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MacDonald-Miller Intern - Project Management in Seattle, Washington
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At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”) we make buildings work better (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgRR2NNfNKQ) . As the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver and service HVAC, plumbing and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With our 1000 employees across 8 offices – there is a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired.
We enjoy a well-respected history of exceeding our customers’ expectations and executing with distinction (http://macmiller.com/projects/) . Our clients trust their toughest projects with our integrated teams, including:
New construction – From an architectural 3D model to a completed 40 story urban building that is on time and on budget
Special projects - Updates/remodeling for existing commercial buildings for new efficiencies
Service - On demand and scheduled maintenance ensuring tenant comfort
Building performance - Control systems and automation for energy improvement and minimal surprises
People love to work at MacDonald-Miller, and it’s because we all share the same Core Culture Values: (https://macmiller.com/mm-culture-values/)
Collaboration – Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths to help us meet our common vision.
Dedication – We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments.
Safety – Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it’s an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.
Community – We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting.
Innovation – We are committed to continuous, creative problem solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves.
Fun! – Take the work seriously, but never ourselves too seriously. It’s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with. We strive to be both.
Requirements
Project Management Interns: This is where you come in!
Top deliverables to be a hero:
Learn as much as you can about HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contracting!
Help your team! For estimating that would be working on mechanical estimates, which requires a lot of creativity and collaboration. For engineering it would be working on engineering drawings and doing calculations. For Project Management you’d be out on a job site working with the other project managers on a brand-new building.
Have a great time and learn if you’d like to consider a job at MMFS in the future, or if engineering/estimating/project management is for you!
The Interns report to one of our Senior Project Managers on a collaborative team working on various projects and initiatives to support our growing business.
Your Background: What kind of person will thrive in this role?
You should have…
An interest in mechanical systems or engineering/estimating/project management
A natural love of problem-solving and learning new things
An in-progress or completed bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a related field.
And everyone you work with should describe you as…
Hard-working
Very adaptable
Positive with a can-do attitude
Strong communicator
And you should be motivated by…
Empowering yourself to learn how to do something. If you need a ton of handholding or a micro-manager boss, this is not the place for you
Working in a lean, results-oriented environment, where you’ll be expected to do more, take on more, and achieve more every year
Having fun in an environment high on transparency, open to innovative new approaches with a supportive family feel
Benefits
Compensation: You will be paid $24/hr for the duration of your internship.
Where you will work
Project Management Interns will be based in various offices around the Greater Seattle Area
Our Seattle HQ office (17930 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188) has easy access to the SeaTac International Airport, ample secured parking, and newly renovated office facilities - not to mention great views! Neighborhood amenities include an onsite deli, restaurants, and convenient freeway/airport access.
Interested in learning more?
If you’re ready for an adventure, and are interested in being considered for this role, click apply to start the conversation!
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
