What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preconstruction Intern position at The Beck Group?
Who We Are
We're The Beck Group, the largest and most innovative integrated building firm in the country. We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types. Headquartered in downtown Dallas, with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Worth, Mexico City, and Tampa, we believe a better process and outcome results from working together. At Beck, you will find yourself surrounded by passionate colleagues who have a collaborative mindset and care about each other. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest within our industry, and that's why we are seeking experienced professionals like you to help transform the industry and continue building Beck's respected reputation.
What You Bring To The Table
Beck is looking for a Preconstruction Intern to join extraordinary project teams in our Atlanta office. This is an entry-level internship position in the Preconstruction career path for current students pursuing a degree related to Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or a similar field. As an Intern, you will be involved in many facets of the preconstruction process, with the ability to make significant contributions to your project team while operating in a similar capacity to an entry-level Estimator. You will be primarily responsible for helping your team with estimating, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and documentation to support large commercial projects.
During your internship, you will gain experience performing some of the following responsibilities and essential functions:
A person with the willingness to learn and be mentored under talented Preconstruction staff while also having the ability to proactively identify and solve problems. You possess uncompromising authenticity and integrity, effective time management skills, and a passion to get things done. An individual with an interest in innovative approaches to process improvement, technology, and the integrated project delivery method will be an ideal candidate for this position.
You Also Meet The Following Requirements
Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity equipment; frequently ascends/descends ladders and stairs; constantly works in various outdoor weather conditions; frequently moves equipment up to 50Ibs to various locations on site; constantly communicates with subcontractors, vendors, and other members of project team; ability to constantly move around job site on uneven surfaces; Spends much of the day standing. Ability to adhere to consistent and timely attendance.
Beck’s Benefits
At Beck our team member experience goes beyond your day-to-day work activities – we also want to support the rest of your life goals, milestones and challenges. We strive for thrive – we want you to thrive in your wellbeing, finances, and community.
Benefits
In addition to robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits, Beck is pleased to offer its team members:
The Beck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
We're The Beck Group, the largest and most innovative integrated building firm in the country. We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types. Headquartered in downtown Dallas, with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Worth, Mexico City, and Tampa, we believe a better process and outcome results from working together. At Beck, you will find yourself surrounded by passionate colleagues who have a collaborative mindset and care about each other. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest within our industry, and that's why we are seeking experienced professionals like you to help transform the industry and continue building Beck's respected reputation.
What You Bring To The Table
Beck is looking for a Preconstruction Intern to join extraordinary project teams in our Atlanta office. This is an entry-level internship position in the Preconstruction career path for current students pursuing a degree related to Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or a similar field. As an Intern, you will be involved in many facets of the preconstruction process, with the ability to make significant contributions to your project team while operating in a similar capacity to an entry-level Estimator. You will be primarily responsible for helping your team with estimating, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and documentation to support large commercial projects.
During your internship, you will gain experience performing some of the following responsibilities and essential functions:
- Interpret, coordinate, maintain, and gain an understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and other project documents
- Perform quantity take-offs, model-based estimating, bid analysis, and leveling
- Support development and updating of preconstruction schedules
- Utilize project management and estimating software
- Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors during bidding and procurement processes
- Follow direction, collaborate with all team members, and complete assigned tasks
A person with the willingness to learn and be mentored under talented Preconstruction staff while also having the ability to proactively identify and solve problems. You possess uncompromising authenticity and integrity, effective time management skills, and a passion to get things done. An individual with an interest in innovative approaches to process improvement, technology, and the integrated project delivery method will be an ideal candidate for this position.
You Also Meet The Following Requirements
- College student pursuing a degree in Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field preferred
- Past internships within architectural, engineering, or commercial construction companies preferred but not required
- Fundamental understanding of project documents
- Experience using Excel, Bluebeam, and Revit or comparable construction technologies is a plus
Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity equipment; frequently ascends/descends ladders and stairs; constantly works in various outdoor weather conditions; frequently moves equipment up to 50Ibs to various locations on site; constantly communicates with subcontractors, vendors, and other members of project team; ability to constantly move around job site on uneven surfaces; Spends much of the day standing. Ability to adhere to consistent and timely attendance.
Beck’s Benefits
At Beck our team member experience goes beyond your day-to-day work activities – we also want to support the rest of your life goals, milestones and challenges. We strive for thrive – we want you to thrive in your wellbeing, finances, and community.
Benefits
In addition to robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits, Beck is pleased to offer its team members:
- 401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
- Free dedicated financial coach
- Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
- Paid family leave
- Health discounts on medical premiums
- Free comprehensive health screenings
- Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
- Financial & behavioral support for family forming journeys (ex. Fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood).
- Free Life Coach
- Pet insurance discount
- Organized projects and events to support our communities
The Beck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.