SUMMER INTERN (Richmond, VA)

Job Description

Job Description

The Construction Intern shall assist in all aspects of the multi-family project construction process and manage the execution of certain tasks throughout all phases of the project lifecycle as determined by the Project Team and direct report.   

PRIMARY DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• Shall report to the Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Preconstruction Director, Lease Superintendent, Superintendent, or Assistant Superintendent he/she is assigned for the various weeks of the internship. 
• Shall be responsible for assisting the Project in managing those elements of the construction process assigned to the Intern. 
• Adherence to all company policies, mission and values.        
• Our Summer 2026 Intern Program is a 10-week program. 
• 1st year Interns will complete a week long onboarding program followed by a 3 week Pre-Construction rotation, concluding with a 6 week rotation assigned to an active project mentoring under Project and Field Management teams.
  • During the opening orientation, our interns will gain their OSHA-10 and First-Aid/CPR Certifications. 
  • During the 3 weeks with our Pre-con team our interns will gain a basic understanding of Breeden’s pre-con process and duties (Pre-construction rotation is specific to the region of Richmond )
  • During the 6 weeks assigned to a specific project our interns will gain a basic understanding of Breeden’s Project Manager and Superintendent workload and duties.
• Returning interns will have the option to spend all 9 weeks assigned to a specific project/mentor.
  • Learn and understand divisions of work (Div 16 format).
  • Develop an understanding of reading plans and specifications on the project they are placed.
  • Develop effective communications skills to communicate to the subcontractors onsite.
  • Learn to effectively write and submit an RFI from a superintendent perspective.
  • Learn to effectively review submittals and shop drawings.
  • Learn to review the submittal log.
  • Learn to spot safety violations onsite and how to communicate with the subcontractors to help them understand the violation and fix it.
  • Learn the buyout process and how to level subcontractor bids.
  • Learn the difference from when to use a purchase order verses a subcontract verses a service agreement.
  • Learn to identify problems before they happen and/or come up with solutions to fix them.
  • Learn to manage logistics onsite.
  • Learn the ability to identify onsite what you see in the plans.
• Any other duty as assigned by direct supervisor 

• This position has NO supervisory responsibilities. 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with competing priorities and multiple project relationships 
• Exceptional computer skills in Excel, good working knowledge of Word, Outlook, and other industry related estimating, project management and scheduling software
• Bluebeam software use and understanding.
• Preferred knowledge with Microsoft Project
• Detail and deadline oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Advanced problem-solving skills, organizations skills, solid verbal & written communication skills, excellent relationship building skills, as well as strong leadership and team management skills
• Position requires extensive interaction with team members, co-employees, public officials, design consultants, subcontractors and venders.  Intern is expected to work well with others and always exhibit a professional and courteous demeanor.

MISSION AND VALUES:

• At Breeden, our mission- Help Others. Live Better. – is the heartbeat of everything we do. It fuels our commitment to building thriving communities, delivering exceptional service, and creating meaningful career paths. As one of the nation’s leading firms in development, property management, commercial real estate, and general contracting, we don’t just set the standard- we elevate it. Our success is powered by a team of driven collaborative professionals who bring our core values to every project: professionalism, integrity, accountability, passion with purpose, teamwork, and fun. We are not just employees – we are the foundation of our legacy and the architects of our future.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires minimal physical lifting of construction documents and requires extensive walking during jobsite visits.
• Prolonged periods walking, standing, sitting, driving.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time. 
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions. 

LOCATION:

• Onsite requirements
• Onsite required.  This is an onsite position and no essential job duties can be performed remotely.
• Travel Requirements
• This position will require local travel to other area locations. 

This job description should not be interpreted as a complete list of all the duties, qualifications and responsibilities performed by the jobholder. To maintain organizational flexibility, management has the discretion to add, drop or change at any time the duties, responsibilities, and expectations of this job. 

The Breeden Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

AT WILL: Nothing in this job description creates or is intended to create an employment agreement, express or implied. Nothing contained in this, or any other document provided to the employee, is intended to be, nor should it be construed, as a contract for employment or that any benefit will be continued for any period of time. In addition, no company representative is authorized to modify this policy for any employee or to enter into any agreement, oral or written, that changes the at-will relationship.