Description
For 75 years Heggem-Lundquist Paint Company has been a mainstay in the Denver commercial construction industry. We're a 3rd generation woman and family owned business with a reputation for taking care of our employees and clients in the best and worst of times. We've seen it all and pride ourselves in having a "can do" attitude. If this sounds like you, we'd like to invite you to join our team as an intern while you explore your career as a construction professional.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This internship position will work under the supervision of a project manager and/or a senior-level team member and will be responsible for a combination of office and field-based work to support construction management. This position
primarily field-based and averages 12-20 hours per week. It is ideal for students interested in construction management, engineering, project management, or a related field who are looking to gain practical industry experience.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Visit active construction sites to document project progress using the OpenSpace visual intelligence platform. Site captures are performed by mounting a 360° camera to your hard hat or handheld camera pole.
Capture open-room videos and photographs of construction work for project records.
Check in with site foreman and get update on site conditions, take notes and record findings affecting work.
Walk entire job sites and thoroughly document conditions and progress.
Identify and photograph drywall repairs, paint touch-ups, and other items requiring correction or completion.
Organize and upload photos and videos in accordance with company procedures.
Create field notes in OpenSpace and develop reports. Communicate observations, findings, and project updates to Project Managers and Project Engineers.
Assist with tracking and reporting site conditions and punch list items.
Maintain professionalism and safety awareness while on active construction sites.
Complete assigned site visits accurately and on schedule.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
In this position you will:
- Be actively enrolled in/pursuing a Construction or Civil Engineering certification/degree program. Completion of 2 yrs in program highly preferred.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Have a reputation as a team player.
- Be organized with strong technical and problem-solving skills.
- Have computer proficiency with Microsoft office suite especially Excel.
- Be able to read and write English, specifically to understand instructions, rules, etc. for work activities.
- Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
- Be a curious learner able to ask questions or share concerns in a timely, proactive manner.
- Be able to meet the rigorous physical requirements of commercial construction to include lifting heavy objects, stand/bend/stoop and climb ladders on a continuous basis.
- Have reliable transportation to and from work.
- Be able to ass a pre-employment drug screen to include THC.
Qualifications:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable walking active construction sites for extended periods.
- Willingness to communicate with multiple site foreman and take direction.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license required.
- Must maintain current automobile insurance coverage on their personal vehicle and provide proof of insurance upon hire and as requested.
- Ability to travel between project locations as needed.
- Basic proficiency with smartphones, cameras, and mobile applications.
- Ability to read blueprints, understand construction terminology, and use digital documentation software. (Beginner is ok if you are willing to learn)
- Interest in construction, engineering, project management, or a related field preferred.
- Must be able to pass a background screening and drug test as required for job site access and company policies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable walking active construction sites for extended periods.
- Willingness to communicate with multiple site foreman and take direction.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license required.
- Must maintain current automobile insurance coverage on their personal vehicle and provide proof of insurance upon hire and as requested.
- Ability to travel between project locations as needed.
- Basic proficiency with smartphones, cameras, and mobile applications.
- Ability to read blueprints, understand construction terminology, and use digital documentation software. (Beginner is ok if you are willing to learn)
- Interest in construction, engineering, project management, or a related field preferred.
- Must be able to pass a background screening and drug test as required for job site access and company policies.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk entire construction sites, including uneven terrain and multiple floors.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and navigate active job sites for several hours at a time.
- Ability to carry and operate a smartphone, camera, or other documentation equipment.
In return you will enjoy:
- The opportunity to experience a commercial construction career with a highly reputable, employee-centric company
- Competitive pay starting at City of Denver Minimum wage.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.