Project Assistant

Arcadis

. Support project administration for multiple project managers and operations in the Midwest Region, primarily Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong financial acumen with expertise in project administration, client billing procedures, and budget monitoring. Proficient in preparing financial reports and managing project correspondence while ensuring compliance with contract terms.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project AdministrationClient Billing ProceduresFinancial AnalysisMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyTime Management

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Hard Skills

Financial Metrics AnalysisBudget MonitoringContract ReportingProject TrackingQuality ControlSpreadsheet PreparationForecast UpdatingInvoice VerificationProject Management ToolsRevenue Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational AbilitiesAttention to DetailTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

AccountingFinanceBusiness AdministrationProject ManagementClient Invoicing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support project administration for multiple project managers and operations in the Midwest Region, primarily Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana
Track project progress
Prepare contract reports for management
Monitor project budgets
Prepare and distribute routine project correspondence
Work with project managers to ensure monthly client invoices are prepared and sent
Provide and analyze project financial metrics, including revenue, profitability, and accounts receivable
Coordinate with subcontractors on billing requirements
Set up new projects and update forecasts in project management tools
Prepare client billing documents
Verify invoices comply with contract terms
Prepare reports and spreadsheets and perform quality control for billing documents
Participate in monthly project reviews with Finance Managers and Project Managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
1–3+ years of related experience
Finance background or coursework
Previous experience with client billing procedures
Previous administrative experience in a fast-paced setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong time management and organizational abilities
Ability to work effectively under time constraints, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k)
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward and recognition program
Wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
15 days PTO accruing per year
Hybrid work arrangement