DOD SkillBridge Program - Construction Project Representative

Bolton & Menk is seeking a Construction Project Representative through our DOD Skill Bridge Program. Skill Bridge is a Department of Defense (DOD) program that helps service members gain civilian work experience. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Southeast, Midwest, and beyond.

DOD Skill Bridge Program - Construction Project Representative engage in a 3-month immersive experience predominately collaborating with our seasoned construction services team in the field, where they can apply their newly acquired skills to actually work projects.

• Minnesota:
  Baxter, Burnsville, Chaska, Duluth, Oakdale
• Wisconsin:
  Milwaukee

• You will assist with construction observations and construction staking on assigned projects
• You will maintain detailed records and documentation of construction activities, along with recording quantities and materials testing
• You will perform basic engineering computations and make basic engineering survey measurements
• You will gain experience reviewing and approving project submittals, contract pay vouchers, work orders, change orders and supplemental agreements
• This position will interact with staff, landowners, contractors, and subcontractors

• Must be a Military Service Member with 180 days of service or fewer remaining before your separation date
• Must have the ability to work in extended outdoor conditions and be physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing the duties outlined above
• General knowledge of public infrastructure/civil construction and AutoCAD drafting are preferred
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the firm's standard rates. Must also own their own transportation. You will be reimbursed for business-related travel. A check of the candidate's motor vehicle record will be conducted as part of the on-boarding

Relocation and housing are not included. Wages and benefits are provided by the Department of Defense while participating in the program.

Bolton & Menk will not provide visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Your opportunities for growth, success, and personal fulfillment continue well beyond your military service. Bolton & Menk offers a variety of benefit programs and amenities designed to support you and your family at every stage of life.

• Military Affinity Group
• Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
• ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
• 401(k) Match Program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short term and Long-term disability
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina, and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies.

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Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / affirmative action employer including disability and veterans.