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2027 Summer Internship
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A Project or Program Administrative Assistant provides administrative assistance to a program team or project management team. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages team calendars and helps to organize meetings and events. Provides administrative support for program activities, financial reports and budgets, grants or project proposals; may help to arrange travel.
$65,581 / year median in Maryland
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Type:
Full-Time Job Description:
Donohoe Construction Company 2027Summer Internship US-MD-Bethesda Job ID:
2026-4483 # ofOpenings:
12Category:
Construction - Project Engineer Donohoe Construction Company Overview Donohoe Construction Company, one of the most prominent, large, and established General Contractors in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area is actively seeking a highly motivated Construction Intern to join our Construction Team. Responsibilities Provide administrative and technical functions to multiple construction projects including submittals, RFIs, scheduling assistance, document organization, processing owner and subcontract AIA bills, subcontract coordination, cost engineering, and general project administration. This position is also responsible for assisting in coordinating field operations and supervising specific phases of a project to ensure the installations comply with the contract documents, per the project schedule, and meet our high standard of quality. This individual also shares in the responsibility of maintaining a clean and safe work environment. As a result of our core values, integrity, hard work, and fair play, we've maintained a reputation of excellence across the industry. We provide ongoing training and networking programs as we strive to develop every employee to his or her maximum potential. There are no barriers to success at Donohoe Construction Company. Qualifications Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Responsible for assisting with the set-up of project files
- Responsible for assisting with administration of project closeout (if applicable)
- Assist with development of trade scope packages
- Work closely with Project Engineer and Assistant Project Manager on day to day project requirements such as RFI's, PCO's, submittals/procurement, and meeting minutes
- Aiding in the review of submittals for compliance with Contract Requirements
- Tracking and maintenance of Subcontractor / Supplier Contract Requirements
- Daily maintenance of logs and tracking for multiple projects
- Comprehend contract documents, submittals, cut sheets, and coordination drawings for the specific areas and/or subcontractors under supervision
- Assisting with the review the contract scopes of work and ensure that subcontractors are performing the work in compliance with requirements
- Review the master schedule and utilize this as a basis to assist in developing and maintaining a short-term progress schedule; aiding in the development of crew flows and durations for each activity and monitor subcontractor compliance
- Collaborating with the Assistant Superintendent to update the Superintendent and Project Management team on material and equipment shipments and deliveries
- Perform daily safety inspections to ensure a safe work environment and all personnel are using the necessary personnel protection devices for their associated tasks/trades in accordance with the Donohoe Safety Program
- Establish effective working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and team members
- Participate in weekly Subcontractor Foreman meetings
- Assist in preparing Daily Work Reports
- Part of team responsible for jobs ranging between $40MM and $100MM Knowledge and Experience Requirements
- Preferably working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a Construction-related discipline such as Construction Management or Civil Engineering
- Previous experience (i.e. internships) in construction management
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic understanding of Project Management software
- Ability to read blue prints
- Basic understanding of construction means and methods and procedures
- Good verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a flexible work environment and change direction as needed for the given task
- Demonstrates a desire to learn and a drive to excel EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Salary:
$20.00Benefits
- Dental Insurance