Preconstruction Intern - Summer 2026

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Under close supervision, the employee will learn to perform routine aspects of estimating assignments to acquire the basic principles of estimating. Sections of a total project estimate will be delegated to the employee to prepare estimated quantities and costs. This position will usually specialize in a particular discipline (Mechanical, Structural, Electrical or Architectural). Request for costs will be sent to vendors or subcontractors in the local area where construction will be done, and the results will be analyzed and verified with historical data and research.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

• Lean how to ensure accurate quantities of materials needed and the pricing of these materials in a specific discipline and section of a project to realistically predict the cost to construct.
• Assist in the completion of estimates in a timely fashion to allow adequate review by superiors.
• Regularly communicate with subcontractors to ensure accurate pricing
• Gain knowledge of the need to re-evaluate cost estimates throughout the design phase of a project and prepare change orders of items in the Estimator’s discipline to account for scope of work changes.
• Learn to coordinate his/her section of the estimate with other disciplines to ensure all elements of the estimate are accounted for.
• Obtain applicable labor rates and quotations for materials and systems to establish an accurate estimate.
• Excellent communication skills.

Required Education and Experience

• Actively enrolled in a 4 or 5-year degree program in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The pay for this position in California is $25.00 per hour.

The Austin Company is an EEO and DFWP Employer

Austin is wholly owned subsidiary of Kajima.