Summer 2027 Construction Project Management Co-op*

McKenney's has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future."> Summer 2027 Construction Project Management Co-op*-McKenney's Inc. -Atlanta, GA

Summer 2027 Construction Project Management Co-op*

McKenney's has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

Atlanta, GA

McKenney's Inc.

BUILDING A HIGHER STANDARD

Since 1948, our proven approach has ensured high-quality solutions at every stage of a building. But we know that providing the highest level of services takes the right people and a healthy environment. With this in mind, our focus is to improve the lives of our customers, employees and communities around us through all aspects of what we do.

Self-performance of all trades, in-house shops and over seven decades of experience have made us the top choice in mechanical contractors, providing highly efficient mechanical systems and a full range of services that meet your unique needs.

https://www.mckenneys.com/

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Full Time

Overview:

As a Co-op, you will be part of the team from day one and given training and tasks that are important and impactful to our projects' success.  

Success in this role depends on the Co-op's initiative and teamwork. A successful Co-op will support estimating and operations, collaborate with vendors and subcontractors, and support the Field Foreman with customer needs through scheduling and site logistics management. A top achieving Co-op may gain the opportunity to manage projects from start to finish under a Project Manager's guidance. 

McKenney's has a long history of success in hiring Co-ops and supporting their evolution into industry leaders. Many of our current senior leaders began their journey in the Co-op program. 

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Responsibilities:

• Work alongside Project Managers to manage the mechanical, plumbing, and/or controls construction of projects from start to finish-utilizing software, such as Revit, Bluebeam, Procore, and BIM 360.  

• Coordinate with vendors to schedule and procure materials and equipment purchases for construction projects. 

• Regularly update and project cost expenditures for the project's budgets. 

• Plan with Project Managers and Field Foreman to hit major schedule milestones with the field crews onsite. 

• Assist in the preconstruction phase of projects: gather quotes, perform take-offs, and help assemble estimates. 

• Assist in obtaining necessary permits, submittals, and other documentation for projects. 

• Regularly survey project sites for adherence to McKenney's safety, quality, and production values. 

• Take on additional responsibilities each rotation while managing priorities. 

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Requirements: Education and Experience:  

• Candidates must be enrolled in a Co-op program at an accredited engineering school majoring in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related degree. 

• Candidates must complete at least three full-time alternating Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full courseload while working, which may delay graduation.  

• 1st Rotation: Summer 2027 

• 2nd Rotation: Spring 2028 

• 3rd Rotation: Fall 2028 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Effective communicator across a diverse group of people (PMs, drafting, field staff, fabrication shops, etc.). 

• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as within a team. 

• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals. 

• Excellent problem-solving ability. 

• Attention to detail while completing multiple or repetitive tasks with a high sense of urgency. 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS 

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.  

• No or limited exposure to physical risk; occasional jobsite visits may require climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas. 

• Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally.  

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