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Construction Management Summer Intern

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’re 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 has been designed to provide an overview of the industrial construction management process.  Students will work in several departments throughout the course of the internship including pre-construction, production, and field/superintendent. In conjunction with the rotation, FCL provides virtual training throughout the 10-weeks to gain professional development and bi-weekly mentorship meetings. 

 

10-WEEK PROGRAM POSITION OBJECTIVES:

PRE-CONSTRUCTION 

During this rotation, you will learn:

  • The proposal and budgeting preparation process
  • Basic pre-construction and estimating process
  • Design-build vs. plan-spec
  • An understanding of why we practice “Operational Excellence” and FCL procedures.
  • Drawing review
  • Conceptual estimating - design-build approach
  • Subcontractor scope review - bid clarification.
  • Quantity takeoffs
  • Detailed breakdowns/conversations - i.e. linear feet, square feet, square yards, cubic yards, etc.
  • The importance of subcontractor communication
    • Follow up and communication on bid
    • Scope questions - schedules, phases, project timing

PRODUCTION

During this rotation, you will learn:

  • Plan review - identify scopes
  • Bidding/buyout phase - bid analysis
    • Verify and update scope clarifications from estimating to current documents
  • Understanding the factors of qualification in selecting Subcontractors
  • Design-build subcontractors - MEP process
  • Permit submittal process (documents, applications)
  • Schedules - process, flow, durations: Realism with subcontractor feedback
  • Project documentation - Operational excellence
  • Closeout and closeout process

FIELD OPERATIONS

During this rotation, you will learn:

  • Drawing and plan reviews onsite
  • Onsite pre-construction meeting with trades
  • Job safety
    • PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
    • 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 SKILLS:

REQUIRED:

  • Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Effective communicate communication skills
  • Mathematical skills, including application and use in problem solving.
  • Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks

PREFERRED:

  • Knowledge in the following computer applications: Microsoft Office Applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CMIC, Bluebeam and Microsoft Project

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Mobility on and around construction sites and inside the office.
  • Works in inclement weather/high noise level at times during site visits.
  • Work at a desk or computer screen with keyboard for extended periods of time.

 

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.