SkillBridge Internship

Applicants mustbe active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD Skill Bridge Program.

The Estimator Intern contributes to the effective execution of cost estimating and the development of project direct costs for both single-discipline and multidiscipline construction projects. Guided by a team, the intern assists in reviewing subcontractor and vendor proposals and performing quantity take-offs across various trades to develop foundational estimating competencies.

The Estimator Intern supports the preconstruction team by assisting in the development of direct cost estimates and the evaluation of change orders for moderate to complex projects. Key responsibilities include contributing to quantity take-offs, analyzing project scope, and supporting estimate development across diverse project types. The intern gains exposure to subcontractor and vendor coordination, qualification processes, and the preparation of budget costs for self-performed work.

Furthermore, the intern assists in evaluating teaming partners and preparing documentation for internal review and approval.

Assist in receiving, organizing, and distributing project design documents to internal teams and subcontractors

Review project documents to develop an understanding of scope of work

Support the preparation and submission of Requests for Information (RFIs)

Assist in soliciting subcontractor and vendor bids

Attend pre-bid meetings and site walk-throughs when available

Support site visits to understand existing conditions and identify scope gaps

Assist with quantity take-offs and basic cost analysis for assigned scopes

Help prepare subcontractor bid comparison sheets and evaluate scope coverage

Support review of subcontractor proposals for completeness and accuracy

Assist in identifying potential scope gaps or overlaps

Help ensure estimate pricing reflects current market data and subcontractor input

Support value engineering efforts, alternates, and pricing options

Assist in assembling estimate packages for internal review and submission

Support review of preconstruction schedules and activity durations

Assist in vendor evaluations and documentation

Participate in project closeout and post-project reviews

Support updates to vendor lists based on project outcomes

Strong willingness to learn construction estimating and preconstruction processes

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Basic understanding of Microsoft Office (especially Excel) or willingness to learn

Strong attention to detailand organizational skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to analyze information and support data-driven decisions

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Prior construction experience highly desired

Familiarity with building construction, materials, and trade practices

Exposure to estimating processes and construction documents

Basic understanding of estimating software such as Sage (Timberline)

Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore

Exposure to scheduling tools such as Schedule Logic or Primavera P6

Basic knowledge of cost data tools such as RSMeans

Experience or interest in federal or government contracting

Able to learn new tasks.

Able to maintain focus.

Able to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.

Able to communicate effectively, both orally and written.

Able to interact with a variety of individuals.

Able to understand, remember, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Able to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or…