Job Description

CM&B is seeking a motivated Estimating Intern (Co-op) to join our Estimating and Preconstruction team. This role offers hands-on exposure to the earliest stages of the construction process where projects move from concept to reality.

As an intern youll learn how construction opportunities are evaluated priced and prepared for successful execution. Working alongside experienced estimators and preconstruction professionals youll gain valuable experience reviewing plans and specifications coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers and supporting the development of competitive project proposals.

This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing degrees in Construction Management Civil Engineering Architecture or related fields who are interested in the business and planning side of construction.

What Youll Learn

As an Estimating Intern you will:

• Develop an understanding of estimating and preconstruction processes for commercial industrial and institutional projects.
• Learn how to interpret construction drawings specifications and bid documents.
• Gain exposure to quantity takeoffs scope analysis and cost estimating techniques.
• Understand how subcontractors and suppliers contribute to project pricing and planning.
• Experience the collaboration required between owners architects engineers consultants and construction professionals.
• Build a foundation of knowledge that will support future career opportunities in construction management estimating project management or field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the estimating team with bidding and preconstruction activities.
• Review plans specifications and contract documents to understand project requirements.
• Help identify subcontractor and material supplier scopes of work.
• Distribute bidding documents and communicate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Support the quantity takeoff process.
• Assist with maintaining estimating databases and project information.
• Track bid schedules and estimating deadlines.
• Help manage requests for information (RFIs) during the bidding process.
• Build professional relationships with owners architects engineers subcontractors suppliers and consultants.
• Support additional estimating and preconstruction tasks as assigned.

Why CM&B

At CM&B interns are given meaningful responsibilities and the opportunity to learn from experienced construction professionals. Youll gain real-world exposure to the planning and pricing of complex construction projects while building valuable industry relationships and skills that will support your future career.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering Architecture Engineering or a related field.
• Strong interest in construction estimating preconstruction and project planning.
• Excellent organizational communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is preferred.

CM&B encourages all Co-op/ Interns to immerse in the company culture by networking internally and participating in company events. We are . CM&B is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Description

$22-24/ Hr

Required Experience:

Intern

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