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11 results for Project Assistant in Washington, DC

Project Administrator
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Project Administrator. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong organizational judgment with technical confidence across Microsoft tools, data reporting, and presentation delivery. The role calls for someone who is detail oriented, can adapt quickly, communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, and contribute to administrative and procurement-related activities in a public sector environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate day-to-day administrative support for leadership and team operations in a hybrid work setting.</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and maintain documents, reports, contracts management, procurement, workflows and shared resources using Microsoft Word, Excel, Workday and SharePoint.</p><p>• Analyze data sets and compile findings into clear summaries that help inform business decisions.</p><p>• Build and enhance automated workflows with Power Automate to improve efficiency in recurring administrative processes.</p><p>• Develop effective presentation materials and confidently present information in both virtual and in-person meetings.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders while handling communications with care and sound interpersonal judgment.</p><p>• Assist with procurement-related documentation and administrative tasks, particularly within public sector or government-focused processes when needed.</p><p>• Learn new tools, procedures, and priorities quickly to provide reliable support across evolving team needs</p>
  • 2026-09-10T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is seeking a reliable and organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations and help ensure the office runs smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable handling a variety of clerical and front-office responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Answer phones and greet visitors</li><li>Manage mail, supplies, and office organization</li><li>Assist with data entry and document preparation</li><li>Support scheduling and general office needs</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Waldorf, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a bilingual Office Assistant to support daily administrative and front desk operations in Waldorf, Maryland. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, keeping office activities organized, and contributing to a well-organized in-office environment. The ideal candidate communicates confidently in both English and Spanish and can manage a variety of clerical and customer-facing tasks with accuracy and care.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome visitors, answer incoming calls, and provide courteous assistance in English and Spanish at the front desk.<br>• Coordinate appointment scheduling and help maintain calendars to support smooth day-to-day office operations.<br>• Prepare, scan, and organize documents while keeping paper and digital filing systems accurate and accessible.<br>• Enter information into office records and assist with routine correspondence, forms, and other administrative documents.<br>• Provide general clerical support across the office, including handling reception coverage and responding to basic customer or client inquiries.<br>• Help maintain a clean, orderly, and well-organized reception and work area for staff and visitors.<br>• Support team needs by taking on additional administrative tasks as priorities shift.
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
Project Manager
  • Frederick, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Are you a proactive project manager who thrives on solving problems, driving accountability, and bringing teams together to achieve results? We are seeking a Quality Assurance / Project Manager to play a critical role in supporting quality initiatives and helping sustain a growing Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) program.</p><p><br></p><p>In this highly visible role, you&#39;ll partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Field Service teams to manage technical escalations, drive corrective actions, and ensure projects keep moving forward. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead technical escalations and corrective action initiatives from identification through resolution.</li><li>Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Production, Quality, and Field Service.</li><li>Facilitate root cause analysis and formal 8D problem-solving processes.</li><li>Track project milestones, risks, action items, and deliverables using Monday.com.</li><li>Drive accountability and proactively escalate issues to keep projects on track.</li><li>Support and eventually take ownership of internal S&amp;OP initiatives as external consulting support transitions out.</li><li>Partner with key business stakeholders to improve planning, communication, and operational execution.</li><li>Participate in quality management and continuous improvement efforts.</li><li>Develop project updates, reports, and presentations for leadership teams.</li><li>Gain firsthand exposure to manufacturing operations, products, and customer support functions.</li></ul><p>If you&#39;re a motivated project manager who enjoys driving results, solving complex problems, and taking ownership of critical initiatives, we&#39;d love to hear from you. Apply today!</p>
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
Project Manager
  • Elkridge, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an ambitious Project Manager who is ready to make a meaningful impact from day one. Construction or similar industry experience required. In this role, you will take ownership of key projects, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and with exceptional quality. You will work closely with senior leaders and subject-matter experts, gaining exposure to strategic decision-making while developing the skills to become a high-performing project leader. This is a direct-hire position. If interested, please contact Cody Marshall at Robert Half or apply to this posting. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and execute project plans from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives</li><li>Work closely with project engineers and architects</li><li>Read through blueprints</li><li>Manage timelines, milestones, budgets, and risks across multiple workstreams</li><li>Facilitate effective communication between teams, stakeholders, and leadership</li><li>Analyze project performance data to identify issues, propose solutions, and improve efficiency</li><li>Prepare clear and compelling project documentation, status reports, and presentations</li><li>Champion continuous improvement by implementing best practices in project management</li><li>Support change management activities to ensure successful adoption of project outcomes</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support attorneys with document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and file management in Baltimore, Maryland. This role is well suited to someone who can handle multiple priorities efficiently, maintain accurate records, and communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced legal environment with shifting deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal correspondence, memoranda, and other case-related documents to ensure accuracy and high quality.<br>• Submit pleadings and other case materials through electronic filing systems for both state and federal courts while monitoring confirmation and compliance requirements.<br>• Manage attorney calendars by tracking hearings, meetings, deadlines, and reminders to help ensure timely completion of legal matters.<br>• Open new matters, coordinate conflict checks, organize digital and paper files, and assist with file review, storage, and closing procedures.<br>• Process incoming and outgoing mail, route time-sensitive items through appropriate delivery services, and follow up to confirm prompt distribution.<br>• Record billable time and related administrative activity accurately and in a timely manner in support of client invoicing.<br>• Welcome clients and visitors, schedule appointments, and assist with attorney travel coordination while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.<br>• Collaborate with administrative staff and support departments to provide coverage for typing, filing, copying, faxing, and reception needs as business demands require.<br>• Prioritize competing assignments effectively and provide additional legal administrative support as requested, including occasional work outside standard business hours.
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Alexandria, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Alexandria, Virginia. This role is well suited to someone with at least two years of experience handling court-related documentation, maintaining critical deadlines, and coordinating legal administrative work. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable managing electronic filing processes in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic court filing systems with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Maintain attorney calendars, track court deadlines, and help ensure all filings and case activities stay on schedule.<br>• Organize case materials, correspondence, and supporting records so information is easy to access and up to date.<br>• Assist with litigation support tasks, including drafting routine legal documents and assembling filing packets.<br>• Monitor court rules and filing requirements to help ensure documents meet jurisdiction-specific standards.<br>• Communicate with attorneys, court personnel, and internal team members regarding filing status, scheduling, and case logistics.
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support intake and case coordination for a services organization in Washington, District of Columbia. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing legal documentation, organizing deadlines, and helping attorneys and internal teams move matters forward efficiently. The role combines administrative precision with legal support responsibilities in a hybrid work environment. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com].</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate the intake of new legal matters by gathering documentation, reviewing submissions, and routing information to the appropriate team members.</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and submit court-related documents through electronic filing systems while maintaining accuracy and compliance with filing requirements.</p><p>• Track litigation calendars, monitor court deadlines, and help ensure time-sensitive filings and appointments are properly scheduled.</p><p>• Maintain orderly case records and correspondence so that attorneys and staff can quickly access critical information.</p><p>• Communicate with courts, clients, and internal stakeholders to obtain updates, confirm filings, and support smooth case progression.</p><p>• Assist with civil litigation support tasks, including document preparation, matter tracking, and follow-up on outstanding items.</p><p>• Review incoming materials for completeness and flag missing or urgent items that require immediate attention.</p><p>• Support operational workflow updates and process-related changes as needed within the intake and legal support function.</p>
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Aldie, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 20 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations for an on-site team in Virginia. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with accounting records, entering financial data accurately, and helping maintain organized books. The position offers the chance to contribute across core accounting tasks while building long-term value within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter financial transactions and supporting details into QuickBooks with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Process vendor invoices, assign proper coding, and help keep accounts payable records current.<br>• Assist with customer billing activities and track incoming payments to support accounts receivable functions.<br>• Reconcile bank activity against accounting records and identify discrepancies for follow-up.<br>• Maintain organized documentation for financial entries, invoices, and payment records.<br>• Support job cost tracking when prior experience allows for expanded involvement in project-related accounting.<br>• Work closely with internal staff in an in-office setting to help keep day-to-day accounting activities on schedule.
  • 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
Program Specialist
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The Program Support Specialist provides administrative, operational, and logistical support to program staff to ensure the successful implementation of nonprofit initiatives. This role involves coordinating activities, maintaining program documentation, assisting with reporting, and serving as a key point of support for program teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist program managers with planning, coordination, and implementation of programs and events.</li><li>Maintain accurate program records, databases, and files.</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Coordinate communications with participants, volunteers, and partner organizations.</li><li>Track program metrics and assist in monitoring and evaluation efforts.</li><li>Support the development of outreach materials and communications.</li><li>Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating logistics.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned to support program success.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
  • Bethesda, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support a busy legal team in Bethesda, Maryland. This position focuses on corporate matters, commercial agreements, and real estate transactions, with work spanning document preparation, entity upkeep, and closing coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple matters accurately in a fully onsite environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support the creation and qualification of business entities by preparing formation filings, annual submissions, and related records for state and regulatory agencies.<br>• Draft, organize, and update governance materials such as bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, meeting records, and other internal corporate documents.<br>• Maintain entity files, compliance trackers, minute books, and legal databases to help ensure records remain current and deadlines are met.<br>• Assist attorneys with a range of business transactions, including commercial contracts, financings, restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, leases, and property transfers.<br>• Prepare and revise legal documents with a high degree of accuracy, including proofreading, incorporating edits, and producing comparison drafts through Microsoft Word tools.<br>• Coordinate transactional support activities by managing due diligence materials, reviewing title and survey documents, tracking milestone dates, and assembling execution and closing packages.<br>• Handle routine legal correspondence, calendar management, matter tracking, electronic filing, and general document organization to keep assignments moving efficiently.<br>• Use legal technology tools, including Microsoft Copilot and CoCounsel, to improve workflow efficiency, document quality, and overall transaction support.
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z