Job Title: Field Operations Intern
Employment Type: Intern
Division: Field Operations
Department: Field Operations
Work Schedule: Full-time/40-hours - In Person
Salary Range: $23 - $28/hour
The Field Operations Intern supports Superintendents and Project Managers by assisting with safety program administration, quantity tracking, schedule analysis, and job site documentation. This role offers hands-on experience in field coordination, schedule management, and construction quality within a dynamic construction environment.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Support the administration of the project safety program to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
- Provide technical assistance by interpreting contract drawings, submittals, and project documentation.
- Assist the assistant superintendent, superintendent, and project manager with daily and weekly activities, including preparing daily reports, conducting safety walks, compiling quantity reports, and updating project schedules.
- Develop a clear understanding of the overall project schedule, including critical path analysis.
- Review and contribute to the short-term planning process to ensure project milestones are met.
- Participate in the quality assurance program by attending meetings, performing site inspections, and verifying materials for compliance with project specifications.
- Coordinate subcontractor activities to support adherence to project timelines and safety requirements.
- Maintain project documentation such as daily logs, RFIs, and submittal tracking to support effective communication and record-keeping.
- Monitor onsite material deliveries and inventory to facilitate uninterrupted project progress.
- Participate in project team meetings, communicating updates, challenges, and potential solutions.
- Observe and report site conditions that could impact schedule, cost, or safety.
- Utilize construction management software and tools to accurately track and update project information.
Key Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey information and coordinate with team members, clients, and subcontractors.
- Demonstrated interest in construction management and the construction industry.
- Proactive problem-solving abilities with an analytical mindset and excellent attention to detail for tracking schedules, quantities, and quality inspections.
- Effective time management and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills to manage project documentation and communications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within team environments.
- Adaptable and eager to learn, with a team-oriented approach to support multiple stakeholders and address site challenges proactively.
Required Experience
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; preference for Civil Engineering or construction-focused programs.
- Basic knowledge of construction site safety standards, practices, and protocols.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) with aptitude for learning construction management software.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, submittals, and technical documents.
- Strong organizational skills for managing documentation and reporting.
- Basic understanding of construction scheduling, including critical path method (CPM) concepts.