Estimating Internship - Summer

Ragnar Benson Construction, a Mas Tec company is hiring for Summer 2027 Internships. As an Estimating Intern at Ragnar Benson, you will gain hands on experience supporting the preconstruction and estimating team on commercial, industrial, and heavy construction projects. This internship provides exposure to the full bidding process, helping develop the technical, analytical, and communication skills needed for a successful career in construction management.

Location: This role will work in our Rockford, IL office.

Ragnar Benson Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in commuter rail, intermodal facilities, and ports. With almost 40 years of experience in the railway industry, we offer various delivery models, including general contracting, construction management, preconstruction, and design-build services. In addition, we specialize in constructing intermodal facilities, classification yards, mechanical repair facilities, fueling facilities, automobile marshaling terminals, and mainline capacity improvements.

Focusing on innovation, safety, and environmentally-responsible construction, Ragnar Benson delivers quality work and service.

Ragnar Benson is part of the Mas Tec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

Mas Tec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

• Assist estimators in preparing cost estimates and bid proposals
• Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations
• Research subcontractors, suppliers, and pricing information
• Help solicit and track subcontractor and vendor bids
• Maintain estimating databases and project documentation
• Support the preconstruction team with budgeting and value engineering efforts
• Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to client and subcontractor interactions

Education:

• Currently pursuing undergraduate, four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar

Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Eager to learn and interested in the commercial and industrial construction industry
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Competencies

Required:

• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work within a team
• Deadline Oriented
• Problem Solving
• Written and Oral Communication
• Adaptable and willing to learn

Compensation $20-$21 /hour. This is a temporary position, no company benefits are offered.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility:
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