Project Assistant

Full Time / Permanent - 41,500 - 50,000 /yr

Wilkus Architects is a nationally recognized architecture firm specializing in commercial, retail, and hospitality design. From developing the latest retail spaces to supporting growing restaurant brands, we’re passionate about creating environments where people connect, work, and thrive. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive Project Assistant to support our dynamic project teams and help bring our work to life.

About the Position:

As a Project Assistant, you’ll play an essential role behind the scenes, helping our teams stay organized, on track, and ready to deliver outstanding results to our clients. You’ll gain firsthand experience working alongside Senior Project Managers and Designers, learning how architecture projects unfold from start to finish. Your work will directly support some of the nation’s top brands as they expand across the country.

What We’re Looking For

You’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You enjoy juggling multiple tasks, keeping things organized, and making life easier for those around you. If you have a knack for details, strong communication skills, and enjoy supporting a hardworking, collaborative group of professionals, you will fit right in.

Responsibilities:

  • Managing project-related shipping and courier services

  • Coordinating with jurisdictions and submitting permit applications

  • Following up on permit statuses and keeping everything on schedule

  • Updating client reports and tracking key project milestones

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education or administrative certificate

  • 2+ years of professional experience

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • A service-oriented mindset and strong interpersonal skills

  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs

Benefits:

At Wilkus Architects, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits packaged with Profit Sharing, 401K retirement savings program, health, dental, vision, flexible schedule, PTO, and paid holidays. Wilkus Architects is committed to mentoring our staff and creating opportunities for advancement into roles with increased involvement and project complexity. Wilkus Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This role is based full-time in our Hopkins office, with occasional flexibility to work from home when needed.

For consideration, please submit your resume a brief cover letter to:

Lindsey Wilkus – lcw@wilkusarch.com, the link below, or online at: www.wilkusarch.com

We look forward to meeting you!

Please combine your Cover Letter, Resume, References, and Portfolio into a single document and upload for submission.

*Wilkus Architects is an equal opportunity employer