Posted 24 days ago
Project Engineer - Internship, Denver
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Assists the Project Engineer, Project Manager, and Superintendent with day-to-day construction project management, including safety enforcement, documentation, and team coordination.
About this role
Overview
At Brinkmann Constructors, we don't just build buildings - we build careers. It’s unique perspectives, eagerness to learn, and passion for construction that we look for in our interns. By joining our Build program, you can push the boundaries of your career while gaining hands-on experience. Together, let's build a future we can be proud of and make a difference, one construction project at a time. Our purpose is people. Our passion is building.
Responsibilities
Brinkmann Project Engineer Interns are responsible for assisting the Project Engineer, Project Manager, and Superintendent in all aspects of the day-to-day management of a construction project.
- Collaborate with project team to support assigned construction project.
- Complete assigned day-to-day work independently, seeking guidance and support when necessary.
- Execute and enforce safety standards, processes, and procedures.
- Maintain professional and positive relationships with project team, subcontractors, and clients.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
- Participate in Brinkmann BUILD program events, trainings, jobsite visits and mock bid.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Working toward a bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, architectural or construction) or construction management.
- General knowledge of construction principles/practices.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
- Ability to understand and solve complex challenges in order to present alternative solution(s).
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
- Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office suite.
- Key success factors include passion for the construction industry, self-motivated, strong work ethic, time-management, organized, detail-oriented and creative.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior internship or work experience in the construction industry.
Working Conditions:
- The project engineer intern’s work is primarily performed indoors out of a main office or field office at the construction site; occasionally outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Light physical effort is required, including the handling of objects up to 25 pounds and some standing, walking, sitting, talking and/or hearing.
Hourly pay for this position is $25/hr
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