Operations Project Manager Jobs

Operations Project Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, technology, logistics, and financial services, at every level from associate to director, with specializations in process improvement, supply chain operations, and cross-functional program delivery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles497+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type53% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Manager, Project Management - Partnerships Ops & Well Managed Team
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Manager, Project Management - Partnerships Ops & Well Managed Team
Capital One
Richmond, Virginia
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Six Sigma Certification
10,000+

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Project Manager, Lease Operations
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Project Manager, Lease Operations
Abstrakt Marketing Group
Sacramento, California
Customer Success
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $95k/yr
201-500

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Manager, Project Management - Partnerships Ops & Well Managed Team
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Manager, Project Management - Partnerships Ops & Well Managed Team
Information Technology Senior Management Forum
Richmond, Virginia
Business Development
Business Strategy
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$138k - $173k/yr
Hybrid
Six Sigma Certification
51-200

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Mgr, Supply Chain Operations
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Mgr, Supply Chain Operations
BJC HealthCare
St. Louis, Missouri
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$76k.8 - $124k.2/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Project Manager – Facilities Maintenance Operations
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Project Manager – Facilities Maintenance Operations
Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation
Linn Creek, Missouri
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree in business administration

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Operations Project Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin22
  • Amazon10
  • Planate Management9
  • TikTok8
  • Clean Harbors7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Energy
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Fintech
  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations project manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or a related field
  • 3 to 7 years of experience managing cross-functional operational projects
  • PMP certification or active enrollment in a PMP preparation program
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, or MS Project
  • Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage project budgets and resource plans

Tips for Your Operations Project Manager Job Search

Quantify operational outcomes on your resume

Hiring managers for operations project manager roles want to see throughput gains, cost reductions, and cycle time improvements. Replace vague descriptions like 'improved processes' with specific outcomes tied to scope, timeline, and measurable impact on the operation.

List your methodology certifications prominently

PMP, Six Sigma, and Lean certifications filter a lot of operations project manager applicants at the screening stage. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills list, so recruiters catch them before they move on.

Target openings that match your industry vertical

Operations project management looks different in a hospital system versus a fulfillment center. Search by the industry you know best first, because employers in those sectors want candidates who already understand their operational constraints and regulatory environment.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists operations project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a stakeholder conflict story for interviews

Operations project manager interviews almost always include a behavioral question about managing competing priorities across departments. Have a ready example that shows how you aligned stakeholders with conflicting goals without stalling the project timeline.

Negotiate scope before salary in early conversations

Before discussing compensation, clarify the scale of the portfolio you'd own, the number of direct reports, and the budget authority you'd hold. Scope defines leverage, and operations project manager roles vary widely in real responsibility even when titles match.

Operations Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most operations project managers?

The companies hiring the most operations project managers right now include Lockheed Martin, Amazon, and Planate Management, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is spread across healthcare systems, logistics providers, and technology companies with large internal operations functions.

How many operations project manager jobs are remote?

About 47% of operations project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on program coordination, vendor management, and process documentation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to physical facilities, manufacturing floors, or field operations are more likely to require on-site presence.

How do you become an operations project manager?

Start by building foundational experience in an operations, logistics, or business analysis role where you can own discrete projects with measurable outcomes. Earn a PMP certification or a Lean Six Sigma credential to signal formal methodology knowledge. From there, move into a coordinator or associate project manager role within an operations team, where you can grow into full project ownership and stakeholder management responsibilities.

How do you get hired as an operations project manager with little experience?

Focus on roles with titles like operations coordinator, project coordinator, or process improvement analyst, which are common entry points into the operations project management career path. Highlight any experience you have running meetings, tracking deliverables, or improving a repeatable process, even in an informal capacity. A Lean or Six Sigma yellow belt certification strengthens your application without requiring years of prior project management experience.

What does the operations project manager interview process look like?

Most operations project manager interviews include a recruiter screen focused on background and availability, followed by one or two rounds with a hiring manager and cross-functional stakeholders. Expect behavioral questions about managing competing priorities, resolving operational bottlenecks, and communicating project status to non-technical audiences. Some employers add a case study or a take-home exercise asking you to build a project plan or analyze a process breakdown.

Where can I find and apply to operations project manager jobs?

You can find and apply to operations project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, industry background, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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