Project Administrator Intern - Construction
About the job
- Be enrolled in an engineering or construction-related degree program at an accredited college or university.
- Have knowledge of computers and software, including standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Be able to multitask and organize work effectively.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Be able to work independently and in a team-based environment.
- Be willing to adapt to changing priorities.
- Be able to interact professionally and effectively with managers and coworkers.
- Provide direct support for delegated functions of the Project Executive, Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, and Superintendent.
- Perform assignments in Field Operations, Engineering, Estimating, or Project Controls as needed.
- Assist in coordinating on-site construction and engineering activities for construction projects.
- Interpret design drawings, specifications, submittals, and other construction documents.
- Assist Superintendents, Project Managers, Engineers, and Coordinators with project-related technical and logistical functions, including subcontractor and supplier planning and administration and work assignments.
- Interface with on-site departments to resolve problems and ensure construction quality in support of the overall project schedule.
- Email documents to customers and work orders to subcontractors.
- Create contracts, change orders, work authorizations, and certificates of completion.
- Review pay applications using AIA Documents G702 and G703.
- Review and track compliance documentation.
- Enter and track new lead information in databases.
- Update job status.
- Assist in answering incoming calls.
- Compose calendar details for the Superintendent or Project Managers.
- Attend daily meetings.
- Print signed work orders and provide them to the Superintendent.
- Ensure all project closeout documents are obtained.
- Construction industry background is preferred.
- Construction experience is a plus.
- An associate degree or higher is a plus.
About the company
Path Construction builds facilities for public agencies, property developers and private businesses across the United States. Its portfolio spans housing, schools, healthcare buildings and civil infrastructure, with work ranging from ground-up buildings to major renovations. Clients hire the firm for general contracting, design-build and construction management, while its development business handles site selection, feasibility studies and project financing. Before construction starts, the company coordinates project scope, preliminary schedules, design teams and subcontractors, then oversees work through the final walk-through. Founded in 2008, Path Construction is headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Arlington Heights, IL
Founded
2008
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Early careers span office and field work: Path interns work alongside professionals with direct access to senior leadership.
- Skills receive employer support: Path lists certification training alongside its employee benefits.
- Path proved its conversion capability: the 153-apartment 111 Point redevelopment opened in July 2026.
What critics are saying
- Client approvals constrain execution: Chicago's water-district owner reviews every aspect of Path's North Branch pumping station rehabilitation.
- Some site work interrupts nights: Path reports overnight storm emergencies at the operating North Branch pumping station.
- Travel belongs to the job: Path advertises a Chicago-based traveling superintendent position.
What makes Path Construction unique
- Architecture stays in-house: Path's own team designed interiors for its Chicago office conversion.
- Trades stay partly in-house: Path self-performs concrete, carpentry and electrical work.
- Planning uses digital building models: Path uses Navisworks to identify design conflicts before construction.
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