Construction Management Intern/Co-Op

Construction Management Co-Op Intern We're an entrepreneur, fast-growing team of project managers, estimators, superintendents, safety and administrative support personnel. As leaders in quality construction management, we're committed to providing impeccable service to our clients, a safe work environment for our team, and an opportunity for our employees to grow and enjoy the benefits of work/life balance. Here at ALLY, we cultivate a collaborative environment that values tenacity, attention to detail, and comradery. Since outstanding customer service is our best product, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with our entire customer base. As a Construction Management Co-Op Intern with ALLY Construction Services, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in construction safety, project management, and field operations. As you progress through our program, you will actively participate in all of the following roles: Project Engineer, Field Engineer, and Safety Engineer. In this three year layout, interns participating in their first year will have 3 fields of focus: Construction Management, Field Operations, and Safety. Year two will have an enhanced focus on the intern's primary and secondary field choice. Year three of the program will be dedicated to the intern's primary field choice. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will learn about the following: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT – providing technical, administrative, and managerial support to Project Managers and Senior Management in the life sciences sector. Effective communication, networking, relationship building, and time management skills are essential in this role. FIELD OPERATIONS – obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed for project construction, ensuring adherence to safety standards, schedules, and quality benchmarks. This role involves troubleshooting challenges, assisting with on-site project administration, and technical management. SAFETY – implementation and monitoring of safety programs, regulations, and procedures on construction work sites. The position requires identifying potential hazards, improving working conditions, and fostering a commitment to health and well-being among workers. The combination of ALLY's three-phased co-op program offers exposure from project inception to completion, promoting interpersonal skills, client service attitude, attention to detail, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders. Moreover, upon successful completion, you may receive a job offer that will waive the 90-day benefits waiting period for interns transitioning to full-time employment status.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM GOALS

Develop good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing, proficient with computer applications as required to perform effectively in the construction industry. Provide real world experiences that help further develop understanding of scheduling programs beyond classroom applications. Present an opportunity to develop the ability to work in a campus setting and corporate style environment. Present an opportunity for students to work in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing experience (or similar) preferred. During the course of this internship, students are provided the opportunity to regularly work on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock as would be experienced when one enters the construction work force. May perform other duties as necessary or assigned. The student / Intern will be provided the opportunity to work with a motivated team in a challenging environment where team skills are fostered and developed.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITY

YEAR 1 CURRICULUM |

PROJECT ENGINEER

Introduction to the implementation of the site safety programs, project procedures and work rules as required and ensure subcontractor compliance with ALLY safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations. Assist with work review to be sure it is accurate and within accepted tolerances. Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation. Assist with problem solving, writing reports to outline issues and potential solutions, and working to create more efficient resolutions. Provide support for regularly conducted on-site meetings with subcontractors, vendors and others as appropriate with respect to schedule, safety issues, and other matters relating to performance in the field. Physical demands to be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include sitting, walking, standing, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling or crouching, reaching with hands and arms, using hands, fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and taste or smell; vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Assist with the timely preparation of Project Management reports (i.e. Cost estimates, RFI's, Cost analysis reports, Submittal reports, etc.) and distribute to the office. Interface and work harmoniously with respective Project Managers, Superintendents, and other ALLY Construction Services' personnel.

FIELD ENGINEER

Introduction to the implementation of the site safety program, project procedures and work rules as required and ensure subcontractor compliance with ALLY safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations. Assist with work review to be sure it is accurate and within accepted tolerances. Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation. Provide support for regularly conducted on-site meetings with subcontractors, vendors and others as appropriate with respect to schedule, safety issues, and other matters relating to performance in the field. Physical demands to be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include sitting, walking, standing, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling or crouching, frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, reaching with hands and arms, using hands, fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and taste or smell; vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Assist with the timely preparation of field reports (i.e. daily superintendent's reports, safety reports, etc.) and distribute to the office.

SAFETY ENGINEER

Introduction to safety fundamentals, safety introduction to construction industry, regulatory compliance basics. Site visits to understand construction environments. Shadowing safety professionals during inspections. Assist on basic safety checklist development for construction sites. Participate in risk assessments for ongoing projects. Assist in the development of emergency response plans. Conduct a mock safety audit. Prepare a report on risk assessment findings and recommendations. HazCom review and implementation. Review of State, Federal, and/or local regulations, SOP's, and client specific procedures. Physical demands to be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include sitting, walking, standing, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling or crouching, frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, reaching with hands and arms, using hands, fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and taste or smell; vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

YEAR 2 CURRICULUM |

PROJECT ENGINEER

Assist the implementation of the site safety program, project procedures and work rules as required and ensure subcontractor compliance with ALLY safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations. Assist in the maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for Office operations. Assist with work review to be sure it is accurate and within accepted tolerances. Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper contract documents. Assist with problem solving, writing reports to outline issues and potential solutions, and working to create more efficient resolutions. Provide support for regularly conducted on-site meetings with subcontractors, vendors, and others as appropriate with respect to schedule, safety issues, and other matters relating to performance in the field. Physical demands to be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include sitting, walking, standing, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling or crouching, reaching with hands and arms, using hands, fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and taste or smell; vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Assist with the timely preparation of Project Management reports (i.e. Cost estimates, RFI's, Cost analysis reports, Submittal reports, etc.) and distribute to the office. Develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of all ALLY Construction Services disciplines, including their role as the customer.

FIELD ENGINEER

Review and assist with the implementation of ALLY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES