The Summer Associate role provides you with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Clark organization and construction industry. With the full investment of Clark leaders and teams, you will develop a strong foundation in various aspects of construction, including project development, project management, field engineering and supervision, and business operations. **Responsibilities** We have opportunities in vertical and civil construction, electrical and foundations specialties, and more. While roles will vary based on your assigned department or jobsite, your assignments might include: Project Delivery - Project Management Working in project management gives you an understanding of the day-to-day and long-term business and financial management associated with construction projects. Responsibilities include: + Financial Management - Review gross billings, track change orders and subcontractor requisitions + Document Control - Managing the submittals, RFI, and material tracking process + Trade Partner Success - Become a trusted advisor to our subcontractors to plan for a successful field installation Project Delivery - Field Management Working in field management will allow you to learn the building process, assist in laying the groundwork for projects and coordinate the sequence of work on a project site. Responsibilities include: + Quality Control and Safety - Monitoring trade workers with emphasis on quality of work and safety + Project Schedule - Assisting with schedule management and site logistics + Critical Thinking - Resolving unforeseen challenges within installation, schedule, and trade partner coordination Project Development Working in project development, you will learn how Clark acquires new work, develops strategies for meeting project goals and maintains relationships with clients. Departments within project development include budgeting, estimating, and purchasing. Responsibilities include: + Budgeting - Reviewing initial contract documents, soliciting and providing preliminary evaluations of subcontractor bids + Estimating - Performing quantity takeoffs, preparing the overall bid proposal and quantify labor and material prices required for projects + Purchasing - Collaborate to execute subcontractor agreements, review scope of work and manage relationships with the subcontractor community **Basic Qualifications** + Currently attending university and working to complete an undergraduate or masters degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field + Genuine interest and passion for the construction industry **Preferred Qualifications** + Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and driven by challenge + Solution-oriented problem solver with a hands-on and team-oriented attitude + Able to manage multiple, competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment + Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence supervisors, peers, and external partners **Summer Associate Program Overview** Our summer associate program provides a realistic view of what it’s like to work at Clark through meaningful, hands-on experiences. Our goal is to provide you with countless opportunities for learning, growth, and career development, and we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience both professionally and personally. In addition to gaining valuable hands-on experience, you will have the opportunity to build relationships throughout the organization through activities such as socials, jobsite tours, community service, and company events. The summer associate program is a full-time program (minimum of 40 hours per week) that starts in late May or early June and typically runs about 8-10 weeks in length. Summer Associates are eligible and encouraged to work overtime during their time at Clark. Clark offers positions at its offices and jobsites throughout the country. **Summer Associate Range** **_:_** _Clark offers a total compensation package. Benefits could include commuter benefits or fitness reimbursement. Hourly rates will be determined by factors such as geographic location, education, skills, experience, and market considerations. For this role the hourly rate is $24-30/ hr._ Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/) . There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers) . Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. **_Asset Solutions_** **Altura Associates (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Altura)** **Coda** **Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Edgemoor/)** **S2N Technology Group** _Building & Infrastructure_ **Atkinson Construction (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Atkinson)** **Shirley Contracting Company** **C3M Power Systems (https://clark.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/C3MExternal)** **_Equal Opportunity Employer_** Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). The Know Your Rights poster is available here: Know Your Rights (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) and the Pay Transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) . Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please e-mail leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. **_Authorization to Work_** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full time basis in order to be considered. **_Employment Information_** Construction work requires strenuous physical activity. The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing several flights of stairs or ladders uninterrupted, working at extensive heights, lifting 50 pounds, repetitive lifting, working a minimum of 40 hours per week, working outdoors as required, seeing with clarity (naturally or with correction), having accurate depth perception and acceptable peripheral vision, and hearing sufficiently (naturally or with correction) to respond to verbal instruction, warning bells, and alarms. Without eliminating ANY of the above essential functions, are you able to fully perform all job duties with or without reasonable accommodation? If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform any of the essential functions listed above, you must contact Human Resources immediately at (240) 653-2364 Equal Opportunity Employer: Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug-free workplace.