About the role#
As an intern at Fortis Construction, you will work on-site and take on responsibilities similar to a Project Engineer. You will serve as a primary contact for your assigned scopes, managing them from initial drawings through to final turnover. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience while shadowing different positions across the jobsite.
What you'll do#
- Act as a liaison between subcontractors, the design team, inspectors, and the project manager.
- Manage specific project scopes, including procurement, document control, submittals, and RFIs.
- Handle change order management and contract administration.
- Perform safety audits and assist with field coordination.
- Resolve project issues as they arise.
- Walk project sites and travel between company and client locations as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a college student.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Strong organizational skills and technical ability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A high level of integrity, accuracy, and dependability.
- Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Fortis Construction, Inc.
Fortis Construction is a general contractor founded in 2003. The company is employee-owned and maintains offices in Oregon and Utah. It serves clients in sectors such as data centers, healthcare, education, and commercial building. With 501 to 1,000 employees, the firm manages projects across multiple states and internationally.
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