Construction Associate 1 – EDGE Rotational Program Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Construction Associate 1 – EDGE Rotational Program

Date: Sep 30, 2024

Location:

US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 105704

Opportunity Type : College full time

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

The Opportunity

As a Construction Associate 1, you will be accountable for performing various assignments relating to all groups supporting construction activities. This position builds spreadsheets, analyzes trends, communicates information to site staff/departments, travels to construction sites, and performs other general work for construction departments or works in the field directly for the project assisting in all any areas of field operations.

The EDGE Program is a personalized rotational program designed for early-career professionals to provide development opportunities. As part of the program, you will complete 3-4 job rotations spanning over 3-4 years, including one field rotation on a project site to help you gain a better understanding of the full-project lifecycle. Throughout the program, you will be assigned a high-level leader to guide you in your career and engage in strategic quarterly trainings to gain insights into the various projects at Black & Veatch.

Work Environment

This position will be located either at a designated office location orfield project site . Office or project location is determined closer to the candidates start date. Must be willing to relocate for the job role. Must have reliable transportation.

Key Responsibilities

Assists with project controls activities including tracking cost and developing schedules

Develops spreadsheets as requested . Assists field staff in any areas of operation (facilitators, inspectors, project controls, safety, etc ) . Assists with construction estimates . Assists in pre-planning safety

andhealth activities

Audits construction activities for compliance with company and project safetyandhealth requirements

Assists in execution of safetyandhealth program elements for their respective field . Performs shop inspections with the quality group

Reviews codes and requirements

May work with material applications . Assists procurement with logistics activities, packaging subcontracts for construction projects, and working with site materials management.

Assists startup in the home office with proposal preparation, commodity evaluations, and spreadsheet tools development . Assists startup in the field with progress tracking, cost evaluations, turnover package development, system walkdowns, and punch list maintenance.

Performs various other assignments at the request of construction management . Analyzes and communicates results of designated assignments . Individual contributor with no subordinates

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Must have Constructiondegree from either a recognized ABET accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing

Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

All applicants must have work authorization and will not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa 

Preferred Qualifications

BS in Construction Science, Engineering, or Management preferred, or relevant experience

Some field experience strongly preferred

Preferred Skills: . Analytical skills . Multi-tasking skills . Communications skills, both written and oral . Initiative . Self starter, highly motivated . Attention to detail . Interpersonal skills . Mathematical skills . Problem solving skills . Computer skills . Basic understanding of construction principles

Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

Intermittent travel to project sites  

Short-term and long-term relocation to project sites and regional offices

Certifications

OSHA 10 hour

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

002

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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