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Your role

Position Description:

Assist in day-to-day supervised activities related to the development of a construction project to build foundational knowledge in construction management, business and project financial management, project safety protocols, subcontractor relationships, quality control, and project coordination and lifecycle. Where applicable, your assignment will support learning that applies to earning educational credits.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

Depending on business need and location, the Intern/Co-Op will be supervised and assigned to work at an active construction project site, in a department located at a main office working in one of their many construction specialties.

• Support project team with meeting coordination, material tracking, file management, document control, and progress reporting.
• Comprehend and follow the project site signage and supervisor instructions as directed.
• Provide progress reports to supervisor and be receptive to learning about construction management.
• Relate and apply knowledge acquired in the academic setting to work activities.
• Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Participate in training, meetings, and orientation.
• Comply with safety protocols, follow safety expectations, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned. Based on the assignment, the following activities may be performed (longer-term assignments may gain more in-depth experience and exposure):
  • Assist with project start-up activities and provide support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
  • Assist with collection and review of information and approvals for processing shop drawings, submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
  • Assist with preparation and distribution of information for contract requirements to appropriate parties.
  • Assist with preparation of estimates for changes in work from subcontractors.
  • Attend project site visits to observe and document construction field activities.
  • Assist with preparation of and conduct correspondence and communication as directed to Architects, Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors in connection with performing their assigned trades.
  • Assist with communication to Trades and subcontractors to understand and track job schedules.
  • Assist with monitoring contractor compliance with Turner’s safety program, as directed.
  • Assist with preparation of quantity take-offs and studies for project items using either traditional or computer-aided programs, learning and discussing details necessary to complete project.
  • Request and distribute subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work to assemble proposals for the delivery system.
  • Assist with project close out preparations.

About you

Qualifications:

• Enrolled and actively pursuing college or university-accredited degree program or enrolled in a Co-op program, recommended majors include and are not limited to Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or another related field of study, and at minimum 1 year of completed education, and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must be 18 years of age, to work at a construction project site
• Desire to work in construction management and to learn about the construction industry
• Commitment to work standard business hours and overtime as determined by assignment
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement
• Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills, in the English language required
• Ability to read and comprehend written information
• Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and participate
• Able to work independently, with direction and supervision, and in a team environment
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Core Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Care
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Adoption/Surrogacy Benefit
  • Virtual Mental and Physical Health Visits through Doctors on Demand
  • Personal Healthcare Advisor
  • Inclusive Health Communities for LGBTQ+ Care
• Your Security
  • Voluntary Legal Plan
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, including maternity leave
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness
  • Healthy Me, Healthy Mind Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Quit for Life
  • Healthy Lifestyles Program
• Time Off
  • Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Wellness/Sick Time
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Military Leave
• Additional Programs
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • College/University Gift Matching Program
  • Community Support Program

Training & Development

At Turner, continuous learning is deeply rooted in their culture. Through formal learning programs, on-the-job training, and informal knowledge-sharing systems, all team members have opportunities to pursue more knowledge and grow their skills. Turner University, their formal online learning system, offers over 300 courses on topics ranging from technical training to interpersonal skills and leadership development. The Turner Knowledge Network (TKN) provides resources such as playbooks, examples, and templates for everyday work. Formal and informal learning opportunities continue to grow their staff. At Turner, being a continuous learner is at the core of who they are as a company.

Career Progression

Every year, at Turner, they pride themselves on hiring the best and brightest through their university and professional association partnerships. After graduation, you can apply for their entry-level roles, where you'll have the opportunity to work with people who share your passion for solving challenging problems and making a difference. You'll collaborate with industry leaders and receive the training, mentorship, and experiences needed to build a meaningful career at the company.

Source

• turnerconstruction.com/careers
• turnerconstruction.com/careers/campus-recruits
• youtube.com/@TurnerConstructionCo