Construction Project Manager Intern or Co-Op 2027 (GSC)

About You:

Are you a problem-solver who’s energized by project management, construction, field coordination, and the challenge of powering large-scale construction projects? Do you thrive in collaborative environments and take pride in doing the right thing with integrity and precision?

If you answered “Yes!” — this opportunity was designed with you in mind.

At ARCO & GSC Design/Build, we’re not just constructing buildings — we’re developing the next generation of leaders in construction. Join us and experience what it means to be part of one of the nation’s top design/build construction firms.

A Day in the Life:

As an Project Manager Intern/Co-op , you’ll gain firsthand exposure to the electrical scope of industrial and commercial projects — from preconstruction through closeout. You’ll work directly with project managers and trade partners to bring high-performance facilities to life.

Here’s what you can expect:

Design-Build Process – Learn how we manage design/build projects within fully integrated projects from concept to completion

Design/Build Projects Estimating & Takeoffs – Assist in evaluating design documents and preparing Design/Build cost estimates

Design Coordination – Attend meetings with engineers, architects, and project teams to ensure design aligns with project goals

Scheduling Support – Help develop and monitor schedules specific to all trades and equipment installation

Necessary Qualifications:

Enrolled in an accredited Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Civil/Structural Engineering , Construction Engineering , Building Systems , or Construction Management undergraduate or graduate program (other related majors considered)

Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn

Prior co-op or intern experience in engineering or general construction (preferred, not required)

GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred, not required)

What We Can Offer You:

Our culture is built on four core values:

Treat people fairly and do the right thing

Understand our customers’ business and solve their problems

Be positive, upbeat, and have fun

Create opportunities for individual financial success based on merit

What you’ll get as part of our internship/co-op program:

Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities

Housing stipend available based on need

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets