Project Manager Jobs in New York

Project Manager jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, financial services, technology, and healthcare across a market that runs from entry-level coordinators to senior program directors. Most openings cluster in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, with major employers like JPMorgan Chase, Verizon, and NYU Langone Health maintaining large, ongoing project management functions. The most in-demand specialties are IT project management, construction project management tied to infrastructure and development, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles157+
Top employerLivingston Associates
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring48
Work type49% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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LiRo-Hill
Assistant Project Manager - Public Agency Project
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LiRo-Hill
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Assistant Project Manager - Public Agency Project
LiRo-Hill
New York, New York
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$85k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Hitachi Rail
Senior Project Manager
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Hitachi Rail
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Senior Project Manager
Hitachi Rail
New York, New York
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$152k - $191k/yr
Hybrid
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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Milrose Consultants
Project Manager, Permitting
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Milrose Consultants
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Project Manager, Permitting
Milrose Consultants
Bohemia, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in urban planning
201-500

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GROUP PMx
MEP Project Manager
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GROUP PMx
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MEP Project Manager
GROUP PMx
New York, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$125k - $130k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
11-50

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Gilbane
Senior Project Manager- Commercial Interiors & Cultural Construction
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Gilbane
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Senior Project Manager- Commercial Interiors & Cultural Construction
Gilbane
New York, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$160k - $210k/yr
Master's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Project Manager Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Albany
9 jobs
Queens
6 jobs
Buffalo
5 jobs
Bronx
3 jobs
Syracuse
3 jobs
Farmingdale
3 jobs
Nanuet
2 jobs

Project Manager Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

Livingston Associates
Livingston Associates5 open roles
ECS Limited
ECS Limited4 open roles
Colliers Engineering & Design
Colliers Engineering & Design4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction & Real Estate

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • PMP certification or active pursuit of Project Management Professional credential strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field required
  • Three or more years managing cross-functional projects from initiation through closeout
  • Demonstrated experience with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies depending on the team
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills for managing executive sponsors and external vendors

Project Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in New York?

New York does not require a state-issued license to work as a project manager, so the path runs through education and professional certification. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree paired with the Project Management Professional credential issued by the Project Management Institute. Candidates without the PMP often enter through coordinator or analyst roles at large New York institutions, build documented project hours, and then sit for the exam to move into full project manager titles.

How much do project managers make in New York?

Project managers in New York earn a median of about $175,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $128,500 for the lowest 10% to over $274,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in New York?

Employers hiring project managers in New York right now include Livingston Associates, ECS Limited, and Colliers Engineering & Design, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's concentration of financial institutions, hospital systems, and large construction developers means steady, year-round demand across industries rather than hiring tied to a single sector.

Which New York cities have the most project manager jobs?

New York, Rochester, and Albany have the most project manager openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its density of financial firms, tech companies, healthcare systems, and ongoing large-scale construction, while Buffalo and Albany generate consistent demand through healthcare networks, state government agencies, and regional infrastructure projects that require dedicated project management staff.

Are there remote project manager jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 51% of project manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and coordination-heavy nature of the work. IT and software project management roles are the most likely to be fully remote, while construction and facilities project management almost always require an on-site presence at some point in the project lifecycle.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a project coordinator or project analyst role, which large New York employers like hospital systems, financial institutions, and city agencies regularly post as junior positions. NYU Langone, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and major banks run structured analyst programs that expose candidates to project workflows without requiring prior PM experience. Earning a CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute or completing a relevant Google or IBM project management certificate gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for these entry roles.

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

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to New York employers. Find the roles that fit your experience and location preference and apply directly without creating a profile or signing up first.

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