Fall 2026 Co-op

Job Description

About Messer Construction Co.

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning, employee-owned construction manager and general contractor renowned for its leadership in complex commercial building projects. Established in 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer has grown to become one of the nation’s premier builders in the healthcare and higher education sectors.

With a significant footprint across the Midwest and Southeast, Messer operates eleven regional offices in: Greenville, South Carolina; Raleigh & Charlotte, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton Ohio; Louisville and Lexington Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee. The company’s commitment to building better communities stems from its employees living and working in these regions.

Fall 2026 Co-op Opportunity

Our Dayton region is actively seeking a highly motivated individual for a Fall 2026 Co-op position.

What You Will Do (Responsibilities)

The responsibilities for this co-op role are dynamic and will vary based on the specific project, but generally include:

• Trade Subcontractor Coordination: Managing the workforce coordination for Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Fire Protection, and Building Controls trade subcontractors.
• Cost Management: Performing quantity surveying and cost estimating specifically for Mechanical and Electrical work.
• Submittal Review: Reviewing Mechanical and Electrical equipment and product submittals to ensure content accuracy and compliance.
• Installation Evaluation: Assessing the quality of Mechanical and Electrical Systems installations and monitoring their progress against project schedules.
• System Management: Overseeing the start-up and commissioning processes for Mechanical and Electrical Systems.
• Project Controls Support: Providing input for project scheduling, cost reporting, and other Project Management (PM) solutions.
• Quality Control: Ensuring quality control across Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Fire Protection, and Building Controls systems.
• Software Proficiency: Utilizing Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Technology Use: Gaining experience working with an iPad for project-related tasks.

What You Will Bring (Qualifications)

• Education: Must be actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology is strongly preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels within the organization.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Immigration Sponsorship: Messer Construction Co. does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Candidates requiring employer immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.

Why Choose Messer?

At Messer Construction Co., your decisions profoundly impact your career trajectory. Since 1932, and as an employee-owned company since 1990, Messer builds not just projects but careers that leave a lasting positive impact on our communities. We foster an environment of collaboration and growth, providing opportunities for determined individuals to build something truly great together.

Employment Policies

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successfully completing and passing a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.