CPT Construction Project Manager Jobs
Construction Project Manager CPT roles put you on active job sites and in client meetings while your DSO-authorized work counts toward your degree. These positions span general contractors, developers, and public agencies, and CPT eligibility depends on your program linking field experience to coursework in construction management, civil engineering, or a related discipline.
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Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry!
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2027 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Construction Project Engineer Intern to join our construction team in Seattle, WA.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You’ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What we look for in our Construction Project Engineer Interns:
- Must be pursuing or have a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Sophomore student standing or higher required.
- Availability in Summer 2027 (May/June start until August/September depending on school); part-time availability after Summer preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and possess excellent follow-up skills.
- Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task, and work independently.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, proposals, estimates, and other regularly encountered items.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio required; working knowledge of SharePoint and MS Project preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
What are our Construction Project Engineer Interns responsible for:
- Communicating with clients and project resources (subcontractors, vendors, trades) and document discussions, outcomes and decisions.
- Coordinating equipment procurement with the purchasing department and vendors.
- Supporting the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Working with various internal and external teams while on jobsite.
- Attending team management meetings.
- Communicating and coordinating with McKinstry subcontractors, including the routing of any correspondence.
- Communicating with Project Manager and Project team for daily duties.
- Maintaining drawings, daily correspondence with trades, schedules, RFI logs, submittal logs, and superintendent daily reports.
- Assisting in the client and subcontractor change order process.
- Creating Requests for Information (RFI)
- Processing, reviewing, logging, and distributing submittals.
- Publishing Operations and Maintenance Manuals for the client.
- Other duties as assigned
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry!
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2027 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Construction Project Engineer Intern to join our construction team in Seattle, WA.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You’ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What we look for in our Construction Project Engineer Interns:
- Must be pursuing or have a degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Sophomore student standing or higher required.
- Availability in Summer 2027 (May/June start until August/September depending on school); part-time availability after Summer preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and possess excellent follow-up skills.
- Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task, and work independently.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, proposals, estimates, and other regularly encountered items.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio required; working knowledge of SharePoint and MS Project preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
What are our Construction Project Engineer Interns responsible for:
- Communicating with clients and project resources (subcontractors, vendors, trades) and document discussions, outcomes and decisions.
- Coordinating equipment procurement with the purchasing department and vendors.
- Supporting the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Working with various internal and external teams while on jobsite.
- Attending team management meetings.
- Communicating and coordinating with McKinstry subcontractors, including the routing of any correspondence.
- Communicating with Project Manager and Project team for daily duties.
- Maintaining drawings, daily correspondence with trades, schedules, RFI logs, submittal logs, and superintendent daily reports.
- Assisting in the client and subcontractor change order process.
- Creating Requests for Information (RFI)
- Processing, reviewing, logging, and distributing submittals.
- Publishing Operations and Maintenance Manuals for the client.
- Other duties as assigned
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
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Get Access To All JobsConstruction Project Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Project Manager role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your school's program includes construction management, civil engineering, or a related major and the role's duties, such as scheduling, budgeting, RFI management, or subcontractor oversight, are tied to coursework. Your DSO makes the final determination. Roles that are purely administrative or unrelated to your declared field of study won't qualify, so get a detailed job description before approaching your DSO.
Can I do CPT with a general contractor versus a developer or owner's rep?
Yes, CPT is employer-agnostic as long as the work is integral to your curriculum. General contractors, real estate developers, public agencies, and owner's representation firms all qualify if the duties map to your program. The key difference is that general contractor roles often involve more field exposure, which may strengthen your curricular justification, while developer roles may lean more toward preconstruction and finance work.
How do I find Construction Project Manager CPT roles with employers who already understand F-1 work authorization?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented F-1 hiring history in construction and project management. Targeting firms already familiar with CPT paperwork reduces the time spent educating HR and lowers the risk of an offer being rescinded over authorization concerns.
What happens to my CPT if the construction project gets delayed or extended?
CPT authorization is tied to specific start and end dates on your I-20. If the project extends beyond your authorized period, you must return to your DSO for a new CPT authorization before continuing work. Working past your CPT end date, even briefly, violates your F-1 status. Build a buffer into your requested end date when possible, accounting for typical construction schedule slippage.
Does CPT in construction management affect my 12-month OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT, meaning fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT eligibility regardless of how long you use it. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your eligibility for post-completion OPT entirely. If you plan to use OPT after graduation, track your full-time CPT hours carefully and discuss the threshold with your DSO before accepting any full-time construction internship that spans multiple semesters.