Project Manager Intern at Rodney Hunt Inc. – Houston, Texas

Job Overview:
The Project Management Intern will support project management and engineering activities, assisting in the successful execution of multiple projects while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates seeking to build foundational skills in project engineering and project coordination. This internship is a part-time, paid position (20 hours per week) with a maximum duration of 90 days.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Coordination

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and managing project activities from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, procurement, and construction, to ensure project goals are met.
• Prepare, update, and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and project proposals.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues that arise during project execution.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including clients, team members, and vendors, to ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Help ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in site visits to monitor progress, verify quality standards, and identify risks or issues.
• Assist in managing a portfolio of projects in various stages of execution.

Project Documentation & Deliverables

• Document project information using MS Excel and other record‑keeping platforms.
• Prepare Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals using established templates.
• Assist in preparing project binders and closeout documentation.
• Support the development of automated project management tools for time and cost tracking.
• Assist in preparing packing slips for project freight documentation.

Project Delivery and Evaluation

• Support efforts to ensure all project deliverables meet scope, quality, and timeline requirements.
• Monitor and track project progress, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Participate in post-project evaluations to identify‑project evaluations to identify successes, challenges, and improvement opportunities.

Process Improvement

• Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.
• Recommend and help implement best practices to enhance efficiency and performance.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing or recently completed bachelor's degree in mechanical, Civil, Industrial, or Construction Engineering (or related field).
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to understand basic calculations such as price schedule breakdowns.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced‑paced environment.

Working conditions

• Climate controlled office environment
• Lifting to 25 lbs.