Project Lead Jobs in Virginia
Project Lead jobs in Virginia are open across Richmond, Arlington, and Herndon and other Virginia metros, with employers like ECS Limited, M.C. Dean, and Amazon hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
What's in it for you:
Trane in Richmond is hiring a Construction Project Manager! The Construction Project Manager will manage all aspects of multi-million dollar construction / energy services / HVAC controls projects portfolio. They will have direct responsibility for project financials, administration, implementation, management and customer satisfaction. They will lead the project team through all facets of the project and is the established point of contact for stakeholders, and support project development efforts to scope total solutions.
What you will do:
- Support sales functions by assisting with quote preparation, project development, and proposals.
- Validate project scope, cost, schedule by reviewing contract documents, attending pre-bid validation meetings, holding internal meetings, and establishing customer expectations.
- Responsible for change order management by identifying opportunities, recommending solutions, facilitating quotes, utilizes pricing strategies, and closing orders providing total solutions across business streams.
- Maintain customer satisfaction by supporting company initiatives, building customer relationships, investigating concerns, implementing corrective actions, and developing communication plans with both internal and external stakeholders to provide timely project updates.
- Utilizes properly qualified subcontractors, oversees subcontractor RFQ process, awards subcontracts, manages subcontractor execution, collaborate with subcontractors to establish communication guidelines for project progress, project meetings, billing expectations, project safety and foster professional relationships with subcontractors.
- Financially manages all aspects of projects including cash flow, monthly forecasted cost / revenue, forecasted cost at completion, monitoring expenses, collections support, applied cost, buy-out plans, knowledgeable on financial impacts when adjusting cost categories, and oversees preparation and communications for monthly backlog review with leaders.
- Create and maintain project schedules generating task, dependencies, milestones, critical path, resource assignments, identify future looking planning needs and resource constraints, and collaborate with Controls PM to establish project task, communications for project progress, and review of plans / specifications and control submittals.
- Leads all aspects of project administration including, responsibility for knowledge of and adherence to contract penalty clauses and / or liquidated damages, analyzing reporting to identify project deficiencies and provides guidance on corrective actions, managing projects to business compliance, project documentation, safety guidelines, and maneuvering through governing agencies requirements including the state, city, county, federal and local level.
What you will bring:
- Advanced understanding of the development phase related to construction energy project and opportunities, knowledgeable on all construction systems and technologies.
- Must demonstrate strong leadership skills, ability to mentor other project managers, aptitude to influence without authority, organizational expertise, strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to successfully lead a project team.
- Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Project Management Degree.
- Combination of degree or 5-10 years experience.
- Ability to obtain a General Contracting license a plus.
- Experience with Project Schedules / PM Construction Software.
ES25
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$72,611.66 - $101,394.99
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
Yes
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Lead Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ECS Limited22

- M.C. Dean19

- Amazon17

- Burns & McDonnell17

- Jobot16

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services204
- Construction & Real Estate91
- Technology & Software87
- Manufacturing38
- Energy23
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Virginia.
- 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 Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many project lead jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 543+ project lead openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Richmond, Arlington, and Herndon. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do project leads make in Virginia?
Project leads in Virginia earn a median of about $120,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,020 for the lowest 10% to over $179,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most project lead jobs?
Richmond, Arlington, and Herndon have the most project lead openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire project leads in Virginia?
Employers hiring project leads in Virginia include ECS Limited, M.C. Dean, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 15% of project lead openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for project lead jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to project lead jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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