BuildLabs · 5 hours ago
Paid Summer Internship - Preconstruction, Estimation & Procurement
BuildLabs is a luxury residential construction firm specializing in exceptional, high-end custom homes. The Paid Summer Internship in Preconstruction, Estimation, and Procurement provides hands-on exposure to the planning, budgeting, pricing, and material coordination that occur before construction begins.
Construction
Responsibilities
Assist with quantity takeoffs from architectural and engineering drawings
Support the preparation of detailed cost estimates and preconstruction budgets
Assist with procurement activities, including material pricing, vendor coordination, and quote tracking
Help organize and compare vendor and subcontractor bids and proposals
Support purchase order preparation and material tracking under team guidance
Maintain organized digital files for estimates, drawings, specifications, and procurement records
Participate in internal coordination meetings with design, estimating, procurement, and operations teams
Gain exposure to how design decisions, lead times, and material selections impact cost and schedule
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfortable working with drawings, spreadsheets, and cost data
Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
Ability to communicate professionally with internal teams and external vendors
Benefits
Hands-on exposure to preconstruction planning, estimating, and procurement workflows
Practical experience coordinating pricing, vendor selection, and material planning
Insight into how procurement and lead times influence construction schedules and budgets
Mentorship from experienced construction, estimation, and procurement professionals
A strong foundation for careers in construction management, estimating, or procurement
Company
BuildLabs
BuildLabs is a custom building and general contracting company that provides a completely integrated project and construction management service for those building houses or large-scale commercial/retail projects in the Hamptons, Long Island or New York City Whether we’re contracted to build a luxury home or a stadium, our level of commitment and detail is the same.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase