Estimator - Scheduler Intern

Job Description

Our world demands low carbon energy solutions to achieve a Net Zero future.And as we look to transition from traditional energy sources to adopt more renewable alternatives, you can play a key role in enabling and accelerating this change. 

We’ll support you every step of the way as you join us in finding sustainable energy solutions to make a positive impact that will last for generations. Who are we looking for?   At GHD we are looking for a new Estimator - Scheduler Intern to join the Power and Energy Services team at our Baton Rouge office. In this role you will coordinate project processes and/or activities (or part of a project).Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Project Reporting and Review: Contribute to project and program reporting and review by organizing meetings and by preparing project and/or program papers (e.g., agendas, reports, and presentations).
• Stakeholder Management: Support stakeholder engagement by arranging meetings, events, and other stakeholder engagement activities.
• Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Document Preparation: Use standard office software to carry out basic formatting of letters, memoranda, and routine reports.
• Requirements Management: Identify, elicit, and document user/project requirements, using appropriate modeling technique if required. Outline verification criteria to ensure requirements are met. Maintain documentation and traceability throughout project.
• Project Closeout and Handover: Draft elements of product documentation and user training to support handover to business as usual. Contribute to post-project reviews and identification of lessons learned.
• Project Scope Definition: Conduct research, workshops, and other activities to support the specification and agreement of project deliverables.
• Project Risk and Issue Management: Contribute to the management of risks and issues by maintaining and distributing project and program risk registers and issue logs.
• Project Resource Management: Carry out delegated activities to support the deployment and effective utilization of project resources.

What you will bring to the TeamEducation

• Currently enrolled in a Construction Management or equivalent Bachelor's or Master’s degree program.

Experience

• General Experience: No experience required.
• Has taken at least one cost estimating class at the collegiate level or trade school.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of construction and estimating principles is a plus.

#LI-AL1As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.