Summer Internship - Estimating Job at Clarkson Construction Company, Kansas City, MO

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  • Clarkson Construction Company
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Clarkson Construction Company is a leading firm in the heavy civil construction industry with a proud history of delivering complex infrastructure projects across the Kansas City region. Our portfolio spans site development, grading, paving, and bridge construction, underscoring our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Clarkson Construction Company offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where innovation and hard work are recognized and rewarded. We believe in investing in our employees through professional development and advancement opportunities. Join us and be a part of a team that shapes the infrastructure in and around one of America's most vibrant cities.

Job Summary

As a Summer Intern, you will support the estimating team in developing cost proposals and project bids for heavy civil construction projects. This internship offers the opportunity to learn how construction costs are developed, gain experience with industry software, and contribute to bid preparation alongside experienced estimators.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with quantity takeoffs and preliminary cost estimates by reviewing project drawings, specifications, and documentation.
  • Support the bid preparation process, including organizing bid documents, compiling subcontractor/vendor quotes, and participating in bid reviews.
  • Learn to use estimating software such as HCSS HeavyBid/Trimble Bid2Win, Agtek/Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu under supervision.
  • Help research pricing for materials, equipment, and labor to support accurate and competitive bids.
  • Shadow team members during client, vendor, and subcontractor interactions to understand the coordination process.
  • Participate in maintaining accurate documentation of estimates, bids, and project files.
  • Collaborate with project management, engineering, and operations teams to gain exposure to the full project lifecycle from bid to execution.

Qualifications

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Strong interest in the heavy civil construction industry and estimating career path.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Office Suite (coursework or prior experience).
  • Exposure to construction drawings or estimating software (preferred but not required).
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and contribute to multiple projects.

Clarkson Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

Job Tags

Summer internship, Work at office, Local area,

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