Operations Project Manager Jobs in Virginia

Operations Project Manager jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in defense contracting, federal IT services, healthcare systems, and logistics, at levels from entry-level coordinator through senior program lead. The densest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, where employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Sentara Healthcare maintain large operational footprints. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia include defense program operations, healthcare operations management, and IT service delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerCapital One
Top cityMcLean, VA
Cities hiring14
Work type55% Hybrid
Top industryConstruction

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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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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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Operations Project Manager (Temporary Position)
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Operations Project Manager (Temporary Position)
Nakupuna Companies
Arlington, Virginia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
501-1,000

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Field Operations - Project Manager
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Field Operations - Project Manager
Mobilecomm Professionals Inc
Brambleton, Virginia
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$81k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Manager, Project Manager - Product Operations (Business Cards & Payments)
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Manager, Project Manager - Product Operations (Business Cards & Payments)
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Operations Project Manager Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

McLean
5 jobs
Richmond
5 jobs
Brambleton
3 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Alexandria
2 jobs
Chesapeake
2 jobs
Reston
1 job
Herndon
1 job
Norfolk
1 job

Operations Project Manager Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Capital One4 open roles
Northrop Grumman2 open roles
Information Technology Senior Management Forum2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate

What Virginia Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, engineering, or a related field required
  • PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred
  • Three or more years managing cross-functional operations or project teams
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Experience with federal contract environments or government agency operations a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and executive briefings

Operations Project Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations project manager in Virginia?

Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as an operations project manager, so the path begins with a bachelor's degree in business, operations, engineering, or a related field. From there, earning a Project Management Professional credential through the Project Management Institute is the single most recognized step Virginia employers look for. Many Northern Virginia defense and federal IT employers also value a security clearance, which candidates can begin pursuing once hired.

How much do operations project managers make in Virginia?

Operations project managers in Virginia earn a median of about $120,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,020 for the lowest 10% to over $179,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire operations project managers in Virginia?

Employers hiring operations project managers in Virginia right now include Capital One, Northrop Grumman, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's heavy concentration of defense contractors, federal agencies, and large health systems means demand is spread across a wide range of industries and organization sizes.

Which Virginia cities have the most operations project manager jobs?

McLean, Richmond, and Brambleton have the most operations project manager openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because of its dense cluster of defense contractors and federal agency headquarters, while Richmond draws hiring from health systems, financial services firms, and state government, and Virginia Beach reflects demand from naval installations and logistics operations along the coast.

Are there remote operations project manager jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than many operational roles, because much of the work involves coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication that can be done remotely. About 64% of operations project manager openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's desk-based nature. Planning, reporting, and vendor management duties are most likely to be fully remote, while roles tied to physical facilities or classified government sites typically require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a operations project manager in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an operations coordinator or project coordinator role, which large Virginia employers in defense contracting and healthcare use as a stepping stone into full project management. Organizations like Leidos, Sentara Healthcare, and Booz Allen Hamilton post associate or junior program roles that accept candidates with a bachelor's degree and no prior PM experience. Earning a CAPM credential from the Project Management Institute before applying gives early-career candidates a clear edge in Virginia's competitive federal and health sector markets.

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

You can find and apply to operations project manager jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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