DesignGroup · 22 hours ago
Assistant Project Manager - Architecture
Columbus Office - Columbus, OH 43215
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expDesignGroup is a company focused on architecture and project management, seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project delivery and client engagement. The role involves assisting in planning, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring quality control, while also providing mentorship and exposure to project management competencies.
ArchitectureConstructionInterior Design
Responsibilities
Assist the PM with planning, developing, and maintaining project schedules
Support creation of agendas, meeting materials, presentations, and deliverables
Prepare, track, and distribute meeting minutes and follow-up action items
Maintain project documentation, including logs, coordination files, and task lists
Support quality control by reviewing documents for consistency and completeness
Lead defined workstreams or smaller project components with PM oversight
Assist with risk identification and mitigation planning
Support proposal development and coordination for project pursuits
Assist with coordination between design disciplines, engineering consultants, and internal team members
Track consultant deliverables, deadlines, and alignment to project scope
Support the PM with communication to regulatory agencies and permitting entities
Assist with monitoring project budgets and resource allocation
Support invoice preparation, AR tracking, and financial documentation
Review fee trends and flag issues or variances for PM attention
Prepare client correspondence, draft communications, and organize deliverables
Participate in select project meetings; occasionally stand in for PM when appropriate
Support client expectations through clear communication and proactive task follow-through
Participate in structured mentorship with an assigned Champion aligned to the PA → PM competency model
Engage in monthly check-ins and milestone reviews to track progress toward PM readiness
Demonstrate consistent growth in leadership, coordination, communication, and project ownership
Qualification
Required
A professional degree (Bachelor of Architecture, or a related field) from an accredited program is a minimum requirement
5+ years of professional experience in architecture
Current Architectural Registration
Strong understanding of design documentation, drawing sets, and project workflows
Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Previous exposure to CA, scheduling, or budget tracking
Demonstrated interest in project management, team leadership, or client-facing roles
Experience with consultant coordination or leading smaller components of a project
Proficiency in industry-standard design tools (Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite) and Microsoft Office is a must
Company
DesignGroup
Founded in 1972, DesignGroup is an AIA Ohio Gold Medal architecture and design firm located in Columbus, Ohio and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase