Project Manager – Critical Infrastructure – Intern

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Support Project Managers in the daily execution of assigned projects from initiation to completion.

• Organize scope documents, contract files, submittals, and execution plans effectively.

• Prepare, distribute, and monitor RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and action-item logs.

• Read and interpret contract documents, drawings, and technical specifications under the guidance of the Project Manager.

• Identify issues, open questions, and possible constraints to communicate to the supervising Project Manager.

• Monitor labor, material, and subcontractor expenses against project budgets.

• Maintain cost logs, purchase order documentation, and forecasting spreadsheets.

• Assist in the documentation of change orders and supporting materials for the Project Manager and client review.

• Update project schedules and milestone trackers as needed.

• Track progress against timelines and gather status updates from field and internal teams.

• Prepare weekly status reports, dashboards, and lookahead summaries for project stakeholders.

• Participate in project meetings with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Document and disseminate meeting minutes and action items post-meeting.

• Organize meeting logistics, agendas, and follow-up actions.

• Facilitate communication with internal team members and, when necessary, external stakeholders.

• Engage in onboarding, mentorship check-ins, and training related to company tools and standards.

• Complete a capstone project or presentation summarizing work undertaken and key lessons learned at the end of the term.

• Fulfill assigned tasks and deliverables punctually and within budget constraints.

• Perform additional related duties as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field; recent graduates within 6 months may also be considered.

• Preference for rising juniors or seniors.

• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Capability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and proactively seek clarification in a fast-paced environment.

• Interest in construction, mission-critical infrastructure, data centers, or building automation and controls.

• Active enrollment in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program is required.

• A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred.

• Coursework in project management, construction, engineering, or scheduling is advantageous.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working on a computer.

• Ability to navigate through offices, job sites, and warehouse settings as necessary.

• Capability to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

• Any air travel necessitates REAL ID-compliant identification or a passport.

🏝️ Benefits

• Direct mentorship from seasoned Project Managers in the mission-critical and data center sectors.

• Practical experience with active projects, tangible deliverables, and industry-standard tools.

• Structured feedback and an end-of-term performance evaluation.

• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to program-level operations.

• Potential consideration for full-time Assistant Project Manager roles upon graduation, contingent on performance and business requirements.

• Occasional site visits may be available as a learning opportunity.

• Competitive hourly compensation.