New West Building Company

Job Description

Job Title: Intern II – Project Engineer

Reports To: Project Manager/Senior Project Manager/Superintendent

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Status: Temporary. Full Time.

Date Prepared: November 2025

General Purpose

The Intern II - Project Engineer is an entry-level position providing day-to-day support to the project team throughout all phases of construction. This role offers hands-on learning opportunities while assisting Project Managers, Superintendents, and Project Engineers with project documentation, coordination, and execution.

Essential Functions

Project Coordination & Learning

• Learn directly from Project Teams, including Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously at various stages of construction.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure construction accuracy and adherence to design intent.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and documenting Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings, including taking minutes, updating Procore, and communicating action items.

Documentation & Technology

• Learn and utilize Procore and Bluebeam for project management, coordination, and documentation.
• Manage project documents in Procore: update drawings and specifications, link RFIs to drawings, and organize project photos.
• Review, track, and distribute Requests for Information (RFIs); draft RFIs with oversight from the Project Manager or Superintendent.
• Assist in the review, tracking, and processing of submittals, ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications.

Field & Quality Support

• Assist in quality assurance and control (QA/QC) by reviewing construction documents and verifying dimensions, equipment installation, and building component placement.
• Identify and discuss discrepancies or variances with the Project Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
• Conduct weekly safety inspections in Procore; report violations and prepare safety summaries for project teams.
• Support field operations by maintaining a clean and safe jobsite and reinforcing safety standards and procedures.

Procurement & Estimating

• Assist with the preparation, compilation, and distribution of bid documents for subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Support bid leveling and help write specific scopes of work for subcontract agreements.
• Track material deliveries, verifying quality and quantity against approved submittals.

Scheduling & Permits

• Assist in developing and distributing 3-6 week lookahead schedules in collaboration with the Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Assist with tracking and maintaining building permits, ensuring compliance with local requirements and awareness of procurement lead times.

Administrative & General Support

• Print and compile full-size drawings using the plotter upon request from project teams.
• Assist with other duties and project-related tasks as assigned.

-- Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job—

Competencies

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to problem solve quickly
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organization and strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects concurrently
• Basic understanding of project management principles

Physical Requirements

• • Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, bend, and lift for extended periods
  • Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools
  • Visual and auditory ability to recognize safety signals and hazards and communicate verbally about an active job site
  • Visual acuity and manual dexterity to work on a computer and type for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to visit active construction sites and navigate uneven terrain as necessary.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain standing for extended periods.
  • Regular travel to project sites may be required.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle in varying weather and road conditions.

Work Environment

• The work environment will include both office and field settings. The employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions and construction noise while on site.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for site visits.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is an hourly, non-exempt position. May be seasonal depending on division needs.
• Standard business hours with flexibility based on project demands.

Travel

• Travel Requirement: Primarily local within NWBC’s operating region.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to drive in varying weather conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.) and Bluebeam
• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in construction
• Knowledge of Procore and other construction management software

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

New West Building Company is an AA/EEO Employer committed to a drug free workplace