Project Lead Jobs in North Carolina

Project Lead jobs in North Carolina are open across Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, ECS Limited, and GE Vernova hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles698+
Top employerBurns & McDonnell
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring59
Work type79% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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AtkinsRéalis
Roadway Project Manager
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AtkinsRéalis
New 1h ago
Roadway Project Manager
AtkinsRéalis
Raleigh, North Carolina
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
$140k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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WCG Clinical
Associate Project Manager
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WCG Clinical
New 4h ago
Associate Project Manager
WCG Clinical
Cary, North Carolina
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$52k - $82k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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SIBELCO
Project Manager II
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SIBELCO
New 4h ago
Project Manager II
SIBELCO
Bakersville, North Carolina
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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North Carolina State University
Project Manager
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North Carolina State University
New 5h ago
Project Manager
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, North Carolina
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
Business Development
$76k - $102k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
Project Manager
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Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
New 7h ago
Project Manager
Hargrove Engineers + Constructors
Bessemer City, North Carolina
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Project Lead Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
243 jobs
Raleigh
145 jobs
Durham
56 jobs
Wilmington
31 jobs
Cary
22 jobs
Greensboro
20 jobs
Maiden
15 jobs
Morrisville
15 jobs
Apex
12 jobs

Project Lead Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell18
  • ECS Limited
    ECS Limited17
  • GE Vernova
    GE Vernova17
  • HDR
    HDR15
  • Lithko Contracting
    Lithko Contracting13

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services260
  • Construction & Real Estate135
  • Manufacturing72
  • Technology & Software71
  • Healthcare & Medical Services30

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across North Carolina.

  • 3-5 years of experience managing cross-functional projects from initiation to close
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project
  • PMP certification or equivalent formal project management credential preferred
  • Experience coordinating stakeholders across multiple departments or business units
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for status reporting and escalation
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information systems, or a related field

Project Lead Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How many project lead jobs are there in North Carolina?

There are 698+ project lead openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.

How much do project leads make in North Carolina?

Project leads in North Carolina earn a median of about $100,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,570 for the lowest 10% to over $164,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which North Carolina cities have the most project lead jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham have the most project lead openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire project leads in North Carolina?

Employers hiring project leads in North Carolina include Burns & McDonnell, ECS Limited, and GE Vernova, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote project lead jobs in North Carolina?

Yes. About 21% of project lead openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.

How do I apply for project lead jobs in North Carolina?

You can apply to project lead jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.

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