Leader in commercial & industrial mechanical and electrical contracting across mid‑Atlantic regions.
Assist with project documentation, cost estimates, and 3D modeling for MEP construction.
7 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Richmond, VA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Mechanical Services
Electrical Services
Plumbing Services
HVAC Services
Design-Build
Construction Services
Facilities Services
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Industrial
Commercial
Cold Storage & Food Processing
Education
Grocery & Retail
Hospitality
Manufacturing
Role
Description
fabrication drawings
submittal markups
cost reduction
layout design
estimating
project coordination
Generate full coordination and fabrication drawings—i.e., pounds of metal, accessories, footage, weld inches, feet of pipe, etc.
Document and provide marked up submittals to Project Manager showing any modifications, or discrepancies related to inline duct and piping devices
Collaborate with Project Managers to reduce cost of installation and create an efficient layout/drawing
Provide accurate estimates for completion of assignments
Requirements
mechanical trade
drawing review
high school
jobsite
autocad
revit
A basic level of understanding of his/her trade (mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal) relative to commercial and industrial construction
The ability to read and understand contract drawings, specs, and submittals
High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to work from jobsite environment on occasion
Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and 3D design
Benefits
Employee referral incentives
Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) plan with company match
PTO and paid holidays
Competitive wages
Career development and progression
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1972
Year Founded
The company was established through the merger of two prominent building systems contractors.
2010
Joined Comfort Systems
Integrated national resources while maintaining regional focus and headquarters in Richmond.
$200 million
Annual Revenue
Achieved significant revenue at acquisition, supporting diverse infrastructure projects.
50 years
Company Milestone
Celebrated five decades with the launch of an innovative knowledge-sharing platform.
Began with a vision to elevate regional building systems contracting.
Retained Richmond headquarters and mid-Atlantic focus after joining Comfort Systems USA.
Tackles projects ranging from educational campuses and museums to hospitals and Fortune 500 facilities.
Serves four business lines: Construction of mechanical/electrical systems, proactive Building Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and in-house Manufacturing.
Typical projects include large cold-storage facilities, ammonia refrigeration systems, virtual-construction piping, and commercial office HVAC builds.
Launched 'The Webb' platform to share deep trade knowledge via articles, videos, and glossaries.
Culture + Values
Who exceed expectations; Who have unmatched expertise; Who have a duty to deliver exceptional service.
Making the prevention of injuries and vehicle incidents your number one priority.
Being truthful and honest in words and actions.
Understanding and appreciating a customer’s or colleague’s position.
Giving immediate attention to important tasks without compromising safety.
Always Evolving. Always Improving.
Environment + Sustainability
Offer energy solutions that reduce consumption without significant capital investments (e.g., retro-commissioning, metering, monitoring utilities, preventive maintenance).
Provide facility assessments using benchmarking and certification to Energy Star® and LEED EB for existing buildings.
Implement lighting retrofits, building automation, HVAC, refrigeration, water conservation, smart building controls, and alternative energy options.
Utilize proprietary Energy Smart Decision Tools® to guide clients based on financial and energy data.
Inclusion & Diversity
June 2022
Leadership Training Initiative
Launched an initiative to educate leaders in cross-cultural communication through the 'Cultural Dimensions' class led by Ray Bushfield.
Committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workplace through training and education for current and future leaders on cross‑cultural communication (‘Cultural Dimensions’).
Conduct leadership training aimed at preparing leaders for growing diversity in the construction industry.