Project Lead Jobs in Texas
Project Lead jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in construction and infrastructure, technology, energy, and healthcare across a seniority range from entry-level coordinators to senior program leads. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the largest share of postings, with established employers such as Jacobs Engineering, AT&T, and Texas Children's Hospital consistently hiring for these roles. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are construction project leads, IT project leads, and engineering project leads tied to the state's active energy and infrastructure sectors. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Assistant Service Project Manager (SPM1) is responsible for supporting SPMs in the management of one or more Service projects. This role will take direction from an SPM2 and requires learning the basics of Site Project Management of TAS products and assisting in all duties to support Service project completion.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Support any of the duties and activities below as assigned to SPM1 or SPM2:
- Oversight and planning for projects from “ready to Ship” turnover to final client sign-off.
- Review contract Scope of Responsibility Matrix (SOR), if available, or work with PM team to create.
- Review SOR with client’s site management team and Contractor leads to prevent “Scope Creep”.
- Assist Production in identifying and sourcing critical missing materials during the Assembly phase.
- Participate with Production, PM and QA to get agreement on Ready to Ship Turnover, including sign-offs for "released to split", “BIM/Punchlist/shipping deviations” and “shipped Loose List”.
- Coordinate incomplete materials and labor resulting from "shipping deviations" before modules arrive on-site and arrange for appropriate manpower for any completions work required.
- Attend, via Teams or in person, site progress meetings, pull planning, and CX site meetings.
- Manage the site team activities and resource allocation through installation, completions work and pre-commissioning activities.
- Collaborate with various teams, including engineering, purchasing, quality control, and project management, to ensure on-site project requirements are met.
- Review commissioning SOR with Commissioning Manager and assist in scheduling labor subcontractors during Commissioning.
- Manage material suppliers to address scope, commercial, and schedule matters after project shipment.
- Travel to sites as needed for customer issues, manpower and coordination.
- Manage BIM issue closure with TAS site team.
- Ensure site team Safety and other required training is met for client’s requirements.
- Initiate and budget/plan site issue remediation projects.
- Update Site summary report weekly for all assigned project sites.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by Management.
JOB SKILLS:
- Ability and desire to develop leadership and team management skills.
- Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience with Modular equipment installation or service of mechanical equipment.
- Trade school, Military training or other mechanical or electrical training can be a substitute.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven work history as a Field Engineer for mechanical or electrical equipment installation and/or maintenance.
- Understanding of industrial mechanical or electrical equipment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Primarily site-based, with a mix of office work, job site and Production floor.
- Ability to travel to job sites as required.
- Occasional moving of up to 50lbs materials.
- Steel-toe boots and Safety glasses required when in Shop areas or jobsites.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Join a team driven to excel in all that we do! When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus. We offer our customers and employees the best of both worlds: a small company feel with the resources, talent, process, and international reach of a large company.
TAS delivers innovative packaged modular systems that are engineered and manufactured in one of our Houston, TX facilities and utilized in data centers, power, and commercial/industrial utility system applications. TAS has successfully delivered and commissioned over 520 packages to over 33 countries. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX and has five ISO 9001 certified manufacturing facilities in Houston, encompassing 1.2m sq. feet with proximity to major shipping ports and interstate highways. TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customer’s facilities.
TAS’ fastest growing business is the data center market. By applying deep expertise in cooling, thermodynamics, and power, TAS has developed an entire product line that revolutionizes data center delivery.
With our tremendous market potential, advanced technological systems, entrepreneurial culture as well as a talented and productive workforce, we continue to set and exceed aggressive market penetration and financial goals. More information is available on the company website at: www.tas.com.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: TAS has a tobacco-free workplace policy, under which individuals are not allowed to smoke or use tobacco or nicotine products on the TAS premises, while conducting TAS business off premises or take "smoking" breaks during working hours. “smoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
Applications and resumes will be kept on file for a limited time and that the Company is under no duty or obligation to contact applicants if they are not selected for the job applied for or if other jobs become available in the future. Applicants that desire to apply for a job that becomes available at the Company in the future, should submit a new employment application or resume.
TAS Energy Inc. guarantees equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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Project Lead Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Garver71

- HDR65

- Burns & McDonnell41

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- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited35

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services748
- Construction & Real Estate415
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Texas.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred by most Texas employers
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, construction management, or a related field
- Three or more years managing cross-functional teams or complex project timelines
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, or stakeholders on large-scale Texas projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to Texas-based executive stakeholders
Project Lead Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project lead in Texas?
Most project leads in Texas move into the role by combining a bachelor's degree in a relevant field with several years of hands-on team or task ownership experience. No state-issued license is required specifically for the title, but earning the Project Management Professional credential through PMI significantly strengthens candidacy with Texas employers. Construction-focused project leads may also pursue a Texas-registered contractor credential through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation depending on the scope of their work.
How much do project leads make in Texas?
Project leads in Texas earn a median of about $98,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,460 for the lowest 10% to over $162,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project leads in Texas?
Employers hiring project leads in Texas right now include Garver, HDR, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, defense, and technology firms means project lead demand remains broad across both private industry and large public-sector contractors headquartered in the state.
Which Texas cities have the most project lead jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most project lead openings in Texas. Houston drives volume through its energy, petrochemical, and engineering sectors, Dallas through its corporate headquarters and technology industry presence, and Austin through its fast-growing tech and government contracting base, making each city a distinct center for project lead hiring rather than a geographic spillover.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Texas?
Yes, though availability varies by industry. About 14% of project lead openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's mix of desk-based coordination and on-site oversight responsibilities. IT and software project leads in Texas have the most remote flexibility, while construction, facilities, and energy project leads are far more likely to require on-site presence throughout the project lifecycle.
How can I get hired as a project lead in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a project coordinator or team lead role at a large Texas employer in construction, technology, or healthcare. Companies such as Fluor, Dell Technologies, and major Texas health systems regularly promote coordinators who demonstrate ownership of deliverables. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential from PMI or completing a project management certificate through a Texas university extension program signals readiness without requiring years of formal lead experience.
Where can I find and apply to project lead jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to project lead jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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