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Construction Management Summer Intern 2026

FCL BUILDERS
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POSITION OBJECTIVE: 

FCL Builders is an employee-owned and operated industrial and commercial design-builder and general contractor. We are a full-service solutions provider specializing in eCommerce, Manufacturing, Cold Storage, Data Centers, Warehousing and Distribution, Food Processing, and Life Sciences.

Our 10-week Internship Program is designed to provide an overview of the industrial construction management process. Interns will rotate through several departments, including Pre-Construction, Production, and Field Operations. In addition to hands-on experience, interns will participate in virtual training sessions throughout the program and receive professional development and mentorship through bi-weekly meetings.

10-Week Program Rotation and Expectations 

PRE-CONSTRUCTION 

During this rotation, you will learn:

  • The proposal and budgeting preparation process
  • Basic pre-construction and estimating procedures
  • Design-build vs. plan-spec distinctions
  • The principles of “Operational Excellence” and FCL procedures
  • Drawing review and interpretation
  • Conceptual estimating using the design-build approach
  • Subcontractor scope review and bid clarification
  • Quantity takeoffs
  • Detailed breakdowns and unit conversions (e.g., linear feet, square feet, square yards, cubic yards)
  • The importance of subcontractor communication
  • Follow-up procedures and communication during the bidding process
  • Scope clarification, including schedules, phases, and project timing

PRODUCTION

During this rotation, you will learn:

  • Plan review and scope identification
  • Bidding and buyout phases, including bid analysis
    • Verifying and updating scope clarifications between estimating and current documents
  • Evaluating qualifications and selecting subcontractors
  • The design-build subcontractor process (e.g., MEP systems)
  • The permit submittal process (documents and applications)
  • Scheduling: process, flow, durations, and realistic timelines based on subcontractor feedback
  • Project documentation aligned with Operational Excellence
  • Project closeout procedures

FIELD OPERATIONS

During this rotation, you will learn:

  • Onsite drawing and plan review
  • Onsite pre-construction meeting with trades
  • Job safety
    • PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) protocols
    • Daily inspections
    • Audits
    • Safety walk reviews
  • Toolbox talks daily with subcontractors
  • Daily site review walks
  • Meeting minutes from subcontractor meetings
  • Document tracking - Operational excellence
  • Closeout and closeout process

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL

REQUIRED:

  • Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program in Construction Management, or related field
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Solid mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective time management and task prioritization

PREFERRED:

  • Knowledge in the following software: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CMiC, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to move around construction sites and office environments
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather and tolerate high noise levels during site visits

 

FCL Builders is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.  All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.  FCL Builders participates in E-Verify, click here to view the Right to Work Poster.