Project Engineer Intern

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Date: Jan 29, 2026

Location: Castroville, CALIFORNIA, US, 95012

Company: CDM

Since 1946, Brady West has been a leader in specialty subcontracting. Guided by respect, integrity, growth, honesty, and teamwork, we are deeply committed to delivering unmatched quality and expertise.

At Brady West, our employees thrive in our strong team environment. We value our people and show it by offering competitve pay and benefits.

Brady West NorCal is seeking motivated Project Engineer Interns to join our team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in specialty subcontracting, support project managers and learn how to deliver projects with quality, safety, and efficiency.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Contract document management: including, but not limited to updating contract drawings and specifications, RFI and change management (i.e., ASIs, Bulletins, RFQs) and submittals

  • Scanning and uploading documents and emails onto OnBase

  • Soliciting quotes from Suppliers, Vendors and Subcontractors  

  • Management of job specific subcontractor related documents as applicable

  • Creating submittals packages; including, but not limited to creating cover sheets, obtaining product data, maintenance information, SDS sheets, LEED letters, and shop drawings  

  • Assisting with forecasting / cost analysis 

  • Research and cost analysis of new products and manufacturers 

  • Producing cost breakdowns / color coded drawings 

  • Assisting with change order takeoff / pricing 

  • Drafting and submitting RFI’s 

  • Assisting with QA process  

  • Assisting with job close-out process 

  • Calculate unit costs based on quantity of material installed, hours worked, and labor dollars
  • Attend and participate in all required company training programs
  • Conform to all company policies and procedures
  • Intentionally lives out the company's mission, purpose, and values

 

Qualifications:

  •     Currently enrolled in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related field program
  •     Strong communication and organizational skills
  •     Ability to work independently and in a team setting 
  •     Eager to learn and apply project management principles in real-world settings
  •     Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with project management software is a plus
  •     No prior experience required, this is an entry-level, learning-focused opportunity

 

What We Offer:

  • Hands on training and mentorship from experienced project engineers and manager
  • Exposure to large-scale, real-world construction projects
  • Networking opportunities within the construction and subcontracting industry
  • A pathway to future full-time opportunities with Brady West, Inc. 
  • Duration: May 15th - Aug 15th 
  • Schedule: Flexible part-time hours to accommodate academic schedules
  • Pay: $25.00 per hour
 
Brady West is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, E-Verify, and Drug Free Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 


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