Project Management Specialist Jobs in California

Project Management Specialist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, defense, construction, and healthcare industries and available at every level from coordinator and associate through senior and program management roles. The largest hiring metros are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Northrop Grumman, Kaiser Permanente, and Salesforce maintain ongoing demand for project management specialists. The most sought-after specialties in California include IT and software implementation, construction and infrastructure, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerHill International
Top cityPomona, CA
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryTransportation

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Hill International
Sr Specialist, Project Management Support
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Sr Specialist, Project Management Support
Hill International
Thousand Oaks, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$80k - $100k/yr
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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Skechers
Visual Display Production - Project Management Specialist
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Skechers
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Visual Display Production - Project Management Specialist
Skechers
Hermosa Beach, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$71k - $75k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Terravanta Inc
Project Management Support Specialist
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Terravanta Inc
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Project Management Support Specialist
Terravanta Inc
Pomona, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$90k - $105k/yr
Associate's degree

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Hill International
Sr Specialist, Project Management Support
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Sr Specialist, Project Management Support
Hill International
Pomona, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $100k/yr
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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University of California Office of the President
Workplace Manager - Facility Project Management Specialist 4
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University of California Office of the President
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Workplace Manager - Facility Project Management Specialist 4
University of California Office of the President
Oakland, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Educational Administration
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$135k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in interior design
1,001-5,000

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Project Management Specialist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pomona
2 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
Oakland
1 job
Temecula
1 job
Sacramento
1 job
Hermosa Beach
1 job
Thousand Oaks
1 job

Project Management Specialist Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Hill International
Hill International2 open roles
Stantec
Stantec1 open role
Skechers
Skechers1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project management specialist jobs across California.

  • PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information systems, or a related field
  • Three or more years of experience managing cross-functional projects end to end
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Experience developing project charters, schedules, budgets, and risk registers
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and executive reporting

Project Management Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project management specialist in California?

California does not require a state-issued license to work as a project management specialist, so the path runs through education and industry certification. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related discipline, followed by the Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute or the entry-level CAPM for candidates earlier in their careers. Gaining experience through coordinator or analyst roles at California technology firms, healthcare systems, or defense contractors is the most common bridge into specialist positions.

How much do project management specialists make in California?

Project management specialists 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 specialists in California?

Employers hiring project management specialists in California right now include Hill International, Stantec, and Skechers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's mix of enterprise technology, defense contracting, and large integrated health systems keeps demand for project management specialists consistently high across multiple industries statewide.

Which California cities have the most project management specialist jobs?

Pomona, San Diego, and California have the most project management specialist openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its entertainment, aerospace, and healthcare sectors, the San Francisco Bay Area concentrates demand in enterprise software and fintech, and San Diego's defense contractors and life sciences companies sustain a strong base of specialist roles in Southern California.

Are there remote project management specialist jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 0% of project management specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on documentation, scheduling, and stakeholder communication rather than physical presence. The most fully remote openings tend to be in IT project management and software implementation roles, while construction and facilities projects almost always require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a project management specialist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a project coordinator or project analyst role and building hands-on experience from there. Large California employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Northrop Grumman, and major Bay Area technology companies regularly post associate-level project roles that are designed for candidates without full specialist experience. Earning the CAPM certification before you apply signals commitment and familiarity with project methodology, and experience in adjacent roles such as operations analyst, administrative coordinator, or business analyst can transfer directly into a junior project management track.

Where can I find and apply to project management specialist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to project management specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the ones that match.

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