Location: Remote
Employment Type: Internship (Part-Time or Full-Time)
Compensation: $15/hour
Company Description
Armour Excavating, based in Center Point, TX, provides high-quality aggregate hauling and excavating services to a diverse range of construction projects. The company’s team members bring decades of hands-on experience, supported by modern equipment and cutting-edge technology.
Role Description
Armour is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Construction Earthwork Takeoff Intern to join our estimating team. This internship is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates pursuing a career in civil construction, construction management, or civil engineering who are interested in developing hands-on experience with earthwork estimating and project planning.
The ideal candidate should have the ability to read construction plans, possess a basic understanding of civil construction methods, and have an eagerness to learn industry-leading estimating software such as AGTEK. Working directly with experienced estimators, the intern will gain valuable exposure to site development, grading, excavation, cut/fill, materials and quantity takeoffs for commercial, private and public infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
• Review civil construction plans, specifications, and project documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for earthwork, grading, excavation, demolition, and site development projects.
• Assist in calculating cut/fill volumes and material quantities.
• Learn and utilize AGTEK software for terrain modeling, earthwork calculations, and quantity analysis.
• Assist with project budgeting and estimating.
• Review geotechnical reports, grading plans, and utility plans.
• Organize project documents and maintain estimating files.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and internal estimating discussions when applicable.
• Coordinate with estimators and project managers to clarify project scope.
• Research materials, subcontractors, and suppliers as needed.
• Support the estimating department with additional tasks and special projects.
Preferred Qualifications
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in: Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology, Surveying, or any other related field.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction drawings and specifications.
• Basic understanding of grading, excavation, and site development.
• Familiarity with construction terminology and civil engineering principles.
• Experience with or willingness to learn AGTEK Earthwork software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow.
Preferred Skills
• Exposure to AutoCAD or Civil 3D is a plus.
• Knowledge of GPS machine control or surveying is an advantage.
• Understanding of soil types, compaction, and earthwork operations is a plus.
Career Growth Opportunity
This internship is designed for individuals who are passionate about building a career in civil construction. Successful interns will develop valuable technical skills, gain real-world estimating experience, and have the opportunity to grow into future roles such as:
• Estimator
• Earthwork Estimator
• Project Engineer
• Assistant Project Manager
• Project Manager
• Civil Construction Engineer
• Construction Manager
Equal Opportunity Employer
Armour Excavating is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
