Construction Assistant

2 days ago


Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company Full time
Job Description

At The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, we are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Construction Interns. This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to gain hands-on practical experience in the construction field.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist project teams in managing construction projects, including all phases from bidding to final completion.
  • Perform tasks such as quantity take-off, layout, preconstruction/as-built surveys, shop drawing & submittal review/approval & maintenance of log.
  • Interfacing with subcontractors & suppliers, attending weekly progress & coordination meetings, and assisting with coordinating the work between the owner, architect & subcontractors.
  • Assist with reviewing construction documents & specifications, maintaining field records, and assisting with estimates/budgets/value engineering/constructability surveys.
  • Assist with writing subcontracts & purchase orders, preparing billings change orders for owner, and verifying & approving invoices.
  • Assist with quality control & safety management, including inspections, tool box talks, project-specific program review & development, first work inspections and documentation.
  • Manage subcontracts, assist with permit process, performing scheduling, estimating & project management, punchlist & project closeout, and cooperating & working with field project management.
  • Develop monthly reports, site logistics plan development and implementation, verifying and tracking work progress and field productivity.
Requirements
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Exchange.
What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.



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