Project Manager Jobs in Kansas

Project Manager jobs in Kansas are concentrated in construction, information technology, healthcare, and defense contracting, with demand at every level from junior coordinator to senior program director. The largest hiring metros are Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where employers like Spirit AeroSystems, Evergy, and the University of Kansas Health System maintain a consistent need for project managers across capital projects, software delivery, and operations. Agile delivery, construction project management, and healthcare IT implementation are among the most in-demand specialties in the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles25
Top employerBlack & Veatch
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring10
Work type64% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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P1 Construction, LLC
Electrical Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical
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P1 Construction, LLC
New 8h ago
Electrical Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical
P1 Construction, LLC
Lenexa, Kansas
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
1,001-5,000

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Lemartec
Construction Project Change Manager
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Lemartec
New 9h ago
Construction Project Change Manager
Lemartec
Edgerton, Kansas
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Bachelor's degree in construction management
51-200

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MasTec Inc
Construction Project Change Manager
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MasTec Inc
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Construction Project Change Manager
MasTec Inc
Edgerton, Kansas
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects
Survey Project Manager
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Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects
New 17h ago
Survey Project Manager
Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects
Wichita, Kansas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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datamap
Project Manager
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Project Manager
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Overland Park, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Support
$80k - $110k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Project Manager Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
9 jobs
Topeka
4 jobs
Wichita
3 jobs
Lenexa
2 jobs
Edgerton
2 jobs
Bern
1 job
Colwich
1 job
Shawnee
1 job
Hutchinson
1 job

Project Manager Job Market in Kansas

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

Who's Hiring

Black & Veatch
Black & Veatch3 open roles
CVS Health
CVS Health2 open roles
Stormont Vail Health
Stormont Vail Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kansas Employers Look For

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

  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute preferred or required
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
  • Three or more years managing projects from initiation through closeout
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project or Jira
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder communication
  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies in a professional setting

Project Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in Kansas?

Becoming a project manager in Kansas does not require a state-issued license, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field alongside the Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute. Candidates without a degree often qualify through substantial hands-on experience combined with the Certified Associate in Project Management credential. Kansas employers in construction and defense frequently prioritize industry-specific experience over certification alone.

How much do project managers make in Kansas?

Project managers in Kansas earn a median of about $160,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $113,990 for the lowest 10% to over $235,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in Kansas?

Employers hiring project managers in Kansas right now include Black & Veatch, CVS Health, and Stormont Vail Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's mix of aerospace manufacturing in Wichita, utilities, and growing healthcare systems means demand stays active across both private sector and government-adjacent organizations throughout the year.

Which Kansas cities have the most project manager jobs?

The Kansas cities with the most project manager openings are Overland Park, Topeka, and Wichita. Wichita drives volume through its aerospace and manufacturing base, while the Kansas City metro benefits from its large healthcare, finance, and technology employers, and Topeka generates steady openings through state government agencies and regional utilities like Evergy.

Are there remote project manager jobs in Kansas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 36% of project manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the coordination work happens through digital tools rather than on a physical site. Software delivery, IT infrastructure, and business process projects tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction and facilities project managers are expected on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project administrator role at a Kansas employer, then building toward a full project manager title. Large Kansas healthcare systems, state government agencies, and aerospace suppliers like Spirit AeroSystems regularly bring on coordinators who handle scheduling, documentation, and stakeholder tracking before managing full projects independently. Earning the Certified Associate in Project Management credential and building a portfolio of even informal project work gives early-career candidates a measurable edge in Kansas hiring.

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

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Kansas employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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