DoD SkillBridge - Project Manager (Business Development)

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Project Manager (Business Development)

SkillBridge Host Company: CentiMark

SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC

Location: Pensacola, FL

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program. To Apply: Apply to this posting and then go to and complete the SkillBridge interest form.

Company Overview CentiMark Corporation is the nation's largest commercial roofing contractor, with more than 100 offices and over 3,500 employees across North America. CentiMark specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all major commercial roofing systems, delivering industry-leading service with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

SkillBridge Internship Summary

As a Project Manager (Business Development) SkillBridge Intern, you will learn how commercial construction opportunities are identified, developed, and converted into successful projects. Working closely with sales, estimating, and operations teams, you will gain experience in customer engagement, project planning, proposal development, opportunity tracking, and business growth initiatives. This internship is designed to help transitioning Service Members leverage their military leadership, communication, planning, and relationship-building skills in a customer-focused business environment.

Internship Responsibilities

During the internship, participants will receive training and practical experience in:

• Reviewing and qualifying business development leads and opportunities
• Supporting customer outreach and relationship-building activities
• Assisting with scheduling meetings and site visits with prospective customers
• Learning how customer requirements are evaluated and translated into project solutions
• Assisting with proposal development and presentation preparation
• Supporting project planning and coordination activities
• Maintaining customer communications through phone, email, and CRM systems
• Tracking opportunities, customer interactions, and project progress
• Preparing reports and updates for management review
• Collaborating with estimating, technical, and operations teams to support business growth initiatives
• Developing an understanding of commercial roofing systems and construction services

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build and maintain professional relationships Excellent organizational and time management abilities Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Strong attention to detail and follow-through Interest in business development, project management, sales, construction, or operations Military experience in leadership, logistics, operations, project coordination, customer service, planning, recruiting, training, maintenance management, or business operations is highly transferable to this opportunity.

[ NOTE : Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is understood that no single candidate will have equal expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed. Successful candidates will possess a compelling combination of many of them and the self-awareness and wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]

Vets2PM Provides: Mentorship and guidance via monthly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings. PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course. Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'. Other: Not all internships include certification training by Vets2PM, as many host companies include their own internship-focused training instead. If selected for an internship with Vets2PM please read your approval email, letter, and training plan to be sure you understand what is included in your internship.