Scheduling/Project Planning Intern

We are looking for Summer 2027 Interns!

Fay, S&B USA Construction builds complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic such as major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership. Safety, quality, and schedule are not checkboxes here — they are the standard we hold ourselves to on every project, every day. Whether you are early in your career looking for the kind of project exposure that accelerates growth, or a seasoned professional ready to lead work at the highest level, you will find both here. We invest in the people who build with us, and the projects we take on reflect that commitment.

Scheduling/Project Planning Intern Responsibilities:

 P6 Scheduling Software

• Learn about Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and the Longest Path to complete a project. 
• Develop a basic schedule with a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for a 3-span bridge. 
• Assign logic ties / establish relationships between activities to determine the overall project duration. 
• Learn how to develop, organize, and update CPM schedules for Fay bid pursuits and active contracts.
• Learn how to develop Calendars in P6 to identify workdays vs nonwork days assumed for various work activities scheduled.
• Learn how to allocate Resources (labor, material, equipment) required to accomplish work activities in P6.  Resource management. 

Bid Pursuit Support (Project Planning / Schedule Development)

• Review Request for Proposal (RFP) bid plans, design documents, and Department of Transportation (DOT) provisions / specifications to prepare Bid Schedules. 
• Identify Key Milestone Dates and associated incentives / disincentives.
• Coordinate with Fay Estimating and Operations to determine Key Schedule Assumptions.
• Determine the number and types of crews to construct the project.
• Determine the equipment necessary to construct the project.
• Review production data to determine available shifts to complete project work. 
• Determine supplier lead times for key project materials.
• Assist in developing summary schedules for board presentations.

Active Project Support (Project Monitoring / Schedule Updates)

• Visit job sites to observe in-progress construction work.  Observe crews, equipment, and construction means/methods. 
• Become familiar with heavy civil engineering and construction terminology.
• Assist with the development of Baseline Schedules for newly awarded contracts. 
• Assist with weekly and monthly Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule updates.
• Attend schedule update meetings to collaborate with project managers and engineers. 
• Prepare PDF schedule reports.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly schedule narrative reports.

Qualifications Include:        

• Completion of one year in a Civil Engineering, General Engineering or Construction Management degree program
• Excellent Computer and Communication skills

 Core Values:

• Work Safely: Safety is our Culture
• Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
• Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients
• Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust
• Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

Many of our intern students go on to become full-time employees with us upon graduation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity) national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, women, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact recruiting@shikunusa.com or 412-471-4200 ext. 1032.

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