Project Management Internship (Summer 2017)
Walsh is currently seeking a Co-ops / Interns for our California Region (NorCal and SoCal areas).
Walsh is a rapidly growing, highly diversified construction company, and we constantly seek builders and business people to join our industry-leading team. Walsh employees are "built to succeed" - competitive entrepreneurs with strong character who are energized by working on a team to meet challenges and are willing to take risks after careful planning. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:
Responsibilities:
The Internship & Co-op position will be for a minimum of a 12 weeks. The Internship/Co-op will learn about multiple career paths in our company, and will be trained to become a full-time employee after college graduation. Some duties and responsibilities include:
Assisting project manager or field supervision staff with project coordination
Estimating cost for change orders
Soliciting bidders and coordinate subcontractor activity
Scheduling of various contracts and materials
Document control
Coordination of subcontractors
Safety management
Participation in team meetings
Writing RFIs, submittals, and assisting in change orders
Seeking a degree in construction management, civil engineering or other related field of study
Enrolled in a cooperative education program at the college/ university level
Previous work experience is a plus
Flexibility to relocate per work term is preferred
Strong leadership skills
Excellent oral and written communication
Ability to prioritize work and meet project deadlines
Must be available for minimum of 12 weeks for internship/co-op
The Walsh Group is a 118-year old company providing design, build, finance and operation services. The family-owned company is in its fourth generation of leadership, and is listed as the 11th largest contractor according to Engineering-News Record. The Walsh Group operates as Walsh Construction, Archer Western and Walsh Canada; having experience with a wide variety of building, civil, and transportation sectors including wastewater and water treatment plants, rapid transit, highway and bridges, education, warehouse/distribution, hospitality, sports and entertainment, correctional and office facilities. The Walsh Group has invested over $450 Million in capital equipment and regularly employs over 7,000 engineers and skilled tradesmen.