What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Estimator Intern position at IAQ Restoration Inc.?
Location: Norcross, GA (with nationwide travel)
Position Type: Paid Internship
Position Overview
This is a unique opportunity for a recent graduate interested in construction, engineering, facilities management, project management, or building sciences to gain real-world experience in commercial estimating and field operations.
The Traveling Estimator Intern will assist our team in conducting project walkthroughs, collecting site data, developing estimates, and supporting ongoing project documentation efforts. This role offers extensive exposure to commercial buildings, mechanical systems, and the estimation process behind large-scale HVAC cleaning and decontamination projects.
No prior HVAC estimating experience is required—we will provide training and mentorship.
This internship is designed as a career development opportunity for recent graduates seeking to build a long-term future in the commercial services industry. Successful interns who demonstrate strong performance, professionalism, initiative, and a willingness to learn may be offered a full-time position as an Estimator or Project Manager upon successful completion of the internship.
Compensation & Career Growth
- Hourly pay ranging from $21–$35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Paid internship with hands-on field and estimating experience
- Professional training and mentorship from experienced industry leaders
- Nationwide travel opportunities
- Opportunity for advancement within a rapidly growing national company
- Potential transition into a full-time salaried Estimator or Project Manager position upon successful completion of the internship
Qualifications
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree obtained within the last 0-3 years in:
- Construction Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Facilities Management
- Building Sciences
- Architecture
- Related field
Additional Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in active commercial, industrial, healthcare, and institutional environments
- Comfortable learning technical concepts
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel nationwide
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions once properly trained
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience in commercial estimating
- Exposure to large-scale commercial, healthcare, educational, industrial, and mission-critical facilities
- Nationwide travel opportunities
- Direct mentorship from experienced industry professionals
- Training in HVAC systems, indoor air quality, estimating, and field assessments
- Experience working with property managers, engineers, contractors, and facility leaders
- Valuable skills applicable to careers in construction, engineering, project management, facilities management, environmental consulting, and business development
- A clear pathway toward a full-time Estimator or Project Manager role with IAQ Restoration
Salary : $21 - $35