Project Manager Assistant - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith•Atlanta, GA

10d

About The Position

The Project Manager Assistant will manage scope, schedule, and budget for client transportation projects including roadway design, traffic signals, transportation planning, and environmental work. This role involves managing the preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications, overseeing the preparation and review of preliminary and final plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates, and recommending changes as necessary. The assistant will also participate in contract bidding and administration, supervise and guide design projects through client processes, coordinate with various officials and agencies, and communicate with project teams, clients, review agencies, and other stakeholders. They will address complex issues by involving subject matter experts and client management, meet program and client goals, and attend training to stay current on requirements. The work directly contributes to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, while growing a career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or a related field, or a minimum of 3 years of transportation industry experience, preferably in Georgia
Ability to adapt and gain additional experience as required for specific assignments
Strong knowledge of standard office practices and procedures
Proficiency with office equipment such as personal computers, calculators, and copiers
Skillful in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, with the ability to learn client-specific systems
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks without immediate or constant supervision
Genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit

Responsibilities

Manage scope, schedule, and budget for client transportation projects including roadway design, traffic signals, transportation planning, and environmental work
Manage preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications for major and minor projects by consultants or clients
Oversee preparation and review of preliminary and final plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates, recommending additions, deletions, and substitutions when necessary
Participate in contract bidding and administration when needed
Supervise and guide design projects through client processes, coordinating with city, state, and county officials as well as outside agencies
Coordinate projects with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal firm staff
Communicate and interact with project teams, client representatives, review agencies, and other stakeholders
Address complex issues such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitable materials, and difficult coordination by involving subject matter experts and client management
Meet program and client goals and reporting metrics for projects
Attend training as needed to stay current on client and firm requirements