Project Lead Jobs in New Jersey
Project Lead jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in Newark, Princeton, and the Jersey City financial district, where employers like Johnson & Johnson, Cognizant, and Merck maintain large operations and hire project leads across technology, life sciences, and professional services. Demand is strongest for project leads with experience in IT delivery, pharmaceutical program management, and infrastructure rollouts, reflecting the state's dense mix of biopharma campuses and corporate headquarters. New Jersey ranks among the most active markets in the Northeast for mid-to-senior project lead talent. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location: Mountainside (Slade), NJ, United States
Job ID: 90600
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a
Project Manager MOD SLADE
Your main responsibilities
- Review and book projects within one (1) week of award, notifying the Manager if required completion dates cannot be met, and providing action plan and time frame for completion.
- Provide approved submittals to Schindler Engineering and/or local vendors following project booking; coordinate and follow up with factory, local vendors and superintendent on the delivery of project material to ensure that all required material is ready prior to project start date.
- Interface with appropritae stakeholders to track job progress and notify manager if required completion dates cannot be met; provide action plan and time frame for completion.
- Seek change notice opportunities; prepare all change order paperwork and forward to the customer in a timely manner; follow up on change orders, received signed change orders from the customer prior to any related work being completed.
- Ensure timely invoicing and ensure projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before elevator turn over.
- Participate in Company professional development programs to enhance working knowledge of Elevator Company products, services and procedures.
- Build a team environment by leading field technicians.
- Manage training and development of field technicians on established processes, tools and standards.
- Foster excellent communication among team members while maintaining good working relationships with the local union.
What you bring
- Associate or Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred Major: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office & Excel
- 3-5 years of experience in the following:
- Project Management experience
- Elevator Industry
What’s in it for you?
- Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
- 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
- Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
- A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:
- Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
- Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
- Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
- Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
- Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.
Discover more on our career website.
At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.
Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.
Location: Mountainside (Slade), NJ, United States
Job ID: 90600
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a
Project Manager MOD SLADE
Your main responsibilities
- Review and book projects within one (1) week of award, notifying the Manager if required completion dates cannot be met, and providing action plan and time frame for completion.
- Provide approved submittals to Schindler Engineering and/or local vendors following project booking; coordinate and follow up with factory, local vendors and superintendent on the delivery of project material to ensure that all required material is ready prior to project start date.
- Interface with appropritae stakeholders to track job progress and notify manager if required completion dates cannot be met; provide action plan and time frame for completion.
- Seek change notice opportunities; prepare all change order paperwork and forward to the customer in a timely manner; follow up on change orders, received signed change orders from the customer prior to any related work being completed.
- Ensure timely invoicing and ensure projects are invoiced and paid to 90% before elevator turn over.
- Participate in Company professional development programs to enhance working knowledge of Elevator Company products, services and procedures.
- Build a team environment by leading field technicians.
- Manage training and development of field technicians on established processes, tools and standards.
- Foster excellent communication among team members while maintaining good working relationships with the local union.
What you bring
- Associate or Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred Major: Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management or Finance
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office & Excel
- 3-5 years of experience in the following:
- Project Management experience
- Elevator Industry
What’s in it for you?
- Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
- 3 weeks’ vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
- Parental Leave – 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child’s birth or adoption.
- A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:
- Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
- Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
- Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
- Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
- Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.
Discover more on our career website.
At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.
Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency.
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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Lead Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
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- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related technical field required
- PMP certification or active pursuit strongly preferred by New Jersey employers
- Three or more years leading cross-functional project teams in a corporate environment
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, or Smartsheet
- Experience managing stakeholders and delivering projects on time and within budget
- Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies in a team setting
Project Lead Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project lead in New Jersey?
Most project leads in New Jersey start with a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, IT, or a related field, then build experience managing tasks or small teams before stepping into a lead role. New Jersey does not require a state-issued license for the title, but earning a Project Management Professional certification through PMI is a consistent differentiator with major employers in the state's pharma, tech, and financial services sectors.
Which companies hire project leads in New Jersey?
Companies currently hiring project leads in New Jersey include Links ABA therapy, Atlantic Health, and AECOM, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters, financial services firms, and IT services companies makes it one of the more consistent states for ongoing project lead demand.
Which New Jersey cities have the most project lead jobs?
Newark, Morristown, and Camden account for the most project lead openings in New Jersey. Newark and Jersey City draw volume from financial services and tech firms anchored in the greater New York metro corridor, while Princeton and the surrounding central New Jersey corridor attract openings tied to the state's dense concentration of pharmaceutical and life sciences headquarters.
Are there remote project lead jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, and they're more common than in many roles. About 42% of project lead openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on coordination, planning, and stakeholder communication rather than physical presence. IT delivery and business transformation project leads see the most remote flexibility, while facilities, construction, and lab-adjacent roles tend to require on-site attendance.
How can I get hired as a project lead in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a project coordinator or business analyst role into a project lead position, which large New Jersey employers in pharma and IT commonly support through internal promotion. Companies like Cognizant and major biopharma campuses in the Princeton corridor run rotational associate and early-career programs where candidates can build hands-on delivery experience. Earning a CAPM certification from PMI before applying signals commitment and gives candidates without a lead title a concrete credential to point to.
Where can I find and apply to project lead jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to project lead jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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