Commercial Construction Internship

Job Description

About Company

United Contractor Services, LLC is highlighted as a leading Multi Craft Specialty Contractor. The company emphasizes a commitment to “building your future” together with its employees. It is part of “The United Family of Companies,” which operates as an equal opportunity employer, providing consideration for employment regardless of protected status such as veteran status, disability, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age.

Job Description, Detailed

This is an Commercial Construction Internship opportunity with United Contractor Services. The internship aims to provide a hands-on learning experience, enabling the intern to acquire practical knowledge and skills crucial for a career in commercial construction and project management.

What to Expect (Key Responsibilities and Learning Areas):

• Administrative Support:
• Documentation: Assisting with maintaining essential project documentation, including contracts, permits, and safety records.
• Communication: Helping facilitate communication between subcontractors and other relevant parties, such as general contractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Project Support:
• Scheduling: Assisting in the creation and ongoing maintenance of project schedules.
• Material Management: Supporting tasks related to ordering, tracking, and inventorying construction materials.
• Quality Control: Participating in quality control checks specifically to ensure that drywall installation meets specified standards and requirements.
• Fieldwork:
• Site Visits: Regularly visiting construction sites to observe progress firsthand and understand the practical aspects of drywall installation.
• Assisting Technicians: Providing direct support to experienced drywall installers with various tasks, including measuring, cutting, and installing drywall.
• Safety Compliance: Ensuring adherence to safety regulations on the job site, which involves participating in safety meetings and inspections.
• Learning and Development:
• Training: Participating in structured training sessions designed to educate interns on drywall installation techniques, construction safety protocols, project management principles, and other relevant topics.
• Mentorship: Working under the direct guidance of experienced professionals to gain practical insights and industry-specific knowledge.
• Technical Tasks:
• Blueprint Reading: Learning to effectively read and interpret construction blueprints and plans.
• Estimating: Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment required for projects.
• Software Use: Utilizing construction management software tools for various functions such as scheduling, budgeting, and comprehensive project tracking.
• Problem-Solving:
• Troubleshooting: Helping to identify and actively resolve issues that may arise during the construction process.
• Coordination: Coordinating effectively with different trades and subcontractors to ensure a smooth workflow and adherence to project timelines.

Qualifications:

• Current Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing a bachelors degree program in Construction Management.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrates strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Efficiency: Ability to prioritize work effectively to maximize efficiency.
• Valued Experience (Plus): Experience using PROCORE and/or Bluebeam software is considered a plus.

Additional Information:

Candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a drug test and background check in accordance with applicable laws. Submitting an application implies acknowledgment and agreement to these requirements. Providing false information may lead to the withdrawal of a job offer or termination of employment.