Construction Engineering Internship

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  The intern shall assist Construction Office for the FDOT.  - 55990840 

40% You will perform engineering work on multiple minor to mid-size projects of low complexity. Assures that highway and bridge projects are constructed in accordance with contract documents.

Assists project personnel, including contractor, in solving problems that may arise during construction and ensures compliance with Department policies and procedures related to Construction Engineering and Inspection. Ensures that clear, accurate records are kept of all construction related activities.

You will communicate with Supervisors, Contractors and project personnel, both individually and in meetings to discuss work coordination, performance, and resolves project issues that may arise during construction. May be required to operate a Florida Department of Transportation vehicle.

20%: Prepares job related correspondence for contract modifications with Supervisor and office engineering staff. Prepares or assists in taking construction measurements and the preparation of weekly progress reports and monthly reports for final estimates. Monitors sampling and testing of materials used on projects and certifies proper requirements are met and documented.

Reviews daily reports and prepares Monthly Progress Estimates, prepares Final Estimates and develops contract modifications to compensate for additional work and time.

You will verify all monthly and final payments submitted for a contract are correct and justified. Meets with utility representatives related to the coordination of necessary relocation due to the construction work and compliance with permits and/or utility relocation schedules.

20%: Reviews construction plans and provides comments on constructability prior to projects going to letting. Updates and revises various construction reports as required by the Resident Engineer/Operations Engineer.

You will work with project teams on public awareness and resolution of customer complaints at the direction of the Resident Engineer/Operations Engineer related to projects under construction.

you will monitor Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance, on-the-job training and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) to assure contract requirements are met by contractors. Promotes safety standards of personnel and equipment at the Construction project site.

15%: Performs other duties as assigned.

Criteria:

Students in Civil Engineering, Transportation, Environmental, Construction, or related field; sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student; minimum GPA 3.0 (not required)

Location: This position is based in our Miami District 6 Office (https://maps.app.goo.gl/njE55rRiRxQAbxYB8)