Project Manager Assistant - Transportation Market

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or a related field, or a minimum of 3 years of transportation industry experience, preferably in Georgia   
• Ability to adapt and gain additional experience as required for specific assignments   
• Strong knowledge of standard office practices and procedures   
• Proficiency with office equipment such as personal computers, calculators, and copiers   
• Skillful in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel, with the ability to learn client-specific systems   
• Excellent attention to detail   
• Strong organizational and time management skills   
• Ability to build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships   
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks without immediate or constant supervision

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a Project Manager Assistant, you will:

• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for client transportation projects including roadway design, traffic signals, transportation planning, and environmental work
• Manage preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications for major and minor projects by consultants or clients
• Oversee preparation and review of preliminary and final plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates, recommending additions, deletions, and substitutions when necessary
• Participate in contract bidding and administration when needed
• Supervise and guide design projects through client processes, coordinating with city, state, and county officials as well as outside agencies
• Coordinate projects with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal firm staff
• Communicate and interact with project teams, client representatives, review agencies, and other stakeholders
• Address complex issues such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitable materials, and difficult coordination by involving subject matter experts and client management
• Meet program and client goals and reporting metrics for projects
• Attend training as needed to stay current on client and firm requirements

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.