Project Manager Assistant

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people-focused, award-winning, full‑service consulting firm offering civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support. Our team of over 650 professionals delivers integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Department: Civil/Municipal
Location: Columbus, OH

Project Manager Assistant

Play a key role in keeping projects moving forward by supporting Project Managers with coordination, organization, and day‑to‑day operations for complex civil/municipal projects.

• Coordinate schedules, meetings, and project communications
• Serve as a central point of contact for project teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Track deadlines and milestones to ensure timely delivery

• Manage and maintain project documentation and records
• Support logistics for project activities
• Assist with compliance tasks and audit preparation

• Monitor project progress and help keep teams aligned
• Assist with contract management and internal coordination
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project team members

• Assist with project budgeting and forecasting
• Track project costs and allocations
• Serve as the biller in the invoicing cycle

Who You Are

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. You will be successful if you have:

• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with project management software and MS Office tools
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy
• A team-oriented, service-focused approach to supporting project needs

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching – Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.