Construction Manager Internship

Job Description

Job Description

The 2027 Summer Construction Manager Intern works in the field alongside our Construction Managers (Superintendents) to learn how quality homes are built safely, on schedule, and within budget. The intern will gain hands-on experience in scheduling trade partners, conducting quality inspections, managing job-site safety, and delivering an excellent experience to homebuyers from start of construction through closing and warranty.

Key Responsibilities

• Shadow and assist Construction Managers in overseeing the daily construction of single-family homes and/or townhomes across one or more communities.
• Help schedule, coordinate, and communicate with trade partners and suppliers to keep homes on schedule.
• Conduct quality control walks at key construction stages (pre-pour, frame, pre-drywall, final) and document punch items.
• Monitor job-site safety and cleanliness and help ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Assist with coordinating municipal inspections and tracking inspection results.
• Learn to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and option selections.
• Participate in homebuyer meetings such as pre-construction, frame walks, and new-home orientations.
• Use construction scheduling and management software to update schedules and track progress.
• Complete a capstone project (e.g., cycle-time or quality improvement) and present to leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Building Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Interest in a career in residential construction and field operations.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and walk active job sites.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior construction, trade, or job-site experience.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Familiarity with scheduling or construction management software (e.g., BuildPro, SupplyPro, Hyphen, Procore).

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position requires regular walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs and ladders, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required on job sites.

What You’ll Gain

Real field experience managing homes under construction, a working knowledge of the full build process, and a clear path toward an Assistant Construction Manager or Construction Manager role.

Homes by WestBay, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

 

Other duties may be assigned as necessary, and reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.