Estimating/Project Management Intern - Draper, UT

Draper, UT, US, 84020

Job ID:  504737

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

Position Overview 

This is an entry level intern position involving the preparation of quantity estimates using material, labor and overhead costs. The individual will assist with tracking and adjusting quantities through all phases of the project from pre-construction through completion. Regular visits to the field will be required to verify completed and remaining quantities and to monitor project progress.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties & Functions)

• Will assist estimators and project managers with project take offs and project tracking.
• Ability to read and extrapolate information from blueprints.
• Hours of operation will vary according current projects.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.

 Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in construction management.
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate as a Junior or higher
• One to Two years previous related experience/training in the field is a plus.

Language Skills

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong computer skills also required in Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera P6, Bid2Win and the ability to learn and train on other CRH computer programs.

Key Competencies

• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office Setting

• Exposed to normal office working conditions, moving. 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. 

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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