Project Administrator Jobs in Washington

Project Administrator jobs in Washington are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, construction and infrastructure, technology, and healthcare across experience levels from entry-level coordinators through senior project administrators. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Boeing, Amazon, and the University of Washington maintain a consistent need for project administrators across engineering, facilities, and operations teams. The most sought-after specialties in Washington are construction project administration, IT project coordination, and government contract administration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerUniversity Of Washington
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring8
Work type75% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Trane Technologies
Service Project Administrator
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Trane Technologies
New 17h ago
Service Project Administrator
Trane Technologies
Bellevue, Washington
Project & Program Management
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
$63k.66 - $89k.99
Hybrid
Associate's
10,000+

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State of Washington
Program Administrator (WA Open ProfTech Project)
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State of Washington
Added 1d ago
Program Administrator (WA Open ProfTech Project)
State of Washington
Olympia, Washington
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Hill International
Project Administrator
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Hill International
Added 5d ago
Project Administrator
Hill International
Seattle, Washington
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$50k - $70k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Ziply Fiber
Construction Project Administrator
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Ziply Fiber
Added 1w ago
Construction Project Administrator
Ziply Fiber
Spokane, Washington
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$70k - $126k/yr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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University Of Washington
Program Operations Specialist: Project Administrator
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University Of Washington
Added 1w ago
Program Operations Specialist: Project Administrator
University Of Washington
Seattle, Washington
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
$55k - $70k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Project Administrator Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
4 jobs
Sumner
1 job
Olympia
1 job
Spokane
1 job
Bellevue
1 job
Richland
1 job
East Wenatchee
1 job
Spokane Valley
1 job

Project Administrator Job Market in Washington

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

Who's Hiring

University Of Washington
University Of Washington2 open roles
Alside
Alside1 open role
Ziply Fiber
Ziply Fiber1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project administrator jobs across Washington.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, or a related field
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Procore, or Smartsheet
  • Experience coordinating schedules, budgets, and project documentation across multiple stakeholders
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing reports, meeting minutes, and contract correspondence
  • Familiarity with procurement processes, vendor coordination, and contract administration workflows
  • CAPM or PMP certification from the Project Management Institute preferred for mid-level and senior roles

Project Administrator Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project administrator in Washington?

Most project administrator roles in Washington require at least an associate degree, with a bachelor's in business administration, construction management, or a technical field being the most common path to competitive openings. Washington does not require a state-issued license for project administrators, but employers in construction frequently expect familiarity with Washington Department of Labor and Industries compliance requirements. A CAPM certification strengthens early-career applications significantly.

How much do project administrators make in Washington?

Project administrators in Washington earn a median of about $124,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,750 for the lowest 10% to over $202,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project administrators in Washington?

Employers hiring project administrators in Washington right now include University Of Washington, Alside, and Ziply Fiber, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's aerospace, technology, and public infrastructure sectors generate particularly consistent demand for project administrators year-round.

Which Washington cities have the most project administrator jobs?

Seattle, Sumner, and Olympia have the most project administrator openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive volume through their concentration of technology companies, major healthcare systems, and corporate headquarters, while Tacoma supports steady hiring through port operations, construction, and Pierce County's public infrastructure projects.

Are there remote project administrator jobs in Washington?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since project administration is largely documentation, scheduling, and communication work that transfers well to remote settings. About 75% of project administrator openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with the most remote-friendly positions concentrated in IT project coordination and corporate operations rather than construction or facilities administration.

How can I get hired as a project administrator in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an administrative coordinator or project coordinator role, which Washington employers such as Boeing, major health systems like Providence and UW Medicine, and King County government routinely post as junior positions requiring minimal experience. Building proficiency in Microsoft Project or Smartsheet and earning a CAPM certification gives candidates without experience a concrete credential to point to. Construction firms across western Washington also hire project administrator assistants who learn on the job while supporting senior staff.

Where can I find and apply to project administrator jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to project administrator jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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