Preconstruction Intern

Job Title: Preconstruction Intern

Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: Preconstruction Location: Westminster, CO / On-site Reports to: Preconstruction Manager Employment Type: Seasonal FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary

The Preconstruction Intern supports the estimating and preconstruction team in developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects across a variety of industries and technical disciplines. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the preconstruction process, including quantity takeoffs, pricing, scope review, and bid preparation, while working alongside experienced estimators and project teams.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Assist with quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and models

Support the development of cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals

Help review drawings and specifications to understand project scope and requirements

Assist in gathering pricing from vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers

Organize and maintain bid documents, estimate files, and supporting documentation

Participate in pre-bid meetings, scope reviews, and internal estimate reviews

Help analyze historical cost data and benchmarking information

Support value engineering and alternative pricing exercises as needed

Perform additional tasks to support successful bid submissions

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

Strong interest in construction estimating and preconstruction

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications (or willingness to learn)

Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills

Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Preferred:

Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with estimating or takeoff software is a plus

Experience in construction, industrial services, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive, multi-site organizations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Primarily an office environment with exposure to job sites

Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 25 lbs as needed

Potential exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or other environmental factors.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training opportunities

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

Living with Integrity

Exceeding Expectations

Acting with Urgency

Delivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer