Assistant Project Manager

AE Works Ltd.; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as an Assistant Project Manager, where you'll support the Project Lead in developing design and construction documents. This role involves coordinating with various engineering disciplines and ensuring project timelines are met. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, you'll be part of a team dedicated to excellence in building design and engineering.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and under supervision.
• Working knowledge of building codes and construction methods.
• Understanding of MEP, Structural, and Site/Civil Engineering trades.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead Project Manager during all project phases.
• Coordinate structural, MEP, and Civil Engineering drawings.
• Transfer review comments to shop drawings and submittals.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture or Engineering

Tools

Schematic Design

Job description

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Be part of a team shaping the future of building design and engineering. AE Works is an award-winning firm recognized among the top U.S. A/E firms by Architectural Record and ENR Mid-Atlantic, celebrated for our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and social impact as a certified B Corp.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to make building projects a better value. At AE Works, we turn complex challenges into impactful, lasting solutions that unlock the full potential of the built environment, enabling our clients to achieve their important mission and create meaningful change.

Why AE Works?

Our people are our difference. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every voice matters and the best ideas win. As part of our team, you’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with expertise spanning healthcare, higher education, and government markets. We’re shaping the future with the latest technology and a passion for design excellence.

Position Overview AE Works is looking for a talented Assistant Project Manager to join our team and assist the Project Lead (Sr. Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge) in developing design and construction documents for bidding and construction. You will assist the Project Lead (Sr. Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge) during the Construction Administration Phase. Specific responsibilities during this phase include but are not limited to transfer of review comments to shop drawings & submittals; transmittance of such submittals/shop drawings.

Location(s): Arlington, VA or Pittsburgh, PA with travel to client and project sites.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting the lead Project Manager and/or Senior Project Manager during the entire architectural engineering project on a day-to-day basis from the Schematic Design/Conception phase through to Design Development, Construction Drawings, Bidding/Contract Negotiation, Construction Administration and Closeout phases. These functions are performed under the direct supervision of a Senior Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge.
• Performs these functions in various capacities across multiple architectural engineering projects at any one time, during any one of the aforementioned project phases.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: Ability to work independently and under the supervision of a Sr. Project Manager/Principal-in-Charge. Possess a working knowledge of federal, state and local building administrative and energy codes relating to various building projects. Working knowledge of modern architectural / construction means and methods; and the ability to sufficiently detail these systems.
• Understanding of Construction Drawing/Detailing of various building systems. Ability to recognize architectural design problems and advise the Project Management team of any issues.
• Satisfactory understanding of MEP, Structural and Site/Civil Engineering trades, while understanding the impact that these trades may have on the architectural design concept. Demonstrate ability to generally coordinate structural, MEP and Civil Engineering drawings with Architectural contract documents.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, proactively identifying challenges and opportunities, taking the initiative to drive projects forward, and anticipating team and client needs before they arise.
• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture or Engineering
• Technical Skills: Basic schematic design/space planning and programming skills.
• Attributes: Good organizational, communications and notes documentation skills. Ability to recognize and develop personal time management skills while having the ability to prioritize assigned tasks and advise Project Manager/Principal-in-Charge of any deviations to project timelines and milestones.
  
  

Why Join Us?

At AE Works, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find a place to grow, innovate, and contribute to a culture of excellence. With generous benefits, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, we support our people in building fulfilling careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EEO is the law AE Works uses E-Verify . You have the Right to Work .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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