Project Assistant

Drees & Sommer Polska; Województwo mazowieckie; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible mobile working

Tailored training programmes

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance programme

Employee referral programme

Career milestone rewards

Job summary

Drees & Sommer Polska is seeking a Project Assistant to join our Poland PM team. You will support real estate and construction projects, coordinate schedules and communications, and help manage documentation and reporting in a dynamic, international environment.

The role offers hands-on project management exposure, close collaboration with Senior PMs, and growth in construction and real estate disciplines within a globally operating consultancy.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel.
• Bachelor's or Master's study in Civil Engineering; other construction-focused routes considered.
• At least 2 years in project management consultancy, real estate or construction.
• Basic knowledge of construction industry and project delivery processes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills; multi-tasking ability.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset; eager to learn.
• Polish fluent; good written and spoken English; German a plus.
• MS Office knowledge, especially Excel and PowerPoint; AutoCAD familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in delivering real estate and construction projects.
• Assist with schedules, budgets, deliverables and quality standards.
• Support tendering, bid evaluation and contract administration.
• Coordinate communication among internal teams, designers, contractors and clients.
• Prepare project reports, meeting minutes, presentations, and client materials.
• Maintain project documentation and registers.
• Monitor progress against milestones and actions; assist risk mitigation.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary activities for smooth delivery.
• Participate in project meetings with Project Managers and teams.
• Provide admin and organisational support to the PM department.

Skills

Travel willingness

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Proactive mindset

English proficiency

Polish fluency

German advantage

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

AutoCAD familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Technical secondary education in construction

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

Creating a liveable future for generations to come motivates us every day. We are consultants, implementers, visionaries and pragmatists – united in delivering sustainable, innovative and economically viable solutions in the fields of real estate, industry, energy and infrastructure.

Company Description

Creating a liveable future for generations to come motivates us every day. We are consultants, implementers, visionaries and pragmatists – united in delivering sustainable, innovative and economically viable solutions in the fields of real estate, industry, energy and infrastructure.

Our more than 6,500 employees at over 70 locations worldwide support our clients in interdisciplinary teams. Our thinking is both visionary and realistic. We work independently and collaboratively – with passion and using state-of-the-art technologies.

We bring people and ideas together. Become part of Drees & Sommer and let us shape together the world we want to live in.

Are you passionate about construction, real estate, and delivering successful projects? Are you client-focused, well-organized, and able to adapt to different project and stakeholder needs?

As an Project Assistant, you will support our Project Management team in Poland across a variety of real estate and construction projects. You will work closely with experienced Project Managers and contribute to different stages of the project lifecycle, gaining valuable practical experience in a dynamic and international environment.

This is a full-time position and a great opportunity for someone with initial professional experience who wants to further develop their career in project management and gain hands‑on experience in the construction and real estate sector.

Job Description

• Support Project Managers in the delivery of a variety of real estate and construction projects.
• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, deliverables and quality standards.
• Support tendering processes, bid evaluations and contract administration.
• Coordinate communication between internal teams, designers, contractors, clients and other project stakeholders.
• Prepare project reports, meeting minutes, presentations and other client-facing materials, as well as maintain project documentation and registers.
• Support regular project reporting, monitor progress against agreed milestones and deliverables, and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Assist in identifying potential project risks, delays and issues, and support the development of appropriate solutions.
• Coordinate activities across different project disciplines to ensure smooth collaboration and efficient project delivery.
• Participate in project meetings and work closely with experienced Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide administrative and organisational support to the Project Management department in its day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel.
• Completed or ongoing Bachelor's or Master's studies in Civil Engineering. Students currently pursuing their studies and candidates with a technical secondary education in construction are also welcome to apply.
• At least 2 years of initial professional experience in project management consultancy, real estate, engineering, construction or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of the construction industry and project delivery processes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a strong willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, designers, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Polish fluent, good command of written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Very good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD.

Additional Information

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible mobile working options that help you balance your professional and personal life.
• Learning & Development: Grow professionally and personally through tailored training programmes, further education and language courses.
• Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from a MultiSport card, private health insurance and life insurance to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential professional counselling from external experts to help you navigate both work-related and personal challenges.
• Employee Referral Programme: Earn attractive bonuses by recommending talented professionals to join our team.
• Recognition & Special Benefits: We value your commitment and loyalty, celebrating career milestones and special personal occasions with additional benefits.