Construction Administrator Intern

HIRING A CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATOR INTERN IN HOUSTON

Founded in 1972, DBR has evolved into the premier MEP engineering firm in Texas, providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services, as well as building commissioning, integrated technology, and security system consulting.

DBR's steady growth has been fueled by loyal clients who appreciate our willingness to listen, open-minded approach to problem-solving, and relentless commitment to service.

Now, more than 50 years later, DBR has a team of over 200 professionals in seven cities across the State of Texas. While our history guides our growth, our talented team of consultants are focused on the future. We are helping to create healthy and comfortable environments that will stand the test of time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and/or interact with various professionals related to the construction field including owners, engineers, architects, general contractors, and subcontractors
• Attend company training and departmental meetings on an ongoing basis
• Assist with the overall construction administration responsibilities, manage RFI's, and answer, complete, and return submittals in a timely manner
• Assist in 11-month warranty and maintenance site walks.
• Attend owner, architect, and contractor meetings, take meeting notes
• Review MEP documents for quality control
• Survey existing MEP systems to document existing conditions
• Review owner and maintenance manuals (O&Ms) and prepare written report
• Perform project site visits and create observation reports
• Attend project kick off meetings or huddles
• Attend onsite meetings to assist in resolving coordination conflicts
• Learn how to navigate through drawings and specifications
• Watch DBR's safety training video
• Attend manufacture equipment startups demonstration and training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to physically maneuver by foot minor obstacles at construction projects
• Talk/Hear: The person in this position frequently communicates with clients and team members regarding project information. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer
• Stand or Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Move: The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access office machinery, project information, etc.
• See/Visual Acuity: Must have close vision, distance vision and the ability to focus to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading at distances close to the eyes
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

WORKING CONDITION

Subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in a typical office environment.) The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Science or Engineering
• Works well in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Show a willingness to learn and ask questions
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Valid driver license for required travel (20-30%)

SKILLS

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office Applications
• Ability to communicate and work with others as part of a project team
• Excellent research and organizational skills

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.