This internship will teach you how to:

• Understand and evaluate all bid documents and proposal requirements.

• Gain further understanding of drawings, plans, specifications, scopes of work, and other necessary construction documents to ensure a complete and thorough estimate.

• Compile an organized, accurate, concise takeoff and estimate.

• Assist in managing contractual commitments for contractors including costs, quality, schedule, and field activities.

• Source materials needed for projects while negotiating prices

• Ensure all documents required for full bid proposal are obtained, including project insurances and builder’s risk and bonds.

• Understand how to track, manage and follow up on submitted bids

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of industry language and terminology is preferred.

• Critical-thinker and problem-solver.

• Familiarity with industry specific computer programs is preferred.

• High level organizational skills with the ability to multi task in a fast-paced changing environment.

• Strong oral and written communication skills

This Career path is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous

• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction

• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture

• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges

Education and Experience:

• Engineering, Horticulture, Construction or similar relevant field experience required.

• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook is preferred.