Junior Project Manager

Brief overview

Remote

UndergradOr in progress

1+ yrsMinimum

Construction project managementArchitectureInterior designGeneral contractingRetail constructionProcoreMS ProjectSmartsheetExcelGoogle WorkspaceConstruction sequencingArchitectural drawingsLandlord/tenant coordination

About the company

Charrette Management Group LLCcharrette-mg.com

Since 2018, Charrette has offered comprehensive project management and owner’s representation services, specializing in high-end retail and hospitality.

Job description

Summary

Charrette Management Group (CMG) is a leading Owner's Representative and Construction Management firm, seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the construction and buildout of luxury retail environments. The role involves assisting Project Managers in various project phases, maintaining documentation, and ensuring quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Assist lead Project Managers across all project phases, including pre-construction, design review, permitting, and final closeout
Maintain master project documentation, including drawing logs, submittals, RFIs, change order requests, and meeting minutes
Coordinate architectural, engineering, and MEP drawing sets for team review
Participate in regular site visits and walkthroughs to assist with quality control, monitoring luxury finish standards (millwork, stone, lighting, and custom fixtures)
Assist in generating and tracking punch list items to ensure complete project closeout
Track FF&E, millwork, and specialty vendor lead times against store opening timelines
Coordinate scheduling for weekly Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings and prepare project progress updates
Support contract administration and contractor bidding processes (GMP, lump sum, CM-at-risk)
Help review and process contractor pay applications, invoices, and expense tracking against project budgets
Assist in monitoring master project schedules and identifying potential timeline risks

Skills

1–3 years of experience in construction project management, architecture, interior design, or general contracting
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related design field
Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel, Google Workspace)
Basic understanding of construction sequencing, architectural drawings, and landlord/tenant coordination
Excellent organizational skills
Acute attention to detail regarding luxury finishes
Strong written/verbal communication skills
Retail or commercial experience preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

1–3 years of experience in construction project management, architecture, interior design, or general contracting
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related design field
Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel, Google Workspace)
Basic understanding of construction sequencing, architectural drawings, and landlord/tenant coordination
Excellent organizational skills
acute attention to detail regarding luxury finishes
strong written/verbal communication skills