Field Construction Intern at EX2 Technology LLC – Naperville, Illinois

JOB TITLE

Field Construction Intern

COMPANY

eX2 Technology

FSLA STATUS

Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

eX2 Technology is seeking a Field Construction Intern skilled in assisting with daily job site operations to join our team. As a Field Construction Intern, you will assist with coordinating subcontractors and vendors, maintain project documentation and support project management on active construction projects. The successful candidate will get hands on experience in construction management of one of the most in-demand fields currently, building fiber optic networks and the systems enabled by them, using modern technologies by an industry leader.

Our ideal candidate is dedicated to hard work, shows initiative when taking on new challenges and thrives in a team environment.

In return, we offer competitive pay as well as professional development with career advancement opportunity in an innovative growth industry.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Field Operations: Assist with site layout and maintain organized job sites.

• Project Documentation: Assist with tracking subcontractor progress using GIS tool, create and update project drawings, maintain RFI and submittal logs, and generate meeting minutes and status reports.

• Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination: Help coordinate deliveries and work goals for subcontractors and vendors.

• Quality Control & Safety: Support quality control programs and help ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

• Meeting Participation: Attend project meetings, document activities, and help track progress and issues.

• Project Management Support: Assist with quantity take-offs, cost tracking, schedule updates, and project closeout activities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field.

Experience

• Technical Skills: Experience in Microsoft Office Suite, with an ability to read and understand construction documents. GIS skills are desirable, but not required.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with project teams and other stakeholders.

• Soft Skills: Strong organizational, problem-solving, and team-playing abilities are crucial for success.

• Attitude: A positive attitude, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to anticipate and address problems are highly valued.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hand and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The incumbent is occasionally required to walk or stand for long periods of time. The incumbent may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the candidate may split time between work in a semi-quiet office environment and on project work sites, where there is moderate to occasional great noise levels.

Language Skills

Communicates effectively in oral and written English technical language, both in interpreting requirements and providing reports and mentoring.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Disclaimer

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job Descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. The employer retains the right to modify or assign other duties to this position.

About Vivacity

Vivacity Infrastructure Group designs, develops and deploys comprehensive fiber optic, wireless and related network infrastructure using a variety of unique partnerships and business models designed to meet the strategic needs and economic goals of all project stakeholders. Vivacity has two operating divisions – eX² Technology and Vivacity Networks. Together, we are Transforming America’s Infrastructure – One Partnership at a Time™. Come join us!

About eX² Technology

eX² is a single source solution for those seeking to build, scale or future proof their communications infrastructure. eX² specializes in fiber design-build-maintain services and network asset commercialization to maximize customer revenue potential and accelerate broadband expansion throughout the nation.

We are comprised of technologists, business experts, engineers, construction professionals, project managers and marketing experts with a broad and diverse collection of disciplines and specialties. We deliver a robust offering of project services that are uniquely tailored to our clients’ telecom needs.

Vivacity Infrastructure Group is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.