Project Manager Intern

Posted 3 Days Ago
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2 Locations
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The Role
Supports construction project managers with planning, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, progress reporting, team coordination, compliance monitoring, risk tracking, field and office coordination, and safety protocols. The intern collaborates with clients, design teams, subcontractors, vendors, and project crews while gaining hands-on project management experience through mentorship and academic-compatible part-time work.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Project Manager Intern to join our team. This position is an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain hands-on experience in construction project management while balancing their academic commitments. As a part-time student worker, you will work alongside experienced project managers, learn valuable skills, and contribute to the successful delivery of our projects from conception to completion.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Project Planning: Assist project managers with scheduling, budgeting, and quality control tasks across active construction projects.
  • Track Progress: Help develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and progress reports.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Work with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors to support project success.
  • Ensure Compliance: Assist in monitoring project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with Risk Management: Help identify and track project risks, and support the implementation of mitigation strategies.
  • Support Field and Office Coordination: Collaborate with project teams and crew members to keep tasks moving effectively and efficiently.
  • Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines to help maintain a safe work environment.
  • Learn and Develop Skills: Take advantage of mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities to build project management knowledge and skills.
     

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or university program in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to follow instructions, manage multiple tasks, and work well as part of a team.
  • Basic knowledge of project management concepts (scheduling, budgeting) is a plus but not required.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Punctuality and reliability are essential.
     

Duration
Typically May–August
 

Compensation

  • Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Opportunity for skill development and mentorship, with potential for advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Skills Required

  • Currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or university program in engineering, construction management, or a related field
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Willingness to learn
  • Ability to follow instructions and manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Basic knowledge of project management concepts, including scheduling and budgeting
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The Company
HQ: Columbia, MO
1,400 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Emery Sapp & Sons is a 100% employee-owned heavy civil contractor specializing in infrastructure projects such as excavation, grading, underground utilities, and bridge construction.

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