to build strong interpersonal relationships.
- Able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize subcontractor performance.
- A thorough comprehension of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and the impact that they can have on a project.
- Strong computer skills as well as a familiarity with the programs offered by Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with MS Project, Adobe PDF Editor/Bluebeam, Pro Core are desired but not required.
physical demands
- Ability to remain in a seated position for most of the day while in home office (between 70% -100% of work time) operating a computer, phone and other office equipment i.e., a copier and computer printer (between 70% -100% of work time)
- Ability to lift or move supplies, equipment, boxes, documents and materials weighing up to 25 lbs (occasionally heavier than 25 lbs) in office suites and/or at work sites (i.e. vendor sites, client sites, etc.)
- Must be able to communicate via phone, email, and in-person with colleagues and professional contacts (i.e. vendors, support service providers, etc.) for most of the day (between 70% -100% of work time)
Additional Eligibility Criteria
- Regular communication with internal and external constituents is required, including occasionally outside of regular working hours.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction and/or company sponsorship.
Working Conditions & Environment
- Must be able to commute as required from home to job-site locations located within a 30-mile radius from home as required. Reference employee handbook regarding mileage reimbursement.
Disclaimer
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties above are not to be considered a complete list of duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Temporary modifications to provide reasonable accommodation do not waive any essential functions of the job requirements.
Salary : $20 - $22
