Project Manager Jobs in California

Project Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from entry-level coordinators through senior program leads in technology, construction, defense, and healthcare. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Northrop Grumman, and Apple maintain large, sustained project management teams. The most in-demand specialties are IT and software delivery, construction and infrastructure, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles370+
Top employerSutter Health
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring148
Work type69% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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TPM Group, LLC
Move/Relocation Project Manager
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TPM Group, LLC
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Move/Relocation Project Manager
TPM Group, LLC
Los Angeles, California
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$110k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
51-200

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Cushman & Wakefield
Sr. Assistant Project Manager
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Cushman & Wakefield
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Sr. Assistant Project Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
Costa Mesa, California
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$89k - $105k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Collins Aerospace
Project Manager Licensing (Onsite)
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Collins Aerospace
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Project Manager Licensing (Onsite)
Collins Aerospace
Chula Vista, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$118k - $225k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Sharp HealthCare
Clinical Nurse RN - Subacute Care - Sharp Coronado Hospital - PM 8hour shift - A4 Per Diem
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Sharp HealthCare
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Clinical Nurse RN - Subacute Care - Sharp Coronado Hospital - PM 8hour shift - A4 Per Diem
Sharp HealthCare
Coronado, California
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$61.74 - $90.16/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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General Atomics
Project Accounting Manager
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General Atomics
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Project Accounting Manager
General Atomics
San Diego, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$81k - $145k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Project Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Sunnyvale
8 jobs
Anaheim
7 jobs
Fremont
7 jobs

Project Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Sutter Health
Sutter Health6 open roles
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited6 open roles
DPR Construction
DPR Construction5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Retail

What California Employers Look For

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

  • PMP certification preferred or required by most mid-to-large California employers
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field
  • Three or more years managing cross-functional projects from initiation through closeout
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, Jira, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet
  • Experience working within Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery frameworks
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills across technical and non-technical California team environments

Project Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in California?

California does not require a state-issued license to work as a project manager, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field alongside a Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute. Candidates entering construction typically pursue a degree from a California State University campus and add LEED or OSHA credentials depending on the sector.

How much do project managers make in California?

Project managers in California earn a median of about $210,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $137,900 for the lowest 10% to over $296,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in California?

Employers hiring project managers in California right now include Sutter Health, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and DPR Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, defense contractors, and large hospital systems means sustained, year-round demand rather than seasonal hiring spikes.

Which California cities have the most project manager jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego have the most project manager openings in California. The distribution follows the state's major economic centers: the San Francisco Bay Area draws heavily from tech and biotech employers, Los Angeles is driven by entertainment, aerospace, and healthcare, and San Diego's openings are anchored by defense contractors and life sciences companies operating in and around the Sorrento Valley corridor.

Are there remote project manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 31% of project manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on planning, stakeholder coordination, and documentation rather than physical site presence. Technology and software delivery roles lead in full remote availability, while construction and facilities project managers are most likely to require an on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or project administrator role, which large California employers in tech, healthcare, and construction routinely post as stepping stones. Kaiser Permanente, county government agencies, and California State University system offices run structured associate project manager programs and rotational roles suited to candidates without direct experience. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute and building a portfolio of volunteer or internal process improvement projects gives candidates a concrete edge at the application stage.

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

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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