2026 Summer Associates - Construction

Crescent Communities is a nationally recognized, market-leading real estate investor, developer, and operator of mixed-use “communities”. We create high-quality, differentiated multifamily and commercial communities in many of the fastest growing markets in the United States. Since 1963, our development portfolio has included more than 95 multifamily communities and 26 million square feet of commercial space. Crescent Communities has offices in Charlotte, D.C., Atlanta, Orlando, Nashville, Dallas, Denver, and Phoenix. Our multifamily communities are branded NOVEL, RENDER and HARMON by Crescent Communities, our industrial developments are branded AXIAL by Crescent Communities, and our life science developments are branded THE YIELD by Crescent Communities.​

Crescent is seeking three (3) Summer Associates to be located in Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA and Nashville, TN.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Summer Associate position will provide a diversified exposure to pre-construction, active construction and project close out based on the lifecycle of current projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide assistance with day-to-day management and coordination of construction activities.
• Provide input on schedule and constructability issues
• Participate in design and development meetings
• Review and redline selected plans and specifications
• Assist in preparation of bid packages for contractors and review pricing
• Participate in pre-bid and pre-construction conferences
• Partner with Superintendents on overall development schedules
• Assist in procurement of municipality approvals and permits
• Assist in coordination of power, phone, cable, and gas installation
• Participate in submittal and RFI process
• Attend project meetings (OAC, trade partner meetings, RFI/Submittal, Schedule)
• Assist with formatting and processing change orders
• Assist in preparation of internal monthly project reports

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Minimum:

• Undergraduate with a major in Construction Management
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Proven organizational skills
• Collaborative style and enjoys teamwork

 Work Environment (Construction):

• Professional environment
• Typical working hours are M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm (alternate schedule may apply)
• Ability to carry 25+ pounds (computer, files, site debris, etc.) with or without accommodations. 
• Must have reliable transportation
• Project site exposure to dust, miscellaneous allergens, sunlight, extreme temperatures, noise moving machinery and other natural and environmental exposures.
• Ability to maneuver through a construction site

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Communicate and converse to exchange information
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, phone, calculator and other office equipment with or without accommodations.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to transport 10-25 lbs. (computer, files, etc.)
• Move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Ability to work under stressful, fast-paced conditions

BENEFITS

We offer a full benefits package starting day one that includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k plan, paid STD/LTD, parental leave, charitable match, wellness subsidy, community involvement, summer hours, education reimbursement, employee assistance program, hybrid flexible schedules and much more! 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Professional office environment 
• Flexible working hours are M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm (alternate schedule may apply). 
• Must have reliable transportation 

 OTHER DEMANDS

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