We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to support a busy team in Costa Mesa, California within the defense manufacturing industry. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys keeping projects, schedules, and daily operations organized. The role will partner closely with stakeholders to coordinate administrative and project-related activities while adapting to evolving team priorities. Responsibilities: • Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings, and organize conference room arrangements to support daily team operations. • Maintain project rosters, track updates, and keep records accurate and accessible for internal stakeholders. • Assist with timeline management by monitoring deadlines, following up on action items, and helping teams stay on schedule. • Provide administrative and project coordination support across multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. • Prepare, scan, organize, and distribute project documentation using Microsoft Office and internal business systems. • Support scheduling and coordination activities related to project execution, including master schedule updates where needed. • Communicate with team members and partners to ensure meetings, materials, and project logistics are aligned. • Contribute to evolving processes and tools as the team grows and operational needs expand.

• At least 3 years of experience in project coordination, administrative support, executive assistance, or a related function. • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced work environment. • Strong organizational skills with experience handling calendars, schedules, and coordination tasks with accuracy. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Experience supporting project timelines, tracking deliverables, and maintaining organized documentation. • Comfortable learning new internal tools quickly; familiarity with Airtable is a plus. • Clear written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented and collaborative approach.

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Costa Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Assistant to support a busy team in Costa Mesa, California within the defense manufacturing industry. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys keeping projects, schedules, and daily operations organized. The role will partner closely with stakeholders to coordinate administrative and project-related activities while adapting to evolving team priorities. Responsibilities: • Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings, and organize conference room arrangements to support daily team operations. • Maintain project rosters, track updates, and keep records accurate and accessible for internal stakeholders. • Assist with timeline management by monitoring deadlines, following up on action items, and helping teams stay on schedule. • Provide administrative and project coordination support across multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. • Prepare, scan, organize, and distribute project documentation using Microsoft Office and internal business systems. • Support scheduling and coordination activities related to project execution, including master schedule updates where needed. • Communicate with team members and partners to ensure meetings, materials, and project logistics are aligned. • Contribute to evolving processes and tools as the team grows and operational needs expand.
2026-11-10T00:00:00Z