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This program consists of three eight-month rotations in Project Management, Estimating and Field Operations., * Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Liberal Arts, or a related field * 0-2 years of related experience * Computer Literate * Good communication skills * Accurate with an attention to detail * Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring ## Description Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We'll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We'll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you'll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to learn the industry and lay the foundation for lifelong success., Estimating Responsibilities: * Assist with a Subcontractor database * Assist with assembling Bid Documents for pricing * Document Take-off's: + Specification review and preliminary scope development + Quantity take-off, use of "Digitizer", manual scales, etc. + Organize the take-off using spreadsheets + Develop bid clarifications and RFI's + Participate in the project "Walk-Through" as required + Review trade duration (with subcontractors) for input to the Project Schedule * Assist with the development and updating of the scope sheet for subcontractor pricing * Develop Trade Spreadsheet for Subcontractors' Bids * Assist with Subcontractor pricing * Assist in development of the detailed estimate * Participate in Architect/Owner Meetings * Assist with Preparation of "Hard Bids" * Assist in writing: + Qualifications and Assumptions for Contract + Establishing the Accepted Value Engineering + Establishing the Alternate Pricing + Confirming the Document List Field Operations Responsibilities: * Gain a basic knowledge and understanding of document control * Knowledge on reading and processing basic shop drawings and comparing them to project documents. Verification of shop drawings to field conditions * Gain a basic understanding of the Exhibit B process * Assist in maintenance of project files * Support the quality control and punch list process * Gain a basic understanding of the construction process, including the means and methods of various trades * Assist with site logistics and Construction Management Plan * Assist with establishing and maintaining vertical and horizontal control on the project * Assist with safety requirements on the job * Assist with the Baseline Schedule updates * Assist Superintendent with project documentation including the daily report Project Management Responsibilities: * Assist with creation of Change Orders and understand the processes and procedures around them * Assist with purchasing process, from procurement through execution of the Subcontract/PO * Assist with the back charge process * Assist with processing of vendor and subcontractor requisitions * Knowledge on reading and processing shop drawings and comparing them to project documents * Gain a basic understanding of contract documents * Assist with the owner requisition process * Support the punch list process and work with the team to develop O&M Manuals and as-built warranty information * Assist with the submittal, procurement, and delivery process * Participate in project meetings ## Related Videos - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [Beyond the Numbers: Engineering Recruiting Excellence Through Quality, Data, and Team Empowerment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1491-beyond-the-numbers-engineering-recruiting-excellence-through-quality-data-and-team-empowerment) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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