Structure Careers

Alston Construction Company offers the opportunity to join a Nationwide General Contractor who is a recognized leader in our industry.  Among other awards, our company is consistently ranked in the National Top 400 General Contractors and the Top 100 Design-Build firms annually, as calculated by Engineering News Record (ENR).

We possess a diverse background of general contracting, construction management and design/build experience.  Our clients include many of the world’s best-known corporations and we have many repeat clients (which is a testament to our great people and our successful projects!).  Our completed projects span from coast to coast and include both new construction as well as interiors work in the industrial, commercial, office, healthcare, education, retail, religious, and government sectors.

So, now we ask you:

• Are you passionate about construction?
• Do you want to work for a general contractor that offers a nationwide footprint with offices in Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Edison, NJ; Houston, TX; Las Vegas, NV; Memphis, TN; Nashville, TN; Newport Beach, CA; Reno, NV; Seattle, WA and Sacramento, CA yet that still has a family-company feel?
• Do you want to be an important part of a team?
• Are you looking for an employer who wants you to be the best you can be and enjoys seeing your successes and accomplishments?
• Do you want to work for a company that shares your foundation of strong values?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, then Alston Construction Company may be the place for you!  We offer all of this plus an exciting work environment, an excellent benefits package, and the ability to work on projects for some of the world’s best known corporations.

We are interested in construction professionals who share both our passion and our values.  Do you have what it takes to join the Alston Construction team?  Can you see yourself taking the next step in your career with Alston Construction?  If so, please visit our Job Openings page regularly for a list of our current career opportunities to become a part of the Alston Construction Company team!

At Alston Construction Company, we set ourselves apart from our competitors by the way we treat our employees, clients, communities and others we do business with.  Our company is built on and operates by the following core values and we look for employees who possess these same values.

Integrity, Honesty & Trust

In the construction industry, a solid reputation is essential.  We keep our promises and our commitments.  We work hard to maintain high ethical standards and to do what’s “right”.

Commitment to Quality & Safety

We are committed to finding solutions for our clients that best achieve their goals.  We place a high value on relationships, as these relationships have built our success.  Approximately 80% of our work comes from repeat clients, with whom we have developed lasting relationships.  We are committed not only to the quality of the projects we complete, but to the safe working environment of these projects.  Zero Injuries is not just a plan, procedure, or goal – it is an Alston Construction Company core value.

Teamwork

Our most important asset is people and we foster teamwork at all levels.  We value our people and our relationships and enjoy seeing success in others, whether we are helping an employee to reach their full career potential or helping a client by delivering a successful project.

Respect

Mutual respect is essential.  We respect individuals and their opinions and we exhibit the knowledge, skills and attributes to gain respect from others.

Passion

Last, but certainly not least, we’re passionate about what we do!  We are excited to be able to provide our clients with a solution that meets their needs and to deliver a quality project.  It’s what gets each of us up each morning and gives us the internal drive to exceed expectations.

We believe that when we invest in our employees and their families that we all benefit. That is why Alston Construction is proud to offer, not only competitive salaries, but also a very competitive, comprehensive, and high-quality benefits package (with generous employer premium contributions) to our eligible employees and their families. Our benefits package includes the following:

• Medical Insurance, including Prescription coverage
• Dental Insurance, including Orthodontic benefits for adults & children
• Vision Insurance, including a Prescription Safety Glasses benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Daycare Account
• Identity Theft Protection Program
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

We, at Alston Construction Company, enjoy seeing success in others.  We encourage our employees to be the best they can be and to grow both personally and professionally.  Part of this professional development includes participation in training, professional accreditations or certifications, and industry events.  Many of our employees also actively participate in industry associations, which provide valuable resources for industry changes, best practices, and networking opportunities.

The success of each individual employee leads to the success of our project teams and the entire company, creating a win-win situation.

At Alston Construction Company we know that you have choices, which is why we pride ourselves in providing a rewarding experience that will prepare you for the next steps in your career.  So, whether you’re looking for a summer internship or a full-time position after graduation, Alston Construction could be the place for you.

What are we looking for?

Alston Construction is excited about the opportunity to provide internships (or entry-level positions for graduates) for select college students in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or other applicable majors.  We are looking for students who are passionate about the construction industry and who are committed to making the most out of their internship/position.  In addition, we are looking for students who share the same core values as Alston Construction and who have the initiative and desire to positively contribute to our team.

Internships

Come and experience a challenging and rewarding internship with Alston Construction Company.  Our Interns are considered valuable members of the team, not simply extra filing help for the summer.  Interns are exposed to many areas of Alston Construction, which may include estimating, preconstruction, project management, field supervision, safety, risk management, and corporate support services.  Exposure to these areas will allow our Interns the opportunity to obtain hands-on work experience and a real world view of the business operations of a nationwide general contractor.

Our interns typically work in an office environment, but may have the opportunity to visit and work in field locations. Interns may have the opportunity to work in one of our offices in the following cities:  Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Edison, NJ; Houston, TX; Las Vegas, NV; Memphis, TN; Nashville, TN; Newport Beach, CA; Reno, NV; Seattle, WA and Sacramento, CA.

How do I apply?

Please email your resume, along with any additional pertinent information, including your internship availability and office location(s) you are interested in, to interns@alstonco.com.

Upcoming Campus Recruiting Events

We invite you to stop by our booth at one of our upcoming campus recruiting events.  Following is a list of currently scheduled events, but please visit our site regularly for new additions.

September 15, 2015 – Oklahoma State University – CEAT Career Fair

September 24, 2015 – Purdue University – Building Construction Management Career Fair

October 22, 2015 – University of Oklahoma – Fall Career Fair

Alston Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and we expect all employees to maintain a respectful and inclusive working environment.  We value diversity and it is an important component of many of our core values.  A diverse team brings together different backgrounds, skills, thoughts and ideas, thus benefiting our project teams, our company, and our clients.  Therefore, we seek to build, develop, and maintain our team with the best individuals, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Alston Construction will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, both in the hiring process and during employment, unless the requested accommodation would result in an undue hardship.

Alston Construction Company is built on strong values.  We want individuals who are passionate about what they do and who share these same core values.  Because our foundation and success is built on our people, we are always on the lookout for great talent in the following areas:

• Project Management
• Field Management
• Estimating/Preconstruction
• Safety
• Corporate Support Services (e.g., accounting, administrative, human resources, marketing, risk management, etc.)

We invite you to explore our current job openings.  To be considered for an open position with Alston Construction, please submit your resume through this system.

If you don’t see a position posted that matches your skills or interests today, there is no need to worry.  Our nationwide team of construction professionals continues to grow, so check back frequently for new positions.  Even if we don’t currently have an immediate opening, we are always accepting resumes for future needs from qualified, experienced candidates atjobs@alstonco.com.

Also, feel free to connect with us on LinkedIn. We would love to add you to our talent network and stay connected.

Notice to Third-Party Recruiters:

All third-party recruiters must have both a current agreement signed by Alston Construction’s Human Resources Director and have been formally assigned a specific search for which that candidate is being submitted in order to be eligible for a placement fee.  Any resume submitted to any employee of Alston without having this agreement in place and a specific search assigned will be considered property of Alston Construction and will not be eligible for payment of any placement fee. Verbal or written commitments from anyone other than Alston’s Human Resources Director will not be considered binding terms. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies to know this policy.