What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Summer Associates - Construction position at Crescent Communities?
Crescent Communities is a nationally recognized, market-leading real estate investor, developer, and operator of mixed-use “communities”. We create high-quality, differentiated multifamily and commercial communities in many of the fastest growing markets in the United States. Since 1963, our development portfolio has included more than 95 multifamily communities and 26 million square feet of commercial space. Crescent Communities has offices in Charlotte, D.C., Atlanta, Orlando, Nashville, Dallas, Denver, and Phoenix. Our multifamily communities are branded NOVEL, RENDER and HARMON by Crescent Communities, our industrial developments are branded AXIAL by Crescent Communities, and our life science developments are branded THE YIELD by Crescent Communities.
Crescent is seeking three (3) Summer Associates to be located in Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA and Nashville, TN.
Position Summary
The Summer Associate position will provide a diversified exposure to pre-construction, active construction and project close out based on the lifecycle of current projects.
Essential Functions
Education and Experience
Minimum
We offer a full benefits package starting day one that includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k plan, paid STD/LTD, parental leave, charitable match, wellness subsidy, community involvement, summer hours, education reimbursement, employee assistance program, hybrid flexible schedules and much more!
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This document describes the position currently available and serves only as a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. Tasks, responsibilities and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined. Other duties, as assigned might be part of the job. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.
Crescent Communities, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, Crescent Communities treats each individual fairly in all employment decisions without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran, disability or any other protected status by federal or local law.
Crescent Communities, LLC participates in E-Verify
Crescent is seeking three (3) Summer Associates to be located in Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA and Nashville, TN.
Position Summary
The Summer Associate position will provide a diversified exposure to pre-construction, active construction and project close out based on the lifecycle of current projects.
Essential Functions
- Provide assistance with day-to-day management and coordination of construction activities.
- Provide input on schedule and constructability issues
- Participate in design and development meetings
- Review and redline selected plans and specifications
- Assist in preparation of bid packages for contractors and review pricing
- Participate in pre-bid and pre-construction conferences
- Partner with Superintendents on overall development schedules
- Assist in procurement of municipality approvals and permits
- Assist in coordination of power, phone, cable, and gas installation
- Participate in submittal and RFI process
- Attend project meetings (OAC, trade partner meetings, RFI/Submittal, Schedule)
- Assist with formatting and processing change orders
- Assist in preparation of internal monthly project reports
Education and Experience
Minimum
- Undergraduate with a major in Construction Management
- Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Proven organizational skills
- Collaborative style and enjoys teamwork
- Professional environment
- Typical working hours are M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm (alternate schedule may apply)
- Ability to carry 25 pounds (computer, files, site debris, etc.) with or without accommodations.
- Must have reliable transportation
- Project site exposure to dust, miscellaneous allergens, sunlight, extreme temperatures, noise moving machinery and other natural and environmental exposures.
- Ability to maneuver through a construction site
- Communicate and converse to exchange information
- Ability to operate a computer keyboard, phone, calculator and other office equipment with or without accommodations.
- Seeing to read a variety of materials
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to transport 10-25 lbs. (computer, files, etc.)
- Move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Ability to work under stressful, fast-paced conditions
We offer a full benefits package starting day one that includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k plan, paid STD/LTD, parental leave, charitable match, wellness subsidy, community involvement, summer hours, education reimbursement, employee assistance program, hybrid flexible schedules and much more!
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Professional office environment
- Flexible working hours are M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm (alternate schedule may apply).
- Must have reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to field locations and stay overnight, if required
This document describes the position currently available and serves only as a summary of the typical functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. Tasks, responsibilities and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined. Other duties, as assigned might be part of the job. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.
Crescent Communities, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, Crescent Communities treats each individual fairly in all employment decisions without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran, disability or any other protected status by federal or local law.
Crescent Communities, LLC participates in E-Verify