Senior Level Project Assistant Jobs
Senior level project assistant jobs put experienced professionals in charge of project direction, cross-functional coordination, and the operational decisions that keep complex initiatives on track. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Education, with a 24% remote and hybrid share, and employers like Colliers Engineering & Design, WSP, and Haley & Aldrich hiring at this level now.
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About Aegis
The Aegis Companies provide expert project control services to the construction industry's most respected contractors, owners, and operators. Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD, we employ driven professionals dedicated to keeping construction projects on time and within budget. Aegis provides all new employees with the training, opportunities, and tools to be the top project controls professionals in the industry. Experienced construction professionals contribute their unique experience and ideas to strengthen our organization. Employees new to the industry learn the “Aegis way” and earn the opportunity to become trusted senior staff. With over two decades of experience solving the industry's toughest challenges, our regional offices throughout the United States and Europe enable our team members to work on projects anywhere in the world.
About The Role
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to support construction management services for our valued client's data center project. This position will work with a team of professionals, including the client's senior project manager, other construction professionals, and project stakeholders, to oversee and deliver this hyper-scale data center project. This role is a significant project team position with many growth opportunities.
General Responsibilities Include
- Oversee design development and project budget and cost.
- Verify and approve vendor payables, track vendor quantities through timesheets, and physical accounting.
- Assist in reviewing monthly contractor billing estimates for the owner.
- Lead regularly occurring project team meetings on behalf of the owner.
- Review, analyze, and evaluate contractor updates on behalf of the owner.
- Oversee both the cost report and the monthly billing.
- Manage extra work billings and claims under the supervision of the Project Manager.
- Manage the design change implementation and change management process.
- Manage the submittal and RFI process on behalf of the owner's team.
- Ensure a safe project site and work environment.
Requirements
- Eight to ten years of experience in construction management or a related field.
- Preference for experience in mission-critical, industrial, and process-heavy facilities.
- Ability to prepare and communicate cost and revenue projections.
- Knowledge of the permitting process and ability to drive the process to meet project timelines.
- Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
- Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals.
- Consistently communicates and collaborates with team members and clients.
- Build relationships with peers, leaders, clients, and customers.
- Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at the current role and prepare for career progression.
- Demonstrate ability to be dependable, diligent, and thorough.
- Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in managing the project effectively in a compressed timeframe.
Benefits And Perks
- Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + employer match
- Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer-paid
- Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Program
- Squishy rhinos
- Team events
The Pay Range For This Role Is
90,000 - 150,000 USD per year (Saline Township, MI)
About Aegis
The Aegis Companies provide expert project control services to the construction industry's most respected contractors, owners, and operators. Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD, we employ driven professionals dedicated to keeping construction projects on time and within budget. Aegis provides all new employees with the training, opportunities, and tools to be the top project controls professionals in the industry. Experienced construction professionals contribute their unique experience and ideas to strengthen our organization. Employees new to the industry learn the “Aegis way” and earn the opportunity to become trusted senior staff. With over two decades of experience solving the industry's toughest challenges, our regional offices throughout the United States and Europe enable our team members to work on projects anywhere in the world.
About The Role
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to support construction management services for our valued client's data center project. This position will work with a team of professionals, including the client's senior project manager, other construction professionals, and project stakeholders, to oversee and deliver this hyper-scale data center project. This role is a significant project team position with many growth opportunities.
General Responsibilities Include
- Oversee design development and project budget and cost.
- Verify and approve vendor payables, track vendor quantities through timesheets, and physical accounting.
- Assist in reviewing monthly contractor billing estimates for the owner.
- Lead regularly occurring project team meetings on behalf of the owner.
- Review, analyze, and evaluate contractor updates on behalf of the owner.
- Oversee both the cost report and the monthly billing.
- Manage extra work billings and claims under the supervision of the Project Manager.
- Manage the design change implementation and change management process.
- Manage the submittal and RFI process on behalf of the owner's team.
- Ensure a safe project site and work environment.
Requirements
- Eight to ten years of experience in construction management or a related field.
- Preference for experience in mission-critical, industrial, and process-heavy facilities.
- Ability to prepare and communicate cost and revenue projections.
- Knowledge of the permitting process and ability to drive the process to meet project timelines.
- Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
- Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals.
- Consistently communicates and collaborates with team members and clients.
- Build relationships with peers, leaders, clients, and customers.
- Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at the current role and prepare for career progression.
- Demonstrate ability to be dependable, diligent, and thorough.
- Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in managing the project effectively in a compressed timeframe.
Benefits And Perks
- Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + employer match
- Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer-paid
- Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Program
- Squishy rhinos
- Team events
The Pay Range For This Role Is
90,000 - 150,000 USD per year (Saline Township, MI)
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Senior Level Project Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project assistant job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned project timelines end to end, managed stakeholder relationships independently, and stepped into a lead role when a project needed direction. Concrete examples of scope delivered, problems resolved without escalation, and junior staff you have guided will carry more weight than credentials alone. Tailor your application to show ownership, not just participation.
Which companies hire senior level project assistants?
Companies hiring senior level project assistants right now include Colliers Engineering & Design, WSP, and Haley & Aldrich, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations running multi-phase programs or large operational portfolios where experienced project support is essential to keeping delivery on schedule.
Are there remote senior level project assistant jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 24% of senior level project assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting continued demand for experienced professionals who can coordinate distributed teams and manage project workflows without on-site oversight. On-site roles remain common in sectors with hands-on operational requirements.
What makes a project assistant role senior level?
A senior level project assistant role is defined by the scope of ownership it carries. Where mid-level roles support execution, senior roles drive it, including setting priorities, resolving cross-team conflicts, representing the project in stakeholder meetings, and mentoring less experienced team members. The expectation is that you operate with minimal direction and deliver outcomes, not just tasks.
Which industries hire the most senior level project assistants?
Senior Level project assistant roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to run large, multi-workstream programs where experienced project professionals are needed to maintain alignment across teams, manage documentation at scale, and support senior leadership through complex delivery cycles.