Project Engineer Intern Job at SteelFab, Inc., Charlotte, NC

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  • SteelFab, Inc.
  • Charlotte, NC

Job Description

*This is an office-based position with a heavy focus on preconstruction and estimating. Primary job duties will not be on project sites or manufacturing environments.*

Internship Locations:

  • Charlotte, NC
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • Norcross, GA
  • Baltimore, MD
  • Allen, TX
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Austin, TX
  • York, PA

Job Summary:

As a Project Engineer Intern at SteelFab, you’ll work closely with our Preconstruction and Project Management teams. You’ll take on responsibilities that will enhance your skills and prepare you for a successful career in the steel construction industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Preconstruction

  1. Gather subcontractor pricing for new project estimates.
  2. Review and analyze subcontractor bids to ensure alignment with project specifications.
  3. Perform detailed material and labor take-offs.
  4. Prepare pricing recaps for senior leadership.
  5. Visit job sites to see job progress and build relationships with clients and vendors
  6. Fabrication Shop Week : Gain hands-on experience with SteelFab’s fabrication flow and production processes to deepen your understanding of the steel construction lifecycle.

Project Management

Project Management duties will be based on project schedules. Example duties:

  1. Draft and issue purchase orders and subcontracts to vendors.
  2. Evaluate design drawing revisions to identify and manage scope changes effectively.
  3. Manage the coordination of construction drawings and models and review submittals.
  4. Collaborate with onsite subcontractors to identify and resolve field issues.

Why SteelFab?

SteelFab is the nation's largest structural steel fabricator and a proud third-generation family-owned business. When you join us, you become part of a tradition of excellence and innovation in the construction industry. Our interns benefit from:

  • Hands-on experience and mentorship from industry professionals.
  • Clear paths for advancement within SteelFab and opportunities to shape your career.
  • Building relationships with teammates, vendors, and industry leaders.
  • SteelFab’s commitment to fairness, reliability, and ethical practices.

Desired Candidate Attributes

We are looking for Project Engineer Interns who embody the values and qualities that drive SteelFab’s success. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

  • A passionate and energetic approach to problem-solving and customer satisfaction.
  • The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • An eagerness to learn, enthusiasm for the industry, and a desire for personal and professional growth.
  • A team-first mentality, prioritizing collective success over individual achievement.
  • Reliability and dependability

Career Progression:

  1. Project Engineer Intern
  2. Project Engineer
  3. Assistant Project Manager or Estimator
  4. Project Manager (if previously APM)
  5. Senior PM or Senior Estimator

Qualifications and Requirements

Major : Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields

Required: Microsoft Office experience, common computer skills. Valid driver’s license

Preferred: Some experience in the construction or engineering industry through work, internships, or part-time employment.

Job Tags

Part time, For subcontractor, Work at office,

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