Construction Management Intern

Chief Construction

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Posted 7 months ago

Internship

Grand Island, Nebraska

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Smart Summary

The intern will collaborate with concrete and steel crews to learn about construction processes and assist project managers with scheduling and communication. They will also shadow project superintendents to gain insights into site management and subcontractor coordination.

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Job Description

Chief Construction is seeking a motivated and driven Construction Management Intern to join the Chief team. This Internship opportunity is designed for college students who have completed their junior year and are entering their senior year.  This internship will provide hands-on experience in various aspects of construction management, site coordination, subcontractor management, and project scheduling.   

Job Responsibilities:  

  • Collaborate with our concrete crew to learn and assist in the process of concrete construction, including forming, pouring, and finishing.
  • Work alongside our steel erection crew to understand and participate in the assembly and installation of structural steel components.
  • Shadow our experienced project superintendents to gain insight into managing construction sites, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget
  • Assist project managers in various tasks such as project scheduling, cost estimating, procurement, and client communication.
  • Participate in project meetings, site visits, and inspections to observe and learn from real-world construction scenarios. 
  • Support the construction team in maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements: 

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
  • Basic knowledge of construction methods, materials, and terminology is preferred but not required.
  • Completed junior year of college and entering senior year status.

The Company: 

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world. 

A division of Chief Industries, Chief Construction has been your premier construction company in the Midwest since 1954. As design/build, general contracting, and construction management specialists, we focus on the entire process from concept through completion. Our success in the commercial, industrial, manufacturing, and institutional buildings segments can be attributed to our years of experience and to the use of the latest technological advances in planning, design, engineering, specifications, and construction. 

**Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed. Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call 308-389-7200.** 

  

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Chief Construction

Chief Industries is a vibrant, multi-faceted company with corporate offices in Grand Island, NE, and divisions and subsidiaries around the globe. We’re committed to engineering lasting relationships, listening to our customers and aspiring to be the best in all we do.

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