Junior Project Manager

Above Group, Inc.

. Assist in managing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects, including coordination with external design sub-consultants and internal design teams .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the AEC industry, including proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Project. Capable of maintaining effective communication and collaboration among clients, contractors, and internal teams while ensuring adherence to project schedules and budgets.

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Project ManagementRevit ProficiencyAutoCAD KnowledgeProfessional Engineer LicenseInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementWorkflow ManagementQuality Control ReviewsTechnical WritingDesign Specification EditingWBS ApplicationEVM FrameworksPMI MethodologiesMicrosoft Project ProficiencyMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written SkillsOral CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsStrong Work EthicDetail Oriented

Tools & Technologies

RevitAutoCADMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer LicenseRegistered ArchitectPMI PMP Certification (Nice to Have)

Industry Keywords

AEC IndustryMEP EngineeringBasis of DesignDesign CriteriaRFI ManagementSubmittal ResponseContract CoordinationBusiness DevelopmentProject InterviewsClient Meetings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in managing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects, including coordination with external design sub-consultants and internal design teams
Manage approximately $0.5M–$1.5M in annual billings
Interpret and contribute to Basis of Design documents, design criteria documents, reports, and other technical written documents
Maintain clear communication between clients, contractors, and senior project managers on all active projects
Conduct quality control reviews of drawings, specifications, and narratives under the guidance of senior staff
Identify and escalate oversights for review and correction
Support business development, including project interviews, technical writing for proposals, and fee proposals
Assist with contract coordination for sub-consultants and support approval and distribution processes
Maintain project schedules and calendars with key design deadlines
Keep project records, job site visit logs, and timelines current
Ensure RFI and submittal response times meet or exceed company standards
Keep records of communications and work items discussed with contractors
Maintain documentation and records of applicable standards and codes
Support development of and adherence to company-wide standards and processes
Submit personal timesheets on time and help monitor team compliance
Represent the company in marketing and networking activities, including industry events and conferences, as requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 5-10 years of post-degree experience working for an MEP engineering firm or an AE firm
Professional Engineer (PE) license or Registered Architect (AIA)
Proficient in managing workflow for MEP/FP designers and engineers in the AEC industry
Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD
Knowledge of applying WBS and EVM frameworks
Familiarity with applying PMI methodologies
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project
Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Able to edit design specifications and respond to RFIs using information from project documents
Strong work ethic; able to work independently/self-motivated and in a collaborative team setting
Highly organized and detail oriented
Strong project management, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task
Strong time management with flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and duties
High levels of confidentiality, integrity, and dependability
U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency
Willingness to travel up to 20% for site visits and client meetings
Nice to have: PMI PMP certification, or actively pursuing it
Reliable high-speed internet capable of supporting video conferencing, VPN, and cloud applications
Secure home network appropriate for confidential company and client information
Dedicated, quiet workspace suitable for sustained focus and professional video meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
Employer-funded HSA contributions
Annual profit-sharing bonus tied to the company’s collective results
Fully remote work option
Hybrid work option for candidates residing near Melbourne, FL or Ellicott City, MD