Project Lead Jobs in Tennessee

Project Lead jobs in Tennessee are open across Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Schneider Electric, HDR, and Smith Seckman Reid hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles309+
Top employerSchneider Electric
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring41
Work type87% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Capgemini
Senior Project Manager
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Capgemini
New 1h ago
Senior Project Manager
Capgemini
Nashville, Tennessee
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$73k - $174k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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FAIRWAY LAWNS
Irrigation Sales Project Manager
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FAIRWAY LAWNS
New 5h ago
Irrigation Sales Project Manager
FAIRWAY LAWNS
Louisville, Tennessee
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Business Development
Project Management
$60k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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HNTB Corporation
Project Manager I
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HNTB Corporation
New 7h ago
Project Manager I
HNTB Corporation
Nashville, Tennessee
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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HNTB Corporation
Project Manager II - Transportation Engineering Alternative Delivery
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HNTB Corporation
New 8h ago
Project Manager II - Transportation Engineering Alternative Delivery
HNTB Corporation
Nashville, Tennessee
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Human Resources
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Capgemini
Senior Project Manager
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Capgemini
Added 1d ago
Senior Project Manager
Capgemini
Nashville, Tennessee
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$73k - $174k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Project Lead Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
107 jobs
Memphis
40 jobs
Knoxville
31 jobs
Chattanooga
29 jobs
Brentwood
15 jobs
Franklin
15 jobs
Murfreesboro
6 jobs
Clarksville
4 jobs
Dayton
4 jobs

Project Lead Job Market in Tennessee

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

Who's Hiring

  • Schneider Electric
    Schneider Electric16
  • HDR
    HDR15
  • Smith Seckman Reid
    Smith Seckman Reid14
  • ECS Limited
    ECS Limited12
  • Kroger
    Kroger9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services110
  • Construction & Real Estate53
  • Manufacturing44
  • Technology & Software23
  • Retail21

What Tennessee Employers Look For

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

  • 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 Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How many project lead jobs are there in Tennessee?

There are 309+ project lead openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.

How much do project leads make in Tennessee?

Project leads in Tennessee earn a median of about $85,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,450 for the lowest 10% to over $135,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Tennessee cities have the most project lead jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville have the most project lead openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire project leads in Tennessee?

Employers hiring project leads in Tennessee include Schneider Electric, HDR, and Smith Seckman Reid, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote project lead jobs in Tennessee?

Yes. About 13% of project lead openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.

How do I apply for project lead jobs in Tennessee?

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

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