Project Assistant Jobs in Camden, SC (NOW HIRING)

Support impactful engineering and construction projects where your work helps deliver successful outcomes across the Southeast. At Thomas & Hutton, you'll play a key role in coordinating project activities, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring projects stay on track. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in both collaborative and independent environments, this role is for you.
What you'll do
• Support project managers and engineering teams in daily project activities
• Maintain and organize project documentation including schedules, budgets, reports, and meeting minutes
• Track project milestones and deliverables using tools such as Procore, MS Project, or Smartsheet
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and follow up on action items
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external vendors
• Monitor project risks and escalate issues as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and engineering standards
• Assist in preparing technical and non-technical reports and documentation
What you bring
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, preferably in an engineering or technical environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Familiarity with project management software such as Procore, MS Project, or Smartsheet
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze and prepare both technical and non-technical documents and reports
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience working with engineering teams or technical documentation preferred
• Project coordination or project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMI-ACP) a plus
Physical & Travel Requirements

• Frequently stationary with occasional movement through office or job site environments.

• Travel may be required, contingent upon the employee's primary work location relative to the geographic scope of project assignments. Estimated travel is approximately 10% and will be communicated in advance.

Why Thomas & Hutton?
• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career
Schedule:
On-site: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
How to apply:
Ready to design the future? Apply today at www.thomasandhutton.com/careers.
At Thomas & Hutton, our mission of "Building Relationships and Solutions for Success" shapes how we serve our clients, strengthen our communities, and invest in our team. As a private employee-owned firm consistently recognized as a Top Workplace and recipient of PSMJ's Build a Better World Award, we're known not only for exceptional projects but for how we treat people and our communities.
When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.
Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications and analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.