FlatironDragados · 15 hours ago
Faculty Internship Program
Selma, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Senior Level
$50/hr - $67/hrFlatironDragados is seeking a Senior Project Specialist – Faculty to provide university civil engineering or construction management instructors with hands-on exposure to major heavy civil construction projects. The role involves engaging with project teams and participating in various engineering activities to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world construction practices.
Civil EngineeringConstructionInfrastructureProperty Development
Responsibilities
Participate in project engineering activities including production reviews, schedule updates, and technical discussions with engineering and construction teams
Observe construction operations to build understanding of field processes, risk identification, sequencing, equipment utilization, and quality requirements
Review shop drawings, design specifications, and project documentation to understand real-world application of classroom concepts
Support project staff with collecting and reviewing cost, quantity, and schedule data
Assist with preparing or evaluating three-week look-ahead schedules
Engage with project teams to understand contract requirements, safety protocols, environmental compliance, and construction quality assurance/control practices
Participate in the RFI process and learn how design clarifications are managed
Attend owner meetings, subcontractor coordination sessions, and project briefings as appropriate
Collaborate with estimating, operations, quality, and safety personnel to understand their roles and how they integrate into overall project delivery
Participate in field tours and job hazard analysis (JHA) reviews to gain exposure to real-world safety management practices
Qualification
Required
Current university/college instructor or professor in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction management, or closely related discipline
Foundational understanding of civil engineering principles, with interest in heavy civil construction processes (bridges, highways, rail, water infrastructure, marine structures, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a project-based team environment
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Interest in bringing industry learnings back into the classroom and curriculum
Ability to work on active construction sites and adapt to outdoor field conditions
Ability to meet project site safety requirements and participate in construction field activities
Valid driver's license
Preferred
Graduate degree in civil engineering or related field
Benefits
Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company
FlatironDragados
FlatironDragados is a construction company that specializes in civil engineering, infrastructure development, and project execution.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase