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Position Summary
Our co-op program is designed to introduce students to a career in the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. Primary responsibility is to assist a design manager or project manager to successfully coordinate a project using the necessary engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services. This position requires the development of skills in design, estimating and scheduling to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.
Job Description
Alternate location: Laurel, MD
Position Summary
Our co-op program is designed to introduce students to a career in the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. Primary responsibility is to assist a design manager or project manager to successfully coordinate a project using the necessary engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services. This position requires the development of skills in design, estimating and scheduling to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.
What You’ll Do
Support field labor
Labor feedback
Equipment & Subcontractor procurement
Document Control
Design, Trade & Subcontractor coordination
Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes & impacts, etc.
Assist in the development of project schedules.
What You’ll Need To Be Successful
A strong work ethic
Initiative and drive to get the job done
Strong communication skills
The ability to be resourceful and resilient
Able to solve problems with limited support
Quick learner, seeks answers on their own
Positive attitude during adverse/non-ideal situations
Exercises Accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)
Goal Oriented
Collaborative spirit and a Good Teammate – has a “We vs. Me” attitude
Strong active listening skills
Competent general business writing and public speaking
YOU Matter
PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN
At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.
Our Internship and New College Graduate program is best designed for those students who seek a truly immersive and hands-on experience. At Southland, we view every student as a potential hire and ensure each intern, co-op student, and every new college graduate is truly set up for success to accomplish short and long term career goals. If a student program that exposes you to exciting projects and potential career paths with one of the country’s largest MEP building systems firms appeals to you and you're ready for the next big step in your career, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE , SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.
Co-op Program Benefits
Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific role
Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders
Socially distant group activities and team events
Paid housing (some locations)
Paid internship/Co-op
Potential full-time employment opportunities
Full-time Employee Benefits
As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:
401(k) Plan with50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for Employee
Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
Disability Income Protection Insurance
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses
For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website: Southland Careers or on Facebook or LinkedIN
To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site - Explore Our Culture
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. **
We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time**
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Industries Construction
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