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Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP · 6 hours ago

Construction Engineer - Intern

Richmond, VA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is a company focused on quality work and employees, seeking Construction Engineer Interns to assist in the construction management and inspection of various government projects in Virginia. The role involves applying engineering principles to solve construction problems and working under the supervision of licensed engineers.

Building MaterialConsultingLegalReal Estate

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include progressively increasing involvement in: construction management, including managing inspection services on project; contract management and administration; change management, including evaluation and negotiation of change orders; office engineering, including project records management and materials certification; inspection project elements and testing of materials; project controls, including CPM Scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting and risk management; and project close-out, including finalization of payments and documentation

Work performed under the supervision of a licensed engineer

Position includes working at client site(s) and construction project locations as assigned

Qualification

Civil EngineeringConstruction EngineeringConstruction InspectionProject ManagementMulti-taskingEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationPositive Attitude

Required

Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Construction Engineering or related field

Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others

Resume

A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript

This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions

Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces

Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles

Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing

Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time

Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 100 yards

Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip

Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document

Work from heights exceeding 6 feet

Must be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and components

Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future