Construction Intern

Job Description

About Grunley

Grunley is an award-winning, full-service construction firm specializing in complex, high-profile projects for both public and private sector clients. Headquartered in the Washington metropolitan area, Grunley’s expertise encompasses building new facilities as well as additions, renovations, restorations, and modernizations. They work on a diverse range of large-scale commercial, institutional, and government buildings, including:

• Office buildings
• Multi-family residential facilities
• Universities/schools
• Courthouses
• Laboratories
• Performing arts centers
• Embassies
• Monuments
• Museums

Grunley is a financially robust company, boasting annual revenues in excess of $560 million and a bonding capacity of $1.5 billion aggregate.

Company Culture & Intern Experience

Grunley places a strong emphasis on work/life balance. For interns, this translates into a comprehensive experience that combines professional development with engaging social activities:

• Professional Growth: Interns are exposed to various opportunities for on-the-job learning, expanding their classroom and textbook knowledge within a real-world construction environment.
• Social & Networking Opportunities: The intern program features a vibrant social component, including:
• Weekly intramural softball games
• A company-sponsored Nationals baseball game
• Organized job site tours
• Mentor/mentee events held in the city
• Intern-Led Initiatives: Intern teams are encouraged to organize their own events, often with support from full-time employees. Past highlights have included rafting, hiking, beach trips, and amusement park weekends, fostering camaraderie and team building.

About the Job: Intern Position

This intern position is designed to provide comprehensive support to both project management and superintendent teams within Grunley’s construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

The intern will be involved in a wide array of tasks crucial to project execution and oversight, including:

• Meeting & Documentation:
• Attending project meetings and accurately recording minutes.
• Site Management & Monitoring:
• Surveying and laying out job sites.
• Verifying field dimensions for accuracy.
• Regularly walking job sites to monitor progress.
• Monitoring the project for unsafe conditions, contributing to site safety.
• Taking site-work progress photos to document milestones.
• Preparing daily reports and documenting manpower counts.
• Updating record drawings to reflect changes and progress.
• Technical & Administrative Support:
• Preparing, reviewing, and marking up submittals and shop drawings.
• Preparing work plans and outage requests.
• Assisting with subcontractor coordination.
• Assisting with CPM (Critical Path Method) schedule updates.
• Assisting with LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) submittals and tracking.
• Processing RFIs (Requests for Information).
• Procuring and tracking materials.
• Financial & Procurement Assistance:
• Assisting with subcontractor buy-out processes.
• Assisting with estimating take-offs.
• Assisting with cost proposal preparation.
• Professional Development:
• Attending company training seminars to enhance skills and knowledge.

Requirements:

• Required Education: Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: The hourly rate for this role ranges from $21.00 to $25.00.
• Housing: A housing allowance will be considered for eligible interns.

Accommodation:

Grunley is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests during the employment process, please contact hr@grunley.com or call 240-399-6162, providing details of your request and contact information. These requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis.