Estimating Intern Position Description

Reports to: Vice President of Estimating (George J. Igel & Co., Inc.)

Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise dictated; 45-50 hour / week

Job Location: 2040 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus OH, 43207

The goal of our internship program is to have our Estimating Intern contribute to the effort and efficiency of the bidding process while gaining an understanding of the Commercial Construction Industry. This internship will begin May 2024 and conclude August 2024. We hope our interns gain an understanding of the Commercial Construction Industry and acquire skills that will promote continued academic success.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect, organize and maintain project documents as required
• Maintain the integrity of project documents from reception to bid submission
• Post addendums to maintain a current set of project documents
• Know the Project better than the owner. Including but not limited to; Plans, specs, and soil reports

• Complete understanding and familiarity of pay items/scope of work

• Take off accurate units of work
• Know the scope of work – recognize and evaluate unusual risk
• Download & print plans
• Coordinate and communicate with vendors and subcontractors during the bidding process
• Attend meetings, including pre-bids and bid openings
• Minimal travel may be required to evaluate proposed project sites prior to bid date
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll bring

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year degree program;

• Valid driver's license & reliable transportation;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office;
• Strong work ethic;
• Willingness to work in a blended environment. Our interns may work in our Corporate Headquarters, and job site trailers, and frequently visit and walk through our job sites;
• Ability to pass a drug screening
• You will prepare and deliver a 5-minute PowerPoint presentation at the close of your internship explaining what you learned and enjoyed during your time with us!

Why Igel?

George J. Igel and Co., Inc. is a heavy civil contractor in Columbus, Ohio. Igel specializes in site development, earthwork, concrete, site utilities, soil stabilization, earth retention, roller compacted concrete, bridges, and asphalt paving. We are a family-owned- business and have been in business for 111 years! Igel values a culture of hard work, dedication, and teamwork.

Equal Opportunity Employer