Project Engineer Interns assist with managing large design-build construction projects from concept through closeout. Responsibilities include coordinating with architects, engineers, planners, clients, and subcontractors; managing design schedules, budgets, forecasts, costs, and project execution; and supporting senior project managers. The role requires nationwide travel, job-site mobility, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and familiarity with construction practices.
About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
As a Project Engineer Intern you will have the opportunity to travel the country building large complicated iconic design-build projects $30 million and above. In this role you will be part of a team responsible for taking projects from conceptual stages through closeout.
The Specifics of the Role
- Build client and subcontractor relationships.
- Team with Architects, Engineers, and Planners to create and manage a design schedule.
- Assist in the establishment of project forecasts and budgets.
- Manage costs.
- Accept responsibility for project execution.
Requirements
- Must be actively enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited University.
- General knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals.
- Experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work is a plus.
- Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency.
- Successful internships or Project Engineering experience on projects of at least $5 million (design-build preferred) is a plus.
- A solid understanding of the company's Safety-First philosophy and practice.
- Highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment.
- Capable to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.
- In this role you will assist senior project management team members in managing construction projects.
- You will be expected to provide guidance and leadership.
Some Things You Should Know
- Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast!
- This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
Why Clayco?
- 2024 Best Places to Work – Crain’s Chicago Business, St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2024 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
- 2024 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2024 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 5).
Compensation
- Intern Hourly Pay Range: $21.00-$25.00 per hour based on expected college graduation month/year.
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