Facilities- Project Management (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI invites applications for a Facilities - Project Management Assistant (Student Position). The role offers hands-on experience in project management within the Physical Plant department.

You will work on project scopes, bid packages, and construction documentation while gaining exposure to cost estimates and scheduling. Ideal candidates are organized, able to work independently, and proficient with AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Illustrator.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Familiarity with reading construction documents and field measurements.
• Knowledge of construction processes and architectural graphics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with duties in the Project Management Department.
• Assist with developing project scopes.
• Prepare bid packages.
• Research materials and methods.
• Prepare cost estimates, drawings, and specifications.
• Implement and schedule assigned projects and manage construction activities.
• Perform duties using a university vehicle.

Skills

Independent work

Reading construction documents

Construction knowledge

Architectural graphics

Field measurements

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Facilities- Project Management (Student Position)

Job no: 498183
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Facilities - Project Management Assistant (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Department: 55- Physical Plant

Advertised Salary: $13.73

Summary of Position: Are you a student who is pursuing a career in project management? If so, this position will give you hands on experience and will allow you to gain further knowledge in the field.

Position Requirements:

• Must be able to work independently
• Must have extensive knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, reading construction documents, construction processes, architectural graphics, and field measurements
• As an individual who is responsible for driving on behalf of the university, a driving record check will be run pursuant to university policies. The individual will be required to sign an authorization to run a criminal history background and driving record check.
• Assist and perform highly skilled duties associated with the Project Management Department
• Assist with developing project scopes
• Prepare bid packages
• Research materials and methods
• Preparing cost estimates, drawings, and specifications
• Implementing and scheduling assigned projects and performing construction management
• Performs job duties with the use of a university vehicle

Number of Positions Available: 1

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: December 1 2026

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Advertised: 28 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time