Construction Intern at The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company in Downers Grove, IL | USD18-33 | Kablio

Role

Description

estimating

scheduling

rfi management

contracts

procurement

coordination

Attending weekly progress meetings
Cooperating & working with field project management
Assisting with estimates/budgets/value engineering/constructability surveys Assist with writing contracts & purchase orders
Assisting with permit process
Assist with reviewing construction documents & specifications
Request for information (RFI) review/submission & maintenance of log
Interfacing with subcontractors & suppliers
Assisting with settling contracts
Assisting with preparing billings to owner & submitting change orders
Responding to subcontractor RFIs
Assisting with performing costing, scheduling, estimating & project management
Assisting with ordering & expediting materials
Assisting during the bid process
Assisting with scheduling & updates
Assisting with reviewing all document revisions & clarifications
Assisting with quality control & safety
Assisting with approval of invoices
Assisting with maintaining field record
Assisting with coordinating the work between the owner, architect & subcontractors

Requirements

transportation

Transportation is required.

Benefits

Housing may be provided in certain situations.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded 1909

Year Established

The company was established in 1909 by G.W.C. Whiting and LeBaron Turner.

$8B Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates approximately $8 billion in annual revenue.

Top 10 General Contractors

U.S. Ranking

It ranks among the top 10 general building contractors in the United States.

$1.5B Investment

Mass-Timber Headquarters

Under Armour’s mass-timber global headquarters project involves a $1.5 billion investment.

Began with utility and road work at Walter Reed Hospital and has evolved into a national powerhouse.
Delivers both small interior renovations and massive, complex ventures.
Financially independent and bond-rated AAA.
Notable projects include NASA Langley HQ, Kennedy Space Center renovation, Stanford’s McMurtry Art & Architecture building, UVA Rotunda, and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
EXCELLS in construction management, design-build, integrated project delivery, and preconstruction services like budgeting, value engineering, scheduling, commissioning, and LEED coordination.
Current high-profile works span Under Armour’s mass-timber global HQ and a $5 billion silicon-carbide chip plant under the CHIPS Act.

Culture + Values

Doing what’s right, even when no one is looking.
Taking pride in the quality of our work.
Believing in teamwork and mutual respect.
Holding ourselves responsible for our actions and results.
Prioritizing safety for all employees, partners, and communities.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero 2050

Carbon Emissions Target

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions through sustainable practices and innovative construction techniques.

Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship in its projects.
Integrates sustainable building practices, including energy-efficient systems, resource conservation, and green construction techniques.
Delivers numerous high-performance buildings and actively pursues LEED-certified projects.
Reduces environmental impact by using recycled materials and adopting waste-reduction strategies.

Inclusion & Diversity

28% Leadership Roles

Women in Leadership

Percentage of leadership positions held by women as of 2023.

Fosters an inclusive work environment with a focus on creating a diverse workforce.
DEI strategy emphasizes recruitment, retention, and the development of a diverse talent pool.
Maintains robust mentorship programs to support underrepresented groups in the industry.
Tracks and publicly shares progress on DEI goals and outcomes in its annual reports.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Sustainability

Company

Overview

Founded 1909

Year Established

The company was established in 1909 by G.W.C. Whiting and LeBaron Turner.

$8B Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates approximately $8 billion in annual revenue.

Top 10 General Contractors

U.S. Ranking

It ranks among the top 10 general building contractors in the United States.

$1.5B Investment

Mass-Timber Headquarters

Under Armour’s mass-timber global headquarters project involves a $1.5 billion investment.

Began with utility and road work at Walter Reed Hospital and has evolved into a national powerhouse.
Delivers both small interior renovations and massive, complex ventures.
Financially independent and bond-rated AAA.
Notable projects include NASA Langley HQ, Kennedy Space Center renovation, Stanford’s McMurtry Art & Architecture building, UVA Rotunda, and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
EXCELLS in construction management, design-build, integrated project delivery, and preconstruction services like budgeting, value engineering, scheduling, commissioning, and LEED coordination.
Current high-profile works span Under Armour’s mass-timber global HQ and a $5 billion silicon-carbide chip plant under the CHIPS Act.

Culture + Values

Doing what’s right, even when no one is looking.
Taking pride in the quality of our work.
Believing in teamwork and mutual respect.
Holding ourselves responsible for our actions and results.
Prioritizing safety for all employees, partners, and communities.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero 2050

Carbon Emissions Target

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions through sustainable practices and innovative construction techniques.

Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship in its projects.
Integrates sustainable building practices, including energy-efficient systems, resource conservation, and green construction techniques.
Delivers numerous high-performance buildings and actively pursues LEED-certified projects.
Reduces environmental impact by using recycled materials and adopting waste-reduction strategies.

Inclusion & Diversity

28% Leadership Roles

Women in Leadership

Percentage of leadership positions held by women as of 2023.

Fosters an inclusive work environment with a focus on creating a diverse workforce.
DEI strategy emphasizes recruitment, retention, and the development of a diverse talent pool.
Maintains robust mentorship programs to support underrepresented groups in the industry.
Tracks and publicly shares progress on DEI goals and outcomes in its annual reports.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Sustainability