Construction Superintendent Intern
Join Our Growing Team at 7 Summits Construction
7 Summits Construction is a Minority Owned Business (MBE) located in Hartford, CT, dedicated to providing best-in-class construction management services and building stronger communities. We are experiencing tremendous growth and are seeking motivated and dynamic individuals to join our team. We are actively looking for a Superintendent Intern to support our experienced on-site construction team and gain valuable hands-on experience in construction site management. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals, work on exciting projects, and develop essential skills for a successful career in construction site supervision.
As a Superintendent Intern, you will assist the project superintendent and site team in managing the daily on-site construction activities. You will play an essential role in ensuring that all project milestones are met while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- On-Site Management Support: Assist in planning and overseeing on-site construction activities from mobilization through closeout, ensuring compliance with contract documents, plans, specifications, and applicable building codes.
- Trade Contractor Management: Work with the project team to manage trade workers, including scheduling, progress tracking, and resource allocation.
- Client & Team Collaboration: Collaborate with clients, project managers, design professionals, and inspectors to ensure work is progressing according to plan.
- Material Coordination: Assist in coordinating material and equipment deliveries with vendors and suppliers to minimize disruptions to client operations.
- Scheduling Assistance: Support the creation and maintenance of two-week look-ahead schedules, and help organize and hold regular foreman meetings with trade contractors.
- Site Reporting: Assist in maintaining detailed daily reports of job site operations, tracking labor workforce, inspections, deliveries, weather impacts, and safety incidents.
- Field Documentation: Help document ongoing work with continuous photo updates, focusing on major building systems, concealed spaces, and areas of concern at critical milestones.
- Quality Control & Safety: Support strict quality control and assurance standards and uphold safety protocols to maintain a safe, secure job site at all times.
- Regulatory Compliance: Coordinate with local and state agencies, including building inspectors and fire marshals, to ensure timely inspections and obtain final approvals for project completion.
- Change Management: Identify potential scope gaps, change orders, and contractual issues, and communicate them to the Project Manager for resolution.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Build Long-Term Client Relationships: Assist the superintendent in building strong relationships with clients based on trust and proven performance.
- Develop Subcontractor Relationships: Help foster strong relationships with subcontractors and actively recruit qualified subcontractors for upcoming projects.
- Pre-Construction Involvement: Participate in pre-construction activities, providing scheduling, estimating, and logistics input for proposed project plans.
- Take Ownership: Take pride in your work and participate in company-wide events, meetings, and social activities to foster a strong team culture.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Knowledge or interest in construction site operations, scheduling, and safety protocols.
- Familiarity or ability to learn software such as MS Office, Procore, BlueBeam, and scheduling tools like MS Project Planner or Primavera P6.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- OSHA 10 HR Safety Certification is a plus (can be obtained during the internship).
Why Join 7 Summits Construction?
At 7 Summits Construction, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where you can gain hands-on experience in construction management. As a Superintendent Intern, you will work alongside experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping you develop the skills needed to succeed in the construction industry. This paid internship offers valuable exposure to high-profile projects and an opportunity to build a strong foundation for your future career.
7 Summits Construction is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other protected category as defined by local, state, or federal laws. We believe that diversity strengthens our team and enhances the quality of the projects we deliver to our clients and the communities we serve.