Company Overview:

Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors.

Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description:

Assist in the effective daily operation of a single project by providing technical and informational support to the project team. Take action as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the Mission, Vision and Values of Barnhill Contracting Company.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Learn to effectively manage project schedules, material procurement, subcontractors, resources, change orders, and project documentation
• Effectively manage project submittals (Product Data, Shop Drawings, Samples, Mock-ups) with subcontractors, design team, and owners to ensure that all materials (and associated installations) are approved in a timely manner to keep the project on schedule.
• Assist project engineering and related personnel functions including personnel planning and administration, work assignments, submittal, shop drawing, meeting minutes and RFI processing in collaboration with the project manager and superintendent.
• Participate in construction planning and design; interpretation of design, application of construction methods; resolution and documentation of design conflicts; construct ability reviews, etc.
• Collaborate with on-site departments to resolve problems and ensure quality of construction in support of overall project schedule.
• Develop and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents. Assist in developing and implementing project procedures, working documents, standards, etc. for the project.

Minimum Qualifications & Training:

• Must past pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
• Complete orientation and safety training
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in Barnhill’s Employee Handbook
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Full participation in 11-week Internship Program
• Must be a student currently enrolled in College/University