Architecture Cost Estimating Intern, Co-op - Connico

Cincinnati, OH

About the Job

Company Overview:
Would you enjoy being involved in executing large-scale, complex airport construction projects?

Connico was founded in 1990 and is now a leading national construction consultancy known for its extraordinary team and commitment to superior client service. Connico offers highly specialized consulting services unique to the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. As experts in aviation and transportation, Connico assists owners, architects, engineers, and planners with cost estimating, scheduling, planning, and project management.

We are seeking an Intern or Co-op for a semester or more in the Spring, Summer, and Fall of 2025 at our Hebron, KY / Cincinnati, OH office location. This is a full-time hybrid position: You will work in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and from home on Mondays and Fridays.

Job Title: Architectural Cost Estimator, Intern

Position Responsibilities:

Input data into cost or schedule templates. Manipulate estimate, schedule, or report templates as directed to make them relevant for each individual job.
Participate in first-pass QC, checking deliverables for errors.
Call, or documents call with, suppliers or subcontractors for information relating to market trends or pricing.
Develop and input quantities on horizontal and/or vertical work, inserting into estimating template.
Participate in relevant client calls or meetings with other Connico staff, in order to learn Connico’s relationship-building process.
Perform onsite construction observation, including document management, quantity tracking, and observation of construction activities (as necessary).
Participate in project-level calls to learn about industry practices and Connico procedures.

Position Qualifications:

Experience interpreting civil, architectural and/or structural drawings.
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
Pursuing 4-year degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Construction, Architecture, A/E, or similar field; or equivalent experience.
Strong technical writing, report-preparation, and presentation skills.
Proficiency in basic office software including Adobe, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience with AutoCAD, Earthworks, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar software preferred but not required.
Experience with On-Screen Take-off or equivalent takeoff software preferred but not required.
Experience with Project Management Software, such as Appia, Procure, eBuilder, or equivalent, preferred but not required.

Connico offers its Interns a competitive hourly rate starting at $22 / hour. If you have relevant experience from other internships, co-ops, or full-time work, you may qualify to earn more.

This is a hybrid position: You will work in the Hebron, KY office (near CVG) on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

Full-time internships / Co-ops available Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025.

Source : Connico