About the role#
Sundt Construction is seeking students for a Building Group Internship focused on Estimating. This role provides hands-on experience in the preconstruction phase of projects. You will work directly with our Preconstruction and Operations teams to support project planning and execution. This is a full-time, paid internship based in Irvine, California.
What you'll do#
- Aid in preparing proposals and presentations for potential clients.
- Assist in analyzing subcontractor bids and vendor proposals to meet project requirements.
- Prepare and assemble bid packages, ensuring all documents and specifications are included.
- Attend and contribute to preconstruction meetings, take notes, and handle follow-up tasks.
- Organize and maintain project documents, including plans, specifications, and addendums.
- Participate in site visits to understand project conditions.
- Support the estimating team with quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and bid package preparation.
- Use modeling software like Revit or Navisworks to develop quantities.
- Collaborate with operational leads and estimators to ensure preconstruction activities are completed accurately and on time.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Interest in a construction career with a builder.
- Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for the duration of a shift.
Location & details#
- Location: Irvine, CA
- Type: Full-time, on-site
- Term: Rolling
About Sundt Construction
Sundt Construction is a general contractor founded in 1890. Based in Tempe, Arizona, the company employs nearly 3,000 people. It provides construction management, design-build, and pre-construction services across the United States. The firm maintains the capability to self-perform heavy civil and concrete work.
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