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Remote Assistant Project Manager jobs are open across the U.S. in construction, technology, healthcare, and professional services, at remote-first firms and distributed teams that need hands-on coordination support. Companies hiring remote assistant project managers right now include CUPERTINO ELECTRIC, MasTec, and JLL. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking an experienced Lead Project Geologist / Assistant Project Manager for immediate employment in our Oakland, California office. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team and collaborating with award-winning professionals around the world.
In this role, you will serve as both a technical lead and project management partner, supporting environmental investigation and remediation projects from planning through execution. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, coordinate project activities, and assist Project Managers with client communication, financial tracking, scheduling, and project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical execution of environmental site investigations and remediation projects.
- Apply geologic expertise to develop practical, technically sound solutions for complex environmental challenges.
- Interpret geologic and environmental data, conduct technical analyses, and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Prepare and review technical reports, work plans, and regulatory deliverables.
- Support Project Managers with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, invoicing, and overall project execution.
- Assist with managing project scope, schedule, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to geologists, scientists, and junior staff.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Provide technical quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on project deliverables.
- Communicate project status, technical findings, and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Support proposal preparation, cost estimating, and business development activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 6+ years of progressively responsible experience supporting environmental investigation and remediation projects, or demonstrated equivalent education and experience.
- Current Professional Geologist (P.G.) license in the State of California.
- Experience with site investigations, remedial investigations, and environmental compliance.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight travel when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience serving as a technical lead while supporting project management activities.
- Experience preparing proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders.
- Familiarity with project financial management, invoicing, forecasting, and resource planning.
- Interest in developing client relationships and supporting business development.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams on environmental consulting projects.
- Experience executing Site Investigations, Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, and Risk Assessments for federal, industrial, or commercial environmental projects.
Additional Information
- This position does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
- Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen.
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking an experienced Lead Project Geologist / Assistant Project Manager for immediate employment in our Oakland, California office. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team and collaborating with award-winning professionals around the world.
In this role, you will serve as both a technical lead and project management partner, supporting environmental investigation and remediation projects from planning through execution. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, coordinate project activities, and assist Project Managers with client communication, financial tracking, scheduling, and project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical execution of environmental site investigations and remediation projects.
- Apply geologic expertise to develop practical, technically sound solutions for complex environmental challenges.
- Interpret geologic and environmental data, conduct technical analyses, and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Prepare and review technical reports, work plans, and regulatory deliverables.
- Support Project Managers with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, invoicing, and overall project execution.
- Assist with managing project scope, schedule, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to geologists, scientists, and junior staff.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Provide technical quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on project deliverables.
- Communicate project status, technical findings, and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Support proposal preparation, cost estimating, and business development activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 6+ years of progressively responsible experience supporting environmental investigation and remediation projects, or demonstrated equivalent education and experience.
- Current Professional Geologist (P.G.) license in the State of California.
- Experience with site investigations, remedial investigations, and environmental compliance.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight travel when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience serving as a technical lead while supporting project management activities.
- Experience preparing proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders.
- Familiarity with project financial management, invoicing, forecasting, and resource planning.
- Interest in developing client relationships and supporting business development.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams on environmental consulting projects.
- Experience executing Site Investigations, Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, and Risk Assessments for federal, industrial, or commercial environmental projects.
Additional Information
- This position does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
- Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen.
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote assistant project manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, construction management, engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Procore, or Jira
- One to three years of experience supporting project delivery or coordination
- Familiarity with project documentation including RFIs, submittals, and change orders
- CAPM or PMP certification or active pursuit of one
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and vendor coordination
Tips for Your Remote Assistant Project Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote assistant project manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through mixed results. Early applicants get more attention before a posting fills.
Show your async communication style upfront
Remote employers screen for written clarity before anything else. Update your resume and cover letter to include examples of how you've documented project status, written stakeholder updates, or kept distributed teams aligned without real-time check-ins.
List your remote project tools by name
Hiring managers at distributed companies want to see Asana, Jira, Monday.com, Confluence, Smartsheet, or Trello listed specifically, not just 'project management software.' Name every platform you've used to track tasks, flag blockers, or run project workflows.
Prepare for a remote-specific interview format
Remote assistant project manager interviews often include a written exercise or async task to assess how you communicate without a room to read. Practice answering behavioral questions in writing, and be ready to walk through how you'd manage a project kickoff entirely over video and shared documents.
Remote Assistant Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote assistant project manager job?
Target companies with established remote teams, since they already have the workflows and tools that make remote project coordination work. Remote employers screen heavily for async written communication, self-directed task management, and familiarity with project management platforms like Asana, Jira, or Monday.com. Candidates who show they can document decisions clearly, update stakeholders without prompting, and manage deliverables across time zones stand out most.
Which companies hire remote assistant project managers?
Companies hiring remote assistant project managers right now include CUPERTINO ELECTRIC, MasTec, and JLL, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed professional services companies, and healthcare organizations with multi-site operations are among the most consistent hirers of assistant project managers in fully remote settings.
Can you get a remote assistant project manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because you need to operate independently from day one without in-office guidance. Remote-first startups and smaller distributed teams are the most open to entry-level candidates. You can close the experience gap by completing a PMP or CAPM course, contributing to volunteer or freelance projects, and showing concrete examples of coordinating tasks and communicating progress in writing.
Do you need a degree for remote assistant project manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weight demonstrated coordination skills, project management certifications like CAPM or Google Project Management, and a history of delivering organized, documented work over a formal degree. A portfolio of completed projects, strong references, and comfort with remote collaboration tools can carry a candidate without a four-year degree, particularly at remote-first companies and startups.
Which industries hire the most remote assistant project managers?
Remote assistant project manager roles concentrate in Energy, Electronics & Hardware, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects where a dedicated assistant project manager keeps timelines, documentation, and communication running across locations.
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