Fall 2026 Preconstruction Co-op

• Assist Estimators and Sales Engineers in all phases of the bid process.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to solicit material and equipment quotes.
• Manage and organize construction documents.
• With Preconstruction team—review project drawings and specifications to develop estimates and proposals.
• Use our software tools (FastPIPE, FastDUCT, Bluebeam) to produce labor and materials reports.
• Support Preconstruction tech initiatives, including RPAs and data capture.
• Attend jobsite walks to track and measure estimate performance.
• Foster relationships with profit centers and represent the Preconstruction department.

• Candidates must be enrolled in a Co-op program at an accredited engineering school majoring in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related degree.
• Candidates must complete at least two full-time, alternating or sequential Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full courseload while working, which may delay graduation.
  • 1^st Rotation: Fall 2026
  • 2^nd Rotation: Summer 2027

• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and detail-focused.
• Productive in fast-paced environments with strong multitasking skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload efficiently.
• Effective communicator across diverse teams, including PMs, drafting, field staff, and fabrication shops.
• Ability to problem solve, think innovatively, and use available time effectively.

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment. 

• No or limited exposure to physical risk; occasional jobsite visits may require climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas.

• Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally. 

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.