Construction Intern

Job ID: 529076

>> Summer 2027 Internship

Located across Western North Carolina, APAC Atlantic, Inc., Asheville Division, is a leading provider of high-quality asphalt paving services.

We pride ourselves in being a premier employer in our communities that strives for safety, quality, & superior service in all that we do.

By being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.

CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America.

We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada.

CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

A Construction Intern will be given the opportunity to work with a vertically integrated company and experience multiple aspects of construction management as well as other lines of business.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:


* Project management (public and private jobs)
+ Learn how to find, bid and build heavy construction projects.
+ Work with current bidding software.
+ Set up contracts and sub contracts.
+ Work with estimators.
+ Work with project managers and construction crew foreman.


* Asphalt plant operations
+ Spend time working with Plant Operators running asphalt plants.
+ Work with yard crew and loader operator.
+ Learn how to run scales.
+ Assist with general maintenance of the plant.


* Construction crews
+ Working on a construction crew and/or prep crew.
+ Spend time with foreman learning how to prepare for the job and set up job.
+ Learn about construction equipment - various uses and skills required.


* Equipment and shops


* Business management
+ Work with Operations Manager/accounting on monthly projections.
+ Understand job cost.
+ Review workload.
+ Understand basics with P&L.

Other Requirements:


* Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.


* Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.


* Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.


* Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.


* Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.


* Strict adherence to Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.


* Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with...