Project Assistant Jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Project Assistant jobs in Phoenix, Arizona are concentrated in the downtown core, Midtown, and the Camelback Corridor, with steady demand across construction, healthcare, and professional services. Leading employers right now include HDR, Quanta Services, and Felix Construction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
The Assistant Project Controls Specialist will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.
- Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.
- Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.
- Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
- Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.
- Responsible for following project execution plans.
- Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.
- Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.
- Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.
- Assist with the development of a cash flow.
- Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.
- Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.
- Assist with resource loading of a schedule.
- Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.
- Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.
- Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.
- Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.
- Assist with verifying progress measurements.
- Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.
- Assist with material takeoffs.
- Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.
- Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
- Or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement required.
- Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Project Controls
Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Req ID: 264104
Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-MC #CDB
Description
The Assistant Project Controls Specialist will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.
- Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.
- Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.
- Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
- Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.
- Responsible for following project execution plans.
- Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.
- Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.
- Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.
- Assist with the development of a cash flow.
- Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.
- Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.
- Assist with resource loading of a schedule.
- Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.
- Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.
- Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.
- Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.
- Assist with verifying progress measurements.
- Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.
- Assist with material takeoffs.
- Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.
- Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
- Or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement required.
- Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Project Controls
Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Req ID: 264104
Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-MC #CDB
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Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
Project Assistant Jobs in Phoenix: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project assistant job in Phoenix?
Focus your search on Phoenix's strongest hiring sectors: construction and real estate development, healthcare systems, and government contractors clustered downtown and in Tempe. Candidates who stand out typically have experience with project scheduling tools, strong document management skills, and familiarity with the fast-paced timelines that define Phoenix's ongoing infrastructure and development boom. Applying directly to general contractors and large health systems gives you the best shot at entry and mid-level openings.
Which companies hire project assistants in Phoenix?
Employers hiring project assistants in Phoenix right now include HDR, Quanta Services, and Felix Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Phoenix's mix of large healthcare networks, commercial developers, and municipal agencies means project assistant roles appear across both corporate headquarters and regional field offices throughout the metro.
Are there remote project assistant jobs in Phoenix?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role: desk-based and analytical project assistant positions are far more remote-friendly than construction or facilities-focused ones, which require on-site presence. About 0% of project assistant openings tied to Phoenix are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, skewing toward tech and professional services employers. Administrative and coordination tasks tied to software or consulting firms offer the strongest remote options locally.
How can I get a project assistant job in Phoenix with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Phoenix is targeting the city's large construction and development firms, which regularly hire junior project assistants to support permitting, scheduling, and vendor coordination. Phoenix-area community colleges offer project management certificate programs that carry real weight with local employers. Lateral moves from administrative assistant or coordinator roles at healthcare systems like Banner Health or Dignity Health are another proven route, as internal transfers into project teams are common at those organizations.
Which industries hire the most project assistants in Phoenix?
Phoenix project assistant roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Staffing & Recruiting, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Phoenix's sustained population growth drives constant construction and healthcare expansion, while a growing corporate presence in financial services and technology adds consistent demand for project coordination support across the metro.
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