Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of the construction industry is preferred but not required.
Ability to function as a team builder and player.
Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
Ability to perform job functions while occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals, frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, and usually exposed to loud noise.
Responsibilities
Work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and crews on project deliverables.
Process and manage material deliveries, ensuring received materials are properly inspected for quantity and quality and comply with contract documents.
Manage and negotiate subcontractor and material contracts.
Assist in developing and updating the project schedule.
Coordinate and schedule shop drawings and submittals.
Maintain a complete and current record of submittals, approvals, and resubmittals, including letters of transmittal and dates of each transaction.
Participate in the operations of the cost control system and analysis of construction costs.
Participate in monthly forecasting of revenue and cost accruals.
Accumulate necessary data and prepare monthly pay estimates.
Process and estimate change orders and requests for information as directed by the project manager.
Follow company policies and procedures, including safety policies.
Desired Qualifications
Basic knowledge of the construction industry.
Overview
Who is OHLA USA?
We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!
OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities.
We currently have opportunities in the Greater Chicago Area.As an intern you will be learning the engineering and technical aspects of the project both in the field and in the office.
Responsibilities
Works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foreman, and Crews on Project Deliverables.
Process/manage material deliveries – ensure that materials received are properly inspected for quantity and quality and are following contract documents.
Manage and negotiate subcontractor and material contracts.
Assist in developing and updating the project schedule.
Coordinate and schedule shop drawings and submittals.
Maintain a complete and current record of submittals, approvals, and resubmittals, including a file of letters of transmittal and dates of each transaction.
High level of involvement in the operations of our cost control system and analysis of construction costs.
Participate in monthly forecasting revenue and cost accruals.
Accumulate all necessary data and prepare monthly pay estimates.
Process and estimate change orders and requests for information as directed by the Project Manager.
Follows OHLA USA policies and procedures, including safety policies.
Qualifications
Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Basic knowledge of the construction industry preferred but not required
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong work ethic
Ability to function as a team builder/player
Additional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:
On-site hands-on training
Engaging work environment
And much more!!
To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website www.ohla-usa.com
OHLA ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.
OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. VEVRAA Federal Contractor