Sargent Electric Company: Proposal Coordinator

Sargent Electric Company (https://www.sargentelectric.com) is consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies.  Also, Awarded Safety recognition by Specialty Trades Insurance Company for the large company bracket and The Association of Union Constructors!  Established in 1907, Sargent Electric Company has since evolved into one of the largest electrical contracting companies in the area, providing comprehensive services to our clients.

We are looking to hire a Construction Management Intern based in our Lewiston, ME office. 

Role Summary

The Construction Management Intern works directly under the supervision of Senior Project Managers and Superintendents to gain hands-on experience in the planning, budgeting, and execution of construction projects. The role also assists in daily field operations and administrative tasks, and will gain a comprehensive view of the construction lifecycle from pre-construction to project closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Documentation: Assist in the preparation and management of RFI (Request for Information) logs, submittals, and change orders.
• Site Supervision: Accompany the Superintendent on site walkthroughs to monitor progress, quality control, and safety compliance.
• Scheduling: Help update the master construction schedule using project management software and track milestone completion.
• Vendor Coordination: Communicate with subcontractors and material suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Meeting Support: Attend weekly owner/contractor (OC) meetings, take detailed minutes, and distribute action items to the team.
• Cost Control: Assist in reviewing invoices, verifying quantities of work in place, and tracking project costs against the budget.
• Safety Compliance: Participate in safety orientations and help conduct site safety audits to maintain a hazard-free work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Education: In process of bachelors in construction management, Engineering, Business, or equivalent
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Blueprint Reading: Basic ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and blueprints.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Driver's License: Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to visit various job sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Software Experience: Familiarity with construction management software such as Trimble Projectsight, Bluebeam Revu, Excel, or Microsoft Project.
• Certifications: OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification.
• Previous Experience: Prior internship or field experience in the construction industry.
• Estimating Skills: Exposure to cost estimating or quantity take-offs.

Sargent Electric Company Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sargent Electric Company and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to Sargent Electric Company.