Winter 2026

Preconstruction Estimating Co-op

Posted on 9/11/2026

DN

DN

201-500 employees

Designs and builds prestressed concrete tanks

Compensation Overview

$24/hr

Irving, TX, USA

In Person

Transportation to Irving, Texas or willingness to relocate is required for the co-op period.

Bachelor's

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Engineering or Construction Management program.
  • Experience working with computer-aided design software, preferably AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Excellent communication and time management skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
  • Ability to solve problems in individual and team settings.
  • Transportation to Irving, Texas, or willingness to relocate for the duration of the co-op period.
Responsibilities
  • Assist regional estimators with evaluating project site conditions and generating tank site layout drawings using AutoCAD.
  • Prepare earthwork takeoffs using Civil 3D and sitework cost estimates using Excel.
  • Solicit bid-level pricing for cranes, rebar installation, fence work, and other subcontractor scopes of work.
  • Prepare requests for quotation after identifying local subcontractors.
  • Learn the process of developing and bidding construction projects.
  • Visit local tank construction sites.
Desired Qualifications
  • A concentration in Civil Engineering is preferred.

DN designs and builds prestressed concrete liquid storage tanks to safely store water. Its tanks are designed and constructed to deliver long-term performance, durability, reliable operation, minimal maintenance, and the lowest ownership cost. With 90+ years of experience and 10 regional offices plus 3 facilities in the Boston, Dallas, and San Diego areas, DN emphasizes strong client collaboration and project execution to meet current and future water storage needs. The company differentiates itself through deep experience, a global reach, a focus on total value and customer experience, and durable, low-maintenance tank solutions. Its goal is to provide high-quality design and construction services worldwide that combine safety, reliability, and cost efficiency for water storage projects.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Wakefield, Massachusetts

Founded

2010

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Remote Work Options

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Legal Services

Commuter Benefits

Mea l Benefits

Vacation