Intern, Construction Delay

The role

You will analyze construction project schedules, data, and records to identify causes of delays. You will work with scheduling tools and help create expert reports and client deliverables.

What you will do

• Learn how major construction project schedules are built, updated, and analyzed.
• Work with scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Dig into construction schedules, drawings, progress reports, emails, and project records.
• Analyze large sets of project data to spot trends and patterns.
• Help turn research and analysis into expert reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Sharpen analytical thinking by tackling complex questions with data and documents.
• Strengthen attention to detail through analysis.
• Practice explaining findings to teammates, experts, and clients.
• Learn to manage time across multiple priorities.

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, building construction, architecture, or a related field
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Comfort using Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel as needed, generally under 15%
• Collaborative mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and creative approach to problem-solving

Nice to have

• Master’s degree
• Prior experience with construction project management, scheduling, cost controls, internships, research, student projects, or similar hands-on work

Before you apply

• Must be authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship in the future

About the company

Secretariat is a consulting firm that helps companies, law firms, and organizations solve complex business problems involving disputes, investigations, or major project challenges.