Project Leader Jobs in New Jersey

Project Leader jobs in New Jersey are open across Short Hills, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Princeton and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Selective Insurance, American Eagle Outfitters, and ADP hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles68+
Top employerSelective Insurance
Top cityShort Hills, NJ
Cities hiring39
Work type81% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Sanofi
Associate Statistical Project Leader
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Associate Statistical Project Leader
Sanofi
Morristown, New Jersey
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Data Science & Analytics
Clinical Trials
Data Science
$122k - $177k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Johnson Controls
Service Operations, Initiatives Program Leader
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Johnson Controls
Added 6d ago
Service Operations, Initiatives Program Leader
Johnson Controls
Edison, New Jersey
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Project Management
Program Management
$141k - $188k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Barclays
US Correspondent Banking (CBI) AML Operations - Team Leader
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Barclays
Added 1w ago
US Correspondent Banking (CBI) AML Operations - Team Leader
Barclays
Whippany, New Jersey
Compliance & Legal
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
$140k - $195k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Trane Technologies
HVAC Automation and Digital Services Leader
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Trane Technologies
Added 3w ago
HVAC Automation and Digital Services Leader
Trane Technologies
Pine Brook, New Jersey
Project & Program Management
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Project Management
Business Development
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$165k - $230k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Valley Bank
Commercial Banking Team Leader
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Valley Bank
Added 1mo ago
Commercial Banking Team Leader
Valley Bank
Paramus, New Jersey
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Sales
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Business Development
On-Site
High School

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Project Leader Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Short Hills
6 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
5 jobs
Princeton
5 jobs
Bridgewater
3 jobs
Cherry Hill
3 jobs
Edison
3 jobs
Jersey City
3 jobs
Newark
3 jobs
Somerset
3 jobs

Project Leader Job Market in New Jersey

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

Who's Hiring

  • American Eagle Outfitters
    American Eagle Outfitters6
  • Selective Insurance
    Selective Insurance5
  • ADP
    ADP3
  • Whole Foods Market
    Whole Foods Market3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals10
  • Retail10
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Insurance7
  • Technology & Software6

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project leader jobs across New Jersey.

  • 3-7 years of project management experience leading cross-functional teams
  • PMP certification or equivalent credential such as CAPM or PRINCE2
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing project budgets and resource allocation
  • Strong stakeholder communication and executive reporting skills

Project Leader Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many project leader jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 68+ project leader openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Short Hills, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Princeton. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do project leaders make in New Jersey?

Project leaders in New Jersey earn a median of about $122,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,410 for the lowest 10% to over $190,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most project leader jobs?

Short Hills, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Princeton have the most project leader openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire project leaders in New Jersey?

Employers hiring project leaders in New Jersey include Selective Insurance, American Eagle Outfitters, and ADP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote project leader jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 19% of project leader openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for project leader jobs in New Jersey?

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

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