Position: Project Engineer Intern
Type: Internship (Spring/Summer, Full-time)
Location: Bridgeport, CT and Project Sites
Pay: $20/hr
About Waters Construction Company:
Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Bridgeport, CT, Waters Construction Company is a leading heavy civil and paving contractor serving Connecticut and New York. With over 140 employees and annual revenue exceeding $100 million, Waters specializes in highway, site work, bridges, and mass transit projects. The company’s culture is built on its core values: Safe, Smart, Positive, Respectful, and Adaptable, and it prides itself on connecting communities through quality infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist project engineers and managers with planning, scheduling, and coordination of construction tasks
- Support cost estimating, quantity take-offs, and preparation of bid documents
- Help monitor field operations, including quality control, materials tracking, and site layout
- Assist in preparing project documentation: daily reports, submittals, RFIs, change orders
- Participate in on-site inspections, safety reviews, and compliance checks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. operations, survey, QA/QC)
- Perform engineering calculations and design tasks under supervision
- Aid in maintaining as-built drawings and project closeout deliverables
Qualifications & Skills:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- Strong academic performance in structural, geotechnical, transportation, or construction courses
- Familiarity with engineering software (e.g. AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, scheduling tools)
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to a dynamic field environment
- Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to field sites
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-world exposure to heavy civil, road, and bridge projects
- Mentorship from experienced engineers, estimators, and project leaders
- A blend of field and office work to build versatile skillsets
- Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to ongoing projects
- Potential for future full-time engineering or project roles
