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The Christman Company ยท 1 month ago

Estimating Intern (Summer 2026)

positionGrand Rapids, MI
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

The Christman Company is looking for Estimating Engineer Interns for the upcoming Summer Internship Program. This internship offers hands-on experience in project planning and estimating while supporting the preconstruction team and interfacing with the Operations team.

CommercialConstructionReal Estate

Responsibilities

Read and interpret drawings and project specifications
Survey/quantify materials from drawings
Develop knowledge of 2D On-Screen Takeoff/3D QTO technologies and our estimating platform
Organize quantity takeoffs for ease of audit
Estimate interiors
Learn basic structural/civil estimating at Design Development /Construction level drawings
Contact/follow-up with trade contractors/suppliers for pricing
Utilize the latest collaboration software for document control and distribution
Develop knowledge of construction pricing
Make recommendations for software upgrades
Make recommendations for database pricing changes
Become 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) technologies

Qualification

2D On-Screen Takeoff3D QTO technologiesConstruction pricingEstimating platformProject planningLeadership rolesTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Read and interpret drawings and project specifications
Survey/quantify materials from drawings
Develop knowledge of 2D On-Screen Takeoff/3D QTO technologies and our estimating platform
Organize quantity takeoffs for ease of audit
Estimate interiors
Learn basic structural/civil estimating at Design Development /Construction level drawings
Contact/follow-up with trade contractors/suppliers for pricing
Utilize the latest collaboration software for document control and distribution
Develop knowledge of construction pricing
Make recommendations for software upgrades
Make recommendations for database pricing changes
Become 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) technologies

Preferred

Active, full-time Sophomore-Senior level student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in civil/mechanical/electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field of study
Previous work or internship experience in the commercial construction industry
3.0 GPA or above
Shows participation and/or leadership roles in student organizations or extracurricular club activities

Company

The Christman Company

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The Christman Company offers concrete, carpentry, restoration, timber installation, demolition, and other civil and site work services.
dateFounded in 1894
location
Lansing, Michigan, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.christmanconstructors.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Steven Roznowski
CEO
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