Project Engineer Intern

Job Title: Project Engineer Intern

Location: Phoenix

Company: Cannon & Wendt

Job Type: Internship

Job Summary:

• Our Project Engineer Intern is responsible performing tasks to assist the Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, and/or Project Engineer on a project or multiple projects to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Essential Functions:

• Assist to plan and organize a project.
• Assist in preparing project estimates, scope letters and presentation of proposals to clients.
• Interact with vendors.
• Assist in the preparation of change orders.
• Maintain all logs required to track the progress of the project.
• Monitor construction activities in conjunction with the onsite Foreman and General Superintendent to ensure project is being built on schedule and within budgets.
• Assist in the preparation of change quotations for presentation to the client. Negotiate all change quotations to a conclusion.
• The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to those listed above and other duties may be assigned.

Education:

• Enrollment in a university level Construction Management program or other related discipline preferred. Can be a combination of training, education and relevant work experience that is equivalent.

Experience:

• Preferred experience in electrical contracting / construction field.
• Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment, and methods required.
• Experience in taking direction and performs tasks.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Tactful and has professional demeanor, and ability to interact effectively with managers, employees, vendors, and others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational, record-keeping and follow-up skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be initiative-taking, and an effective collaborator.
• Ability to understand and follow standard operating policies and procedures.