Remote Project Assistant Jobs

Remote project assistant jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like technology, consulting, healthcare, and financial services, at companies running distributed teams and remote-first operations. From entry-level coordination roles at software startups to senior-support positions on global project teams, employers hiring remotely right now include University Enterprises, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Cinterra. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top employerUniversity Enterprises
Top industryEnergy
Top credentialBachelor's degree in construction management
Companies hiring32

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Hollstadt Consulting
Project Assistant
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Hollstadt Consulting
Added 1d ago
Project Assistant
Hollstadt Consulting
Minnesota
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Remote (US)
Associate's degree in finance

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ServiceMaster Brands
SRM Assistant Project Manager
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ServiceMaster Brands
Added 3d ago
SRM Assistant Project Manager
ServiceMaster Brands
Remote
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
$65k - $75k/yr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Scientific Teaching Services
Administrative Assistant / Project Manager / Support Staff
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Scientific Teaching Services
Added 3d ago
Administrative Assistant / Project Manager / Support Staff
Scientific Teaching Services
Remote
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$22 - $32/hr
Remote (US)
2-10

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Viatechnik
Assistant Project Manager, Mechanical & Plumbing
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Viatechnik
Added 3d ago
Assistant Project Manager, Mechanical & Plumbing
Viatechnik
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$60k - $80k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's degree
201-500

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Remote Project Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

University Enterprises
University Enterprises2 open roles
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited2 open roles
Cinterra
Cinterra1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote project assistant jobs.

  • Proficiency with project management software such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field
  • Experience maintaining project documentation, schedules, and status reports
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint

Tips for Your Remote Project Assistant Job Search

Prove your async communication skills upfront

Remote project assistants succeed or fail on written clarity. Update your resume and cover letter to show specific examples of documenting decisions, writing status updates, or communicating project progress without face-to-face meetings. Remote hiring managers look for this before anything else.

Highlight the project tools you already use

List every project management and collaboration platform you know, including Asana, Trello, Jira, Notion, Slack, and Google Workspace. Remote employers screen for tool fluency early because onboarding time for remote hires is limited and they need you productive fast.

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote project assistant openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that require on-site work.

Target remote-first companies over hybrid postings

Remote-first organizations have built their workflows around distributed teams, which means clearer onboarding, better async culture, and less pressure to relocate. Filter your search to companies where remote work is the default, not an accommodation, to land roles with real long-term flexibility.

Remote Project Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote project assistant job?

Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they have the infrastructure and culture to onboard remote project assistants successfully. Remote employers screen hard for written communication, self-direction, and async collaboration skills, so tailor your application materials to show those explicitly. Familiarity with project management tools like Asana, Jira, or Monday.com gives you a concrete edge because remote project work runs almost entirely through those platforms.

Which companies hire remote project assistants?

Remote project assistant roles are posted by University Enterprises, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Cinterra and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first tech companies, management consulting firms, and distributed healthcare organizations make up the largest share of employers hiring project assistants outside a traditional office.

Can you get a remote project assistant job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level project assistant roles are harder to land than in-office equivalents because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site supervision. Remote-first startups and smaller consulting firms are your best entry points. You can substitute experience with a portfolio showing organized, documented work, completed online project management coursework, or volunteer coordination you can describe in concrete terms.

Do you need a degree for remote project assistant jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated organizational ability, clear written communication, and hands-on tool proficiency than a specific credential. Showing that you can manage tasks asynchronously, keep projects on schedule without direct oversight, and communicate clearly in writing often carries more weight than a diploma for remote project assistant roles.

Which industries hire the most remote project assistants?

Most remote project assistant openings sit in Energy and Construction & Real Estate, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors rely heavily on distributed teams coordinating work across time zones, which makes remote project assistants a practical staffing solution rather than an exception.

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