Assistant Project Manager - Design

CRB; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Design team in delivering life sciences and advanced technology projects. You’ll help manage tasks, budgets, schedules and stakeholder communications while growing into a leadership role.

You will collaborate with Project Managers and cross-disciplinary teams, monitor performance, and help maintain strong client relationships in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Up to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a design firm or field construction office setting.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in the execution and delivery of design projects.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination across disciplines.
• Monitor and report on project financial performance, including forecasting and cost tracking.
• Lead smaller-scale projects or manage defined portions of larger projects.
• Coordinate internal resources and external partners to ensure project milestones are met.
• Participate in client communications and help maintain strong relationships.
• Contribute to project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, and deliverables.
• Help identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Support team development and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Deltek

Bluebeam

Job description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,200 employees provide best‑class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

As an Assistant Project Manager on CRB’s Design team, you’ll play a key role in supporting the successful execution of design projects across our life sciences and advanced technology sectors. This position is ideal for someone with up to five years of experience who is ready to grow into a leadership role while contributing to project delivery, financial performance, and team coordination.

You’ll work closely with Project Managers and cross‑disciplinary teams to manage project tasks, monitor budgets, and ensure timely execution. You may also lead smaller projects with limited complexity and take ownership of specific project responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in the execution and delivery of design projects.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination across disciplines.
• Monitor and report on project financial performance, including forecasting and cost tracking.
• Lead smaller‑scale projects or manage defined portions of larger projects.
• Coordinate internal resources and external partners to ensure project milestones are met.
• Participate in client communications and help maintain strong relationships.
• Contribute to project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, and deliverables.
• Help identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Support team development and contribute to a collaborative, high‑performance culture.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Up to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a design firm or field construction office setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Developing leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset with the ability to coordinate and manage others.
• Understanding of project execution and delivery in a design or construction setting.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Deltek, Bluebeam).
• Interest in life sciences, advanced technology, or mission‑critical sectors.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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