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Hoffman Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing builder specializing in technically complex, sustainable projects across advanced technology, mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Since 1922, we’ve grown from entrepreneurial roots into a multi-billion-dollar, employee-owned enterprise—now a dynamic family of companies with a national presence and a legacy of excellence.

At Hoffman Construction, your potential has room to grow. Whether you're on a jobsite or in a corporate office, you’ll be empowered to take initiative, explore new paths, and shape the future of construction. We believe in building opportunity together—by unlocking talent, inspiring innovation, and driving forward the ideas that make a difference.

Join us and benefit from:

+ Competitive pay and advancement opportunities

+ Ongoing professional training and development

+ A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.

We’re hiring across all departments. Discover your future with us.

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Position Summary: The Intern Electrical Estimator will assist the Estimating Department in the following areas: review of project 3D building information models, plans and specifications for the purpose of quantifying project electrical system components; generate quantity take-offs to support the creation of electrical project budgets; and collaborate with Project Superintendents and Project Managers to adjust project cost data to align with current industry best practices.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Download documents and 3D Building Information Models (BIM).

+ Read and interpret design, construction drawings, specifications, and technical manuals.

+ Write and publish meeting minutes, schedule graphs, and activity checklists.

+ Generate, receive, and distribute requests for information (RFI).

+ Receive and distribute change documents issued by other team members.

+ Compare and quantify changes issued in document addendums.

+ Tally construction elements and summarize quantities in Excel and other estimating software.

+ Create scope letters to be shared with vendors, subcontractors and included as project budget support documentation.

Salary Range:

Qualifications:

Professional Experience and Education

+ High School diploma or GED required.

+ Proficient in Algebra I and Geometry.

+ Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or Technology certificate in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, Accounting, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Computer and Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience preferred.

Position Related Skills

+ Experience in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.

+ Experience with construction software such Bluebeam and Navisworks.

+ Basic experience in design and construction document reading, design specifications, electrical single lines, and electrical theory.

+ Excellent time-management skills.

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.

+ Basic familiarity with National electrical Code and CSI specification system for construction.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

+ Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location. Must be able to spend equal amounts of time in a stationary position in an office environment and moving about the construction site.

+ Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

+ Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents

+ Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.

+ Ability to communicate conversationally and professionally in English; verbally, written and in reading comprehension.

Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

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