Company: The Christman Company Title: Estimating Engineer Intern – Summer 2027 Location: Irving, TX Posted Date: Posted Today Sidebar Info: Use the dropdown filters to sort our job openings to start your career search!
Job Description: The Christman CompanyJob Description:Build More with Your Career at ChristmanGet out of the classroom and Build More with your internship experience at The Christman Company! Our internship program provides undergraduate students opportunities to learn about different building types and delivery methods while gaining on-the-job experience in the various markets we build in.The Christman Company is looking for Estimating Engineer Interns for the upcoming Summer Internship Program in our Dallas, Texas region!What You Will Do:As an Estimating Engineer Intern, primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but not limited to:Read and interpret drawings and project specificationsSurvey/quantify materials from drawingsDevelop knowledge of 2D On-Screen Takeoff/3D QTO technologies and our estimating platformOrganize quantity takeoffs for ease of auditEstimate interiorsLearn basic structural/civil estimating at Design Development /Construction level drawingsContact/follow-up with trade contractors/suppliers for pricingUtilize the latest collaboration software for document control and distributionDevelop knowledge of construction pricingMake recommendations for software upgradesMake recommendations for database pricing changesBecome familiar with the project's mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, how they interact with the architecture and support the function of a building.Participate in active project site visits. Experience in-progress construction processes and apply that knowledge in the planning effort.Virtual Design & Construction (BIM) concentration: assist the project planning team develop 4D models, Facility Asset Management Models, and utilize Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologiesWhat You Will Bring to the Team:Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:Active, full-time Sophomore-Senior level student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.Minimum 3.0 GPAPreferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:Previous work or internship experience in the commercial construction industry.Shows participation and/or leadership roles in student organizations or extracurricular club activities. The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.
About The Christman Company
The Christman Company provides construction management and general contracting services. Founded in 1894, the firm operates out of Lansing, Michigan. It maintains 8 offices across the country to serve clients in sectors such as healthcare, government, education, and industrial power. The company employs 622 people.
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