Construction Estimating Intern - Summer 2026

Montante Construction | Montante Group

Montante Group is a diversified organization in construction, real estate development, and solar energy. At Montante, you get the best of both worlds: a small company feel with the sophistication, resources, and opportunities of a growing organization. We are known for our family values, commitment to doing what is right, and our team’s ability to work hard, think boldly, and lead with purpose.

As a Best Places to Work award winner, we offer an inclusive culture where interns are treated as emerging professionals: trusted, supported, and given meaningful opportunities to learn and contribute. Our interns gain real-world experience on high-visibility projects across Western New York, working side-by-side with approachable, accessible leaders who invest in your growth.

If you are adaptable, curious, ethical, and ready to make an impact, we want you here.

About Montante Construction

Montante Construction is a full-service construction management company led by some of Western New York’s most respected industry professionals. We help clients define and manage the scope, schedule, and budget of new construction, building expansions, and redevelopment projects. Our approach blends technical expertise with resourcefulness, transparency, and a strong customer-focus, ensuring high-quality work and trusted partnerships.

About the Role

As a Construction Estimating Intern, you will work alongside our estimating professionals to understand how projects begin by analyzing costs, scope, materials, and opportunities to deliver value to clients. This internship provides meaningful hands-on experience in both the office and field, helping you develop foundational estimating and preconstruction skills.

Responsibilities may include:

Identifying clear scopes of work, risk factors, and project requirements

Supporting bid procurement and subcontractor communication

Performing quantity take-offs and preparing quality summaries

Maintaining and updating the subcontractor and supplier directory

Attending site visits, pre-bid walkthroughs, and bid deliveries

Observing how safety requirements influence project bids and execution

Learning how innovative, customer-centric thinking adds value in preconstruction

Our Estimating internships are designed to be most beneficial for:

Students currently pursuing degrees in the following areas: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Development and Planning, Business, Accounting, or related fields. 

Individuals with exposure to the construction industry and job sites

At least 18 years of age as of May 2026

Those with reliable transportation to travel to multiple job sites in the WNY area

Compensation and Benefits

Montante Construction offers a positive workplace culture and a competitive total compensation package, including:

Structured 12-week program

Flexible scheduling options for students

College credit partnership available

NY Paid Sick Leave accrual

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)