Position Title: Facilities - Project Management Assistant (Student Position)   Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307   Department:

55- Physical Plant

  Advertised Salary: $13.73   Summary of Position: Are you a student who is pursuing a career in project management? If so, this position will give you hands on experience and will allow you to gain further knowledge in the field. This is a Summer 2026 position.   Position Requirements: *Must be able to work independently
*Must have extensive knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, reading construction documents, construction processes, architectural graphics, and field measurements
*As an individual who is responsible for driving on behalf of the university, a driving record check will be run pursuant to university policies. The individual will be required to sign an authorization to run a criminal history background and driving record check.   Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

*Assist and perform highly skilled duties associated with the Project Management Department
*Assist with developing project scopes
*Prepare bid packages
*Research materials and methods
*Preparing cost estimates, drawings, and specifications
*Implementing and scheduling assigned projects and performing construction management

*Performs job duties with the use of a university vehicle

  Number of Positions Available: 1   Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule   Job Close Date: May 9, 2026   EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.