Project Development Manager Jobs in Washington
Project Development Manager jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in clean energy, aerospace, technology, and infrastructure development, with openings ranging from coordinator-level roles through senior program leadership. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma account for the largest share of hiring, anchored by employers like Amazon, Boeing, and the Washington State Department of Transportation, which maintain sustained project development functions across their operations. The most in-demand specialties in Washington include energy transition project development, technology infrastructure buildout, and public-sector capital programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
JOB TITLE: Community Development Project Manager
DEPARTMENT: Planning & Community Development
SUPERVISOR: Engineer/Environmental Planner
CLASSIFICATION: Salary/Exempt
HOURS: Full time
PAY RANGE: $94,000 - $99,500, DOQ
FILING DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The primary responsibilities of this position are to manage implementation of numerous grant-funded utility and community development projects from start to finish, primarily located on the Tribe’s approximately 100 acres of Trust lands. The position will assist with preparation of grant applications to support utility and community development projects and programs and assist with management of ongoing projects including agency reporting and grant compliance, monitoring work done by consultants and contractors, and providing compliance support for projects. The position must be able to organize and oversee projects to ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner and in accordance with funding requirements. The Project Manager must have a working knowledge of applicable compliance standards for projects funded with federal and state funds. The Project Manager’s primary responsibility is to ensure contractors and consultants deliver all projects on time according to budget and applicable financial management policies.
This position will also assist with short and long range planning, grant writing, and community development project management support to the Planning Department to implement the long-range planning and community development goals of the Tribal Council. This position will work closely and collaboratively with the other staff in the small Planning Department (3 staff) and when appropriate with staff from the Facilities, Public Works, Natural Resources and Housing Departments and other Tribal programs.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit letter of interest, resume, and tribal employment application to hr@upperskagit.com with the subject line “Community Development Project Manager”, or mail “Attn: HR Recruiter” at Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, 25944 Community Plaza Way, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284, or hand-deliver to reception at the above address, Monday-Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm. Applications can be downloaded from the Tribe’s website: https://upperskagittribe-nsn.gov/content/Employment-Application-USIT-fillable.pdf.
Applicant must meet minimum qualifications to be considered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must have bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration, business administration, project management, business management or related field with five (5) years of comparable work experience demonstrating progressive responsibility.
2. Comparable work experience with state, local or tribal government strongly preferred.
3. Must demonstrate ability and experience reading, understanding and applying regulatory documents pertaining to program areas, including Tribal, local, state and federal regulations, codes and statutes. These may include but are not limited to regulations relating to development, environmental compliance, NEPA requirements, and grant compliance.
4. Must have experience identifying and preparing applications for state and/or federal grant funding opportunities related to community development.
5. Must have experience with grant budget preparation and fiscal management. Able to monitor project expenditures for compliance with cost principles. Demonstrate familiarity with federal procurement requirements.
6. Must have experience managing and implementing state and/or federal grants.
7. Must have familiarity with ArcGIS and/or CAD.
8. Familiarity with infrastructure systems including water, wastewater, telecommunications, transportation services, and renewable energy systems and their applications, operations and distribution systems preferred.
9. Must have good working knowledge of MS Office.
10. Must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and excellent organizational and time-management skills.
11. Must be capable of working in a team environment, manage multiple tasks with competing priorities, and meet critical deadlines and budgets.
12. Requires physical activity, including work on construction sites and other uneven surfaces.
13. Must be self-motivated and able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision. Must be highly organized, reliable, and able to work well with others.
14. Must be respectful and sensitive to the values and culture of the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe.
15. Must have a valid unrestricted Washington State Driver's License and be insurable under the Tribe’s motor vehicle insurance policy.
16. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information and be willing to sign a confidentiality/non-disclosure agreement.
17. Must pass a background check including a criminal background check.
18. Must pass a pre-employment drug test and comply with the Tribe’s Substance Abuse Policy including random drug screening.
19. Must be willing to work non-traditional hours at times.
The Upper Skagit Indian Tribe has the right to change this description at any time. This position is subject to the Preference Policy of the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. The statements contained herein provided general details as necessary to describe the principal function of the job, the level of knowledge, and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. However, these should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in functional equivalent areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise balance the work load. This is an at-will position.
Pay: $94,000.00 - $99,500.00 per year
Experience:
- Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
JOB TITLE: Community Development Project Manager
DEPARTMENT: Planning & Community Development
SUPERVISOR: Engineer/Environmental Planner
CLASSIFICATION: Salary/Exempt
HOURS: Full time
PAY RANGE: $94,000 - $99,500, DOQ
FILING DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The primary responsibilities of this position are to manage implementation of numerous grant-funded utility and community development projects from start to finish, primarily located on the Tribe’s approximately 100 acres of Trust lands. The position will assist with preparation of grant applications to support utility and community development projects and programs and assist with management of ongoing projects including agency reporting and grant compliance, monitoring work done by consultants and contractors, and providing compliance support for projects. The position must be able to organize and oversee projects to ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner and in accordance with funding requirements. The Project Manager must have a working knowledge of applicable compliance standards for projects funded with federal and state funds. The Project Manager’s primary responsibility is to ensure contractors and consultants deliver all projects on time according to budget and applicable financial management policies.
This position will also assist with short and long range planning, grant writing, and community development project management support to the Planning Department to implement the long-range planning and community development goals of the Tribal Council. This position will work closely and collaboratively with the other staff in the small Planning Department (3 staff) and when appropriate with staff from the Facilities, Public Works, Natural Resources and Housing Departments and other Tribal programs.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit letter of interest, resume, and tribal employment application to hr@upperskagit.com with the subject line “Community Development Project Manager”, or mail “Attn: HR Recruiter” at Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, 25944 Community Plaza Way, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284, or hand-deliver to reception at the above address, Monday-Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm. Applications can be downloaded from the Tribe’s website: https://upperskagittribe-nsn.gov/content/Employment-Application-USIT-fillable.pdf.
Applicant must meet minimum qualifications to be considered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must have bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration, business administration, project management, business management or related field with five (5) years of comparable work experience demonstrating progressive responsibility.
2. Comparable work experience with state, local or tribal government strongly preferred.
3. Must demonstrate ability and experience reading, understanding and applying regulatory documents pertaining to program areas, including Tribal, local, state and federal regulations, codes and statutes. These may include but are not limited to regulations relating to development, environmental compliance, NEPA requirements, and grant compliance.
4. Must have experience identifying and preparing applications for state and/or federal grant funding opportunities related to community development.
5. Must have experience with grant budget preparation and fiscal management. Able to monitor project expenditures for compliance with cost principles. Demonstrate familiarity with federal procurement requirements.
6. Must have experience managing and implementing state and/or federal grants.
7. Must have familiarity with ArcGIS and/or CAD.
8. Familiarity with infrastructure systems including water, wastewater, telecommunications, transportation services, and renewable energy systems and their applications, operations and distribution systems preferred.
9. Must have good working knowledge of MS Office.
10. Must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and excellent organizational and time-management skills.
11. Must be capable of working in a team environment, manage multiple tasks with competing priorities, and meet critical deadlines and budgets.
12. Requires physical activity, including work on construction sites and other uneven surfaces.
13. Must be self-motivated and able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision. Must be highly organized, reliable, and able to work well with others.
14. Must be respectful and sensitive to the values and culture of the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe.
15. Must have a valid unrestricted Washington State Driver's License and be insurable under the Tribe’s motor vehicle insurance policy.
16. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information and be willing to sign a confidentiality/non-disclosure agreement.
17. Must pass a background check including a criminal background check.
18. Must pass a pre-employment drug test and comply with the Tribe’s Substance Abuse Policy including random drug screening.
19. Must be willing to work non-traditional hours at times.
The Upper Skagit Indian Tribe has the right to change this description at any time. This position is subject to the Preference Policy of the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. The statements contained herein provided general details as necessary to describe the principal function of the job, the level of knowledge, and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. However, these should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in functional equivalent areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise balance the work load. This is an at-will position.
Pay: $94,000.00 - $99,500.00 per year
Experience:
- Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project development manager jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, business, or a related field required
- PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred by Washington employers
- Three or more years managing full project lifecycle from initiation through closeout
- Experience with Washington-specific regulatory frameworks including SEPA and permitting processes
- Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage external contractors
Project Development Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project development manager in Washington?
The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, construction management, or business, followed by several years in project coordination or analyst roles. Washington has no state-issued license specific to project development managers, but employers here consistently expect PMP certification from the Project Management Institute. For public-sector or infrastructure roles, familiarity with Washington's State Environmental Policy Act permitting process is a practical advantage over other candidates.
How much do project development managers make in Washington?
Project development managers 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 development managers in Washington?
Employers hiring project development managers in Washington right now include Amazon, Burns & McDonnell, and Molex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's concentration of technology, clean energy, and aerospace companies means project development roles here often involve large-scale capital programs or complex multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Which Washington cities have the most project development manager jobs?
Seattle, Redmond, and Vancouver have the most project development manager openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue together drive the majority of listings because of the region's dense concentration of technology headquarters, energy developers, and major infrastructure contractors, while Tacoma adds volume through port development, public transit, and state agency projects headquartered in the South Puget Sound corridor.
Are there remote project development manager jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since project development work is heavily analytical, planning-focused, and document-driven. About 20% of project development manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting genuine flexibility in the field. The planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication portions of the role adapt well to remote work, though site visits and permitting meetings often require periodic in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a project development manager in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a project coordinator or project analyst role, which major Washington employers in technology, utilities, and state government use as a feeder into project development management. Large organizations like the Washington State Department of Transportation, Puget Sound Energy, and King County Metro regularly hire coordinators with no prior project management experience and develop them internally. Earning the Certified Associate in Project Management credential before applying gives candidates a concrete edge, and volunteering to lead cross-functional initiatives in any current role builds the portfolio interviewers expect.
Where can I find and apply to project development manager jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to project development manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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