Student Project Coordinator supporting Bird Construction’s construction projects through drawing coordination, trade oversight, field verification, and scheduling. Eight-, 12-, or 16-month co-op starting January 2027.
Responsibilities
Coordinate drawings and work-specific scopes/trades
Review trade quotes and verify material quantities, hours, and rates
Participate in project meetings
Conduct deficiency walks and update deficiency logs
Issue warranties
Take and coordinate progress photos
Update field drawings and produce as-built drawings
Perform quantity takeoffs
Coordinate and supervise sub-trade work
Verify site conditions and coordinate them with drawings
Set up and maintain record keeping
Lay out site lines and grades using a total station
Update, create, and maintain project schedules, including graphical schedules
Obtain scheduling information from sub-trades
Monitor manpower productivity
Requirements
Currently enrolled in Civil, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, Project Management, or Construction program
Must complete at least one more semester of education following the internship
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Ability to lead and operate in an environment where change happens frequently
Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships
Exemplify the Ideal Team Player – Hungry, Humble, Smart
Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals
Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude
Residency, or a valid work permit allowing work for Bird Construction or a wholly owned subsidiary
May be required to successfully complete pre-employment Medical and/or Alcohol & Drug testing for client-specific requirements
All applications must include a current transcript
Benefits
Business-relevant internship/co-op project with independent responsibility
Support from an assigned Supervisor and Technical Mentor
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