Building Group Intern - Engineer at Sundt Construction in San Diego, CA | Kablio

Role

Description

surveying

testing

report prep

quantity takeoffs

shop drawings

cost control

Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing.
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Attending bid openings, conferences, etc.; taking notes, making records, completing forms.
Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and sub-contractors for proposals.
Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, and assisting with cost control records.
Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring.
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
Observing and reporting results of meeting and conducting site tours for visitors .
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis

Requirements

manual labor

microsoft office

ppe

construction management

safety compliance

Working as a manual laborer, helper, clerk or technician assistant, etc.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1914

Year Established

The company was established in 1914, marking over a century of construction expertise.

Specializes in a broad range of projects, from buildings to infrastructure and energy.
Handles large-scale and complex projects with financial stability and growth.
Notable projects include transportation infrastructure, energy facilities, and high-rise buildings.
Strong presence in both private and public sector construction, focusing on innovation and efficiency.
Diverse portfolio includes significant work in industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.
Excels in delivering challenging projects on time and within budget, building long-term client relationships.

Culture + Values

Ranked Twice

Nation's Safest Construction Company

Recognized by the Associated General Contractors of America for prioritizing safety above all else.

100% Owned

Employee-Owned Company

A company where every employee is an owner, fostering a culture of shared success and responsibility.

Integrity: Our business is built on integrity, fairness and honesty—qualities at the foundation of every project. We say what we are going to do, and we do it.
Quality: We are relentlessly focused on executing to the highest standards for our clients and communities. We give our very best on every task we perform.
Accountability: We guide our business with clear communication, expectations and data-driven decisions. We understand how our actions affect the company’s future, and we take ownership of our successes and our failures.
Service: We go out of our way to advance our profession and improve people’s lives in the communities where we live and work. It is both a responsibility and a privilege to help create a lasting, positive impact.
Innovation: We strive every day to better our tools, our processes and ourselves to build better. As our clients evolve, we pioneer new approaches to meet and anticipate their needs.
Mission: Our mission is to be the most skilled builder in America.
Purpose: Our purpose is to build environments where our clients, employee-owners and communities prosper.
Prosperity: Prosperity is about making a positive impact on the people we work with, the places we build, and the planet overall.

Environment + Sustainability

50+ employees

Sustainability Experts

Over 50 employees are certified as LEED Accredited Professionals.

#39 ranked

Top Firm Ranking

Ranked 39th in ENR's Top 200 Environmental Firms for 2023.

80% reduction

Power Plant Efficiency

Achieved an 80% reduction in emissions through a power plant upgrade.

50% waste recycled

Sustainable Infrastructure

Recycled at least 50% of waste materials in a Salt Lake City project.

Net-zero target date not stated publicly.
Offices in Tempe and Tucson are LEED Gold-certified; Tempe office also holds three Green Globes.
Envision Qualified through Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure.
Implemented LED lighting, automated HVAC, eco-friendly fuels, recycling programs, video-conferencing, and alternative-mode commuting incentives.
Pioneered green building: first LEED Platinum building in Southwest, first Envision Gold public infrastructure in San Francisco.
Project example: Golden West College LAC designed toward Net Zero Energy, using natural ventilation and solar chimney stacks.

Inclusion & Diversity

48% Spend

SD Airport Project

Significant investment in XBE subcontractors for the San Diego airport project.

38% Across

SoCal Projects

XBE subcontractor participation across $1.4 billion in Southern California projects.

100% Increase

Leadership Development

Doubled female and ethnically diverse participation in leadership programs.

To build inclusive environments with a diverse workforce where everyone can prosper.
Dedicated DEI Specialist (Tracy Sanders) and full‑time DEI committee with certified professionals.
Manager training includes implicit bias, microaggressions, psychological safety, SCARF model.
Employee resource group established for women in construction.
Partnerships with CSU, SBDC, NAWIC, and Femineer to promote women and diverse trades in engineering and construction.

Articles

Role

Description

surveying

testing

report prep

quantity takeoffs

shop drawings

cost control

Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing.
Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
Attending bid openings, conferences, etc.; taking notes, making records, completing forms.
Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and sub-contractors for proposals.
Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, and assisting with cost control records.
Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring.
Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
Observing and reporting results of meeting and conducting site tours for visitors .
May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis

Requirements

manual labor

microsoft office

ppe

construction management

safety compliance

Working as a manual laborer, helper, clerk or technician assistant, etc.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1914

Year Established

The company was established in 1914, marking over a century of construction expertise.

Specializes in a broad range of projects, from buildings to infrastructure and energy.
Handles large-scale and complex projects with financial stability and growth.
Notable projects include transportation infrastructure, energy facilities, and high-rise buildings.
Strong presence in both private and public sector construction, focusing on innovation and efficiency.
Diverse portfolio includes significant work in industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.
Excels in delivering challenging projects on time and within budget, building long-term client relationships.

Culture + Values

Ranked Twice

Nation's Safest Construction Company

Recognized by the Associated General Contractors of America for prioritizing safety above all else.

100% Owned

Employee-Owned Company

A company where every employee is an owner, fostering a culture of shared success and responsibility.

Integrity: Our business is built on integrity, fairness and honesty—qualities at the foundation of every project. We say what we are going to do, and we do it.
Quality: We are relentlessly focused on executing to the highest standards for our clients and communities. We give our very best on every task we perform.
Accountability: We guide our business with clear communication, expectations and data-driven decisions. We understand how our actions affect the company’s future, and we take ownership of our successes and our failures.
Service: We go out of our way to advance our profession and improve people’s lives in the communities where we live and work. It is both a responsibility and a privilege to help create a lasting, positive impact.
Innovation: We strive every day to better our tools, our processes and ourselves to build better. As our clients evolve, we pioneer new approaches to meet and anticipate their needs.
Mission: Our mission is to be the most skilled builder in America.
Purpose: Our purpose is to build environments where our clients, employee-owners and communities prosper.
Prosperity: Prosperity is about making a positive impact on the people we work with, the places we build, and the planet overall.

Environment + Sustainability

50+ employees

Sustainability Experts

Over 50 employees are certified as LEED Accredited Professionals.

#39 ranked

Top Firm Ranking

Ranked 39th in ENR's Top 200 Environmental Firms for 2023.

80% reduction

Power Plant Efficiency

Achieved an 80% reduction in emissions through a power plant upgrade.

50% waste recycled

Sustainable Infrastructure

Recycled at least 50% of waste materials in a Salt Lake City project.

Net-zero target date not stated publicly.
Offices in Tempe and Tucson are LEED Gold-certified; Tempe office also holds three Green Globes.
Envision Qualified through Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure.
Implemented LED lighting, automated HVAC, eco-friendly fuels, recycling programs, video-conferencing, and alternative-mode commuting incentives.
Pioneered green building: first LEED Platinum building in Southwest, first Envision Gold public infrastructure in San Francisco.
Project example: Golden West College LAC designed toward Net Zero Energy, using natural ventilation and solar chimney stacks.

Inclusion & Diversity

48% Spend

SD Airport Project

Significant investment in XBE subcontractors for the San Diego airport project.

38% Across

SoCal Projects

XBE subcontractor participation across $1.4 billion in Southern California projects.

100% Increase

Leadership Development

Doubled female and ethnically diverse participation in leadership programs.

To build inclusive environments with a diverse workforce where everyone can prosper.
Dedicated DEI Specialist (Tracy Sanders) and full‑time DEI committee with certified professionals.
Manager training includes implicit bias, microaggressions, psychological safety, SCARF model.
Employee resource group established for women in construction.
Partnerships with CSU, SBDC, NAWIC, and Femineer to promote women and diverse trades in engineering and construction.

Articles