Project Management Analyst Jobs in California
Project Management Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, defense and aerospace, healthcare systems, and large-scale infrastructure, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior analyst. The heaviest hiring is in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Northrop Grumman, and Salesforce maintain significant project management functions. The most in-demand specialties include IT project governance, Agile delivery, and capital program analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Responsible for directing all aspects of customer benefit plan implementation of Self-funded New Business Clients.
- Partner with all key internal and external stakeholders to proactively identify and address critical implementation issues ensuring customer expectations are consistently satisfied or exceeded.
- Acts as a single point of contact for benefit plan implementation.
- Mediates and coordinates resolution of all project deliverables and implementation related tasks.
- Develops and executes implementation strategy consistent with customer expectations.
- Ensures strategy is administered in accordance with all performance guarantee arrangements.
- Engages team members to follow through on their responsibilities.
- Evaluates impact of customer requested exceptions and develops reasonable alternatives to satisfy Client needs while minimizing impact on systems and operations.
- Solicits and assesses internal and external customer feedback to enhance continuous quality improvement to self and overall implementation process.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years Project management and Client facing experience.
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills across various levels of the organization.
- Ability to remain flexible yet focused during stressful situations.
- Attention to detail and accuracy while focusing on overall project deliverables.
- Ability to express complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
- Highly organized and able to quickly prioritize multiple assignments with high quality results.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years Health Plans and Benefits experience
- Salesforce experience.
- Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook experience.
- Comprehensive understanding and strong association with Aetna organizations representing products, services, administration, operations and systems.
- Associate's degree preferred
Education
High School diploma/GED and equivalent work experience
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $122,400.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/05/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Responsible for directing all aspects of customer benefit plan implementation of Self-funded New Business Clients.
- Partner with all key internal and external stakeholders to proactively identify and address critical implementation issues ensuring customer expectations are consistently satisfied or exceeded.
- Acts as a single point of contact for benefit plan implementation.
- Mediates and coordinates resolution of all project deliverables and implementation related tasks.
- Develops and executes implementation strategy consistent with customer expectations.
- Ensures strategy is administered in accordance with all performance guarantee arrangements.
- Engages team members to follow through on their responsibilities.
- Evaluates impact of customer requested exceptions and develops reasonable alternatives to satisfy Client needs while minimizing impact on systems and operations.
- Solicits and assesses internal and external customer feedback to enhance continuous quality improvement to self and overall implementation process.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years Project management and Client facing experience.
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills across various levels of the organization.
- Ability to remain flexible yet focused during stressful situations.
- Attention to detail and accuracy while focusing on overall project deliverables.
- Ability to express complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
- Highly organized and able to quickly prioritize multiple assignments with high quality results.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ years Health Plans and Benefits experience
- Salesforce experience.
- Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook experience.
- Comprehensive understanding and strong association with Aetna organizations representing products, services, administration, operations and systems.
- Associate's degree preferred
Education
High School diploma/GED and equivalent work experience
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $122,400.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/05/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project management analyst jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related technical field
- PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute preferred or required
- Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Two or more years of experience supporting cross-functional projects in a structured environment
- Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Tableau, or comparable reporting platforms
- Experience working within Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery frameworks
Project Management Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project management analyst in California?
California does not require a state-issued license to work as a project management analyst, so the path centers on education and professional credentials. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, management information systems, or a related field. From there, earning a CAPM or PMP certification through the Project Management Institute signals readiness to California hiring managers across tech, healthcare, and defense sectors, which dominate the state's market.
How much do project management analysts make in California?
Project management analysts in California earn a median of about $120,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,180 for the lowest 10% to over $188,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project management analysts in California?
Employers hiring project management analysts in California right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, Arup, and Noblis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's mix of enterprise technology firms, large integrated health systems, and federal defense contractors creates unusually broad and consistent demand for this role across the state.
Which California cities have the most project management analyst jobs?
San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles have the most project management analyst openings in California. The Bay Area concentration reflects the density of enterprise software and cloud infrastructure companies headquartered there, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, healthcare, and aerospace, and San Diego's openings are driven heavily by defense contractors and biotech firms with large program management functions.
Are there remote project management analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields, since project management analysis is fundamentally a desk-based, coordination-and-reporting role that translates well to distributed teams. About 33% of project management analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how broadly California employers have adopted flexible work after the pandemic. The portions of the role most often performed remotely include status reporting, stakeholder communications, and scheduling.
How can I get hired as a project management analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from an adjacent coordinator or analyst role into a junior project management analyst position. Large California employers such as Kaiser Permanente, UC system campuses, and major technology firms regularly hire project coordinators and business analysts who then transition into analyst roles. Completing a CAPM or a Google Project Management Certificate strengthens an application substantially, and building a portfolio of process documentation or a small project case study gives California hiring managers something concrete to evaluate.
Where can I find and apply to project management analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to project management analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find positions that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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