About the role
Working alongside our estimating, engineering and project teams, you will gain hands-on exposure to both the pre-construction/tendering and project delivery sides of the business. This role is suited to a current Mechanical Engineering or Building/Construction-related undergraduate looking to gain practical experience within the building services and construction industry.
Key responsibilities
Assist with mechanical services estimating, quantity take-offs and tender preparation.
Review architectural, mechanical and consultant drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
Assist with preparing scope breakdowns, equipment schedules and subcontractor/supplier enquiries.
Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
Assist with cost planning, tender analysis and value engineering exercises.
Support project engineers with design reviews, coordination and workshop drawings.
Assist with RFIs, technical submissions, equipment selections and project documentation.
Attend project/site inspections where required and assist with coordination of mechanical services.
Assist with procurement, project tracking, QA documentation and commissioning/handover activities.
Work with experienced team members across live commercial, residential, education and other construction projects.
About you
Currently studying a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction or similar relevant degree.
Has an interest in construction, thermodynamics, estimating or project engineering.
Comfortable working with numbers, drawings and spreadsheets.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Willing to learn and comfortable asking questions.
Excellent Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit or similar software would be advantageous but is not essential.
About us
Orion Mechanical Services (OMS) is a mechanical services, design and construct company working on projects across commercial, residential, education and other construction sectors.
Benefits
This is not intended to be a purely administrative internship. You will work alongside the team on real tenders and live construction projects, gaining exposure to how mechanical services are designed, priced, procured, coordinated and delivered. The position is 2–3 days per week, with flexibility around university commitments. For the right candidate, there may also be an opportunity to continue and develop within OMS as you progress through your degree and after graduation.
Website
https://www.orionmechanical.com.au/