About the Company – Celebrating 100 Years of Building Community & 100% Employee-Owned
Higley Construction has been one of the most experienced and respected construction firms in the region. The company surpassed 100 years in business—a century shaped by an unwavering commitment to its core values of people, ethics, respect, commitment, and excellence. Since its founding in 1925, Higley Construction has partnered with clients to bring their goals and visions to life, consistently guided by honesty, integrity, and mutual respect.
At Higley Construction, we build more than buildings — we build trust, relationships, and communities. From the offices where you work, to the schools where you learn, and the hospitals where you heal, we create environments where people can live, work, and thrive. With every project, we go beyond bricks and mortar to connect people and place, delivering spaces that stand the test of time.
Position Overview:
The Operations Co-Op is designed to introduce college students to office and field experiences in the commercial construction profession. The Co-Op rotation exposes the student to a wide array of professional interactions among management, project managers, field workers, consulting professionals, clients, and related trades, exploring the role of each within a project. The Co-Op will work under corporate managers, project managers, or field superintendents on a variety of construction tasks. Ultimately, this program intends to enhance the Co-Op’s individual abilities by gaining on-site knowledge of how a project idea becomes a construction reality.
The Co-Op will either be assigned to an active construction project site and/or a construction specialized department located in Detroit, Michigan for the Summer of 2027!
Responsibilities:
- Learn and understand project design drawings and specifications to accurately interpret and gather necessary information.
- Capture and document project site photographs to record construction progress and existing conditions before starting work in new areas.
- Acquire knowledge of the submittal process for obtaining approval of building materials.
- Prepare and effectively maintain a submittal log.
- Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in preparing and processing along with maintaining Request for Information (RFI) logs for tracking purposes.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to prepare weekly meeting minutes for subcontractor and Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings.
- Prepare daily reports summarizing project activities.
- Attend safety meetings, walkthroughs, and weekly toolbox talks.
- Review weekly safety audits with the Superintendent to ensure compliance and address any issues.
- Participate in quality meetings and quality walkthroughs to ensure project standards are met.
- Adhere strictly to safety procedures, includes personal protection apparel and equipment.
- Software’s Utilized: Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Flashtract, Plangrid, Microsoft SharePoint, Jonas Premier, HammerTech (Safety/Quality), Oracle P6 (Project Controls), Onscreen-Takeoff (Preconstruction).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong competency in business writing and public presentation skills, with a drive to become a compelling presenter, motivator, and team leader.
- Demonstrates exceptional personal work habits and a forward-thinking approach.
- Proficient in, or eager to learn, various construction software applications.
- Exhibits proactive, curious, and innovative thinking, with a strong desire to learn and contribute.
- Ability to work independently, with direction and supervision, and in a team environment.
- Excellent mathematical, problem-solving, and relationship management skills.
- Skilled in assessing and solving problems with a strategic mindset.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled and actively pursuing a college or university accredited degree program in civil engineering, construction management, or a related architectural/engineering field.
- Desire to work in construction management and to learn about the construction industry.
