Operations Intern

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Assignment

• Works at one or more of the ORION Concrete jobsites as assigned by the Sr. VP of Operations, Area General Superintendent, Project Manager, or Superintendent to learn how concrete construction project work is performed.
• Works as a member of the project crew helping to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new field projects.
• Learns the responsibilities of the different craft positions and how they coordinate to complete project work.
• Works closely with the Project Superintendent, Project Engineer or Field Engineer to understand the various responsibilities required of field supervision.
• Assists Project Engineer or Field Engineer in completing their various tasks.

Office Assignment

• Works closely as a junior member of the Project Management group assisting in the successful completion of on-going or new projects.
• Assists in the development of bid proposals for upcoming concrete construction and services projects.
• Estimates costs to be incurred in upcoming projects accounting for materials, services, labor, and other associated costs.
• Interprets project plans and specifications.
• Procures materials and services from suppliers for current projects as required by project needs.
• Schedules project work activities according to plan timelines to ensure timely project completion.
• Provides interface with project team members, suppliers, customers, and others who are involved in project work.
• Employee Safety and Compliance
• Ensures that project team members are provided a safe work environment and are knowledgeable of safe work practices and policies.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.
• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc). 

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace.  Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. 

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. 

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency arise.

Compensation & Benefits:

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Development