Project Management Intern/Co-Op

What we do at SPS:

Schernecker Property Services (SPS) is a specialized exterior restoration company helping condominium association boards plan and save money. We are a growing company committed to our mission of delivering the highest-value, long-term solutions to our clients and their communities.

What you will do in the Project Management Co-op:

In the Project Management Co-op, you will work with a Project Manager and learn how an SPS project is produced safely, in a high-quality manner, on time, and on budget.

The responsibilities are expected to include:

• Communicate with others about scheduling and project progress, including window and door installation coordination (~30%)
• Learn how to coordinate material deliveries, inventory control, and keep the material yard organized and clean. (~30%)
• Learn, demonstrate and enforce safety standards (~10%)
• Learn how to conduct quality inspections and work with the SPS quality manager to ensure standards are met (~10%)
• Assist the Project Manager in building and developing lasting relationships with independent contractors (~10%)
• Become familiar with Buildup and demonstrate how to create a punch list and manage timely completion (~5%)
• Assist with Project Manager with other related tasks and projects (~5%)

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Education on current project management responsibilities
• Opportunity to bridge the academic gap from classroom to field experience 
• Hands-on experience and relationship-building
• Opportunity to apply for an Assistant Project Manager position after graduation

A successful individual in the Project Management Co-op can fulfill these responsibilities by demonstrating high urgency through excellent and close communication with peers, subordinates, management, clients, and homeowners. They will also possess effective time management skills, the ability to adopt new processes and technologies, and a strong commitment to “doing the job right,” even if it means working longer days or into the weekend. The Project Management Co-op role is supervised by a Project Manager. This position is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. 

Key qualifications:

• Reliability: Meets deadlines and delivers as promised. Gets the job done right the first time.
• Self-motivated: Is disciplined. Sets and works to achieve goals without needing to be managed. Identifies and overcomes obstacles and sees tasks through to full completion.  
• Communication: Has excellent oral skills. Builds and maintains strong working relationships with homeowners, property managers, independent contractors, vendors, and employees. Ability to understand Spanish a plus.
• Organization: Ability to maintain a clean and organized job site, managing task lists to timely completion. Manages time and priorities while working on multiple projects. Comfortable with a fast-paced schedule and time-sensitive requirements.
• Attention to detail: Prioritizes precision and quality over quantity or speed. Pays close attention to detail.
• Trade knowledge: Has some working knowledge of carpentry, roofing, or painting.
• Technology: Has basic computer skills and is comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using file-sharing platforms like Box and CRM platforms like Salesforce is a plus.
• Problem Solving: Able to effectively handle a variety of situations that may arise, either by solving them directly or working with others.
• Team player: Shows empathy for others. Works harmoniously with co-workers and clients with a team-first attitude.
• Flexibility: Willing to travel throughout New England within a 100-mile radius of Needham, MA.
• Physical component: Ability to perform construction-related work, lifting of materials and ladders, climbing on roofs and walking through job sites.