About the role#
Rycon Construction offers a paid, full-time internship opportunity based in Pennsylvania. This role is on-site and follows a rolling term, providing exposure to construction management and general contracting operations.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the estimating, marketing, and operations departments.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
- Assist the team in developing estimates and responding to bids for new and existing clients.
- Communicate with trade subcontractors via phone and email for scope and proposal reviews.
- Perform quantity take-offs and develop scopes of work using drawings and specifications.
- Participate in in-person and on-site meetings.
- Handle additional tasks as needed to support operations and estimating staff.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a relevant degree program, such as Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational habits.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to drive for work purposes.
- Familiarity with construction software like AutoCAD or Bluebeam is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Pennsylvania, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Rycon Construction
Rycon Construction is an employee-owned firm founded in 1989. Based in Pittsburgh, the company provides general contracting, design-build, and program management services across the United States. It maintains nine offices and employs 636 people. The firm manages projects ranging from large developments to interior fit-outs across sectors like healthcare, industrial, and retail.
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