Project Management Assistant

About the Company

Czarnowski is one of the four studios of the Czarnowski Collective. It combines operations, strategy, design, and fabrication to create exhibits and events that engage communities, generate brand enthusiasm, and educate consumers. With over 75 years of experience, we continue to innovate, asking “what if...” and anticipating what’s next. Joining the Czarnowski Collective means being part of a team of dreamers, thinkers, doers, and makers—where you’re more than a job title.

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly organized Project Management Assistant to join our operations team in Denver. In this entry-level role, you’ll support project workflows, maintain critical project data, and help ensure seamless communication between the office and production teams. You’ll play an essential part in keeping projects on track, assisting with cost reporting, and helping deliver high-quality results for our clients. This is a fast-paced, hands-on opportunity to grow your skills and build a foundation for a career in project management and production operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support to Project Managers, Operations leadership, and Management across multiple active projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project data using spreadsheet-based platforms such as Smartsheet and Microsoft Excel.
• Purchase and coordinate materials needed for projects being built by the Production/Shop team, ensuring materials are ordered accurately and available when needed.
• Track project budgets and expenses; generate job cost reports to ensure projects stay within scope.
• Review project costs and proactively identify any discrepancies or concerns, collaborating with Project Managers to resolve them.
• Help organize project documentation to support accurate communication across all departments.
• Support special projects, urgent needs, and other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in support or coordination in an office environment.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving and solution-oriented mindset.
• Positive and collaborative team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, responsible, and committed to delivering high-quality work.

Pay

Colorado Salary Range: $20–$22/hour. Salary is determined based on internal equity, market data, and the applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective within 30 days (or less) of your start date.
• 401K matching with no vesting period (fully vested as of day 1).
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Holidays.

Company Culture

We recognize that the success of our business rests with the skills and efforts of our people. Our culture is defined by 10 core values:

• We celebrate creativity, curiosity, innovation, and imagination.
• We are humble and respectful.
• We act with honesty and integrity.
• We empower and trust one another.
• We embrace individuality and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• We champion initiatives that bolster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• We prioritize safe, ethical, and sustainable business practices.
• We foster a culture of meritocracy—rewarding skills and abilities, instead of influence.
• We always deliver.
• We don’t take ourselves too seriously.

Through existing and future initiatives, Czarnowski Collective is exploring thoughtful and creative ways to embrace individuality and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.