Project Manager Jobs in North Carolina

Project Manager jobs in North Carolina are in strong, consistent demand, concentrated in construction, technology, healthcare, and financial services, with openings at every level from associate project manager through senior program director. Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Research Triangle are the state's busiest hiring markets, home to anchor employers such as Bank of America, Duke University Health System, and Lenovo North America, all of which maintain active project management functions. IT project management, construction project management, and healthcare operations are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles146+
Top employerCook Out Restaurants
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring37
Work type49% On-site
Top industryScience

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Payments Program Project Management Lead - 6540600
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Payments Program Project Management Lead - 6540600
Logic, Inc.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$47 - $57/hr
Military encouraged
11-50

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Payments Program Project Management Lead - 6540599
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Payments Program Project Management Lead - 6540599
Logic, Inc.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$47 - $57/hr
Military encouraged
11-50

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Payments/Program Project Management Lead - 6540602
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Payments/Program Project Management Lead - 6540602
Logic, Inc.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$47 - $57/hr
Military encouraged
11-50

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Telecom Project Manager (OSPE)
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Telecom Project Manager (OSPE)
ONUG Communications, Inc.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$65k - $85k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Project Supply Chain Manager
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Project Supply Chain Manager
Hitachi Energy
Raleigh, North Carolina
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Project Manager Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cary
10 jobs
Greensboro
7 jobs
Wilmington
6 jobs
Chapel Hill
6 jobs
Asheville
5 jobs
Hickory
4 jobs
Winston-Salem
4 jobs

Project Manager Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

Cook Out Restaurants7 open roles
Siemens Energy5 open roles
Corning4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What North Carolina Employers Look For

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

  • PMP certification or active candidacy recognized by North Carolina 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 MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communications
  • Experience in an industry vertical relevant to North Carolina such as construction, healthcare, or financial services

Project Manager Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in North Carolina?

North Carolina does not issue a state-specific license for project managers, so the standard path is earning a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, building experience in a coordinator or analyst role, and then pursuing the Project Management Professional certification through the Project Management Institute. Many North Carolina employers, particularly in construction and healthcare, treat PMP certification as a prerequisite for mid-level roles and above.

How much do project managers make in North Carolina?

Project managers in North Carolina earn a median of about $167,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $121,900 for the lowest 10% to over $231,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in North Carolina?

Employers hiring project managers in North Carolina right now include Cook Out Restaurants, Siemens Energy, and Corning, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's mix of large financial institutions in Charlotte, major research universities and life sciences firms in the Triangle, and a growing technology sector statewide means demand is distributed across industries rather than concentrated in a single employer type.

Which North Carolina cities have the most project manager jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Cary lead North Carolina for project manager openings. Charlotte's concentration of major banks, healthcare systems, and corporate headquarters drives the most volume, while Raleigh and Durham benefit from the Research Triangle's density of technology companies, life sciences employers, and universities, making the Triangle the second major hiring center for the role statewide.

Are there remote project manager jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 51% of project manager openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on communication, documentation, and coordination rather than physical presence. Technology and financial services project manager roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction and facilities project management almost always requires on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project administrator role, which large North Carolina employers such as Duke Health, Highwoods Properties, and major Charlotte-based financial institutions post regularly as stepping stones. A Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute, combined with experience managing smaller internal initiatives in an adjacent role such as operations analyst, executive assistant, or team lead, gives candidates without formal PM titles a concrete edge in North Carolina's competitive mid-size and enterprise markets.

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

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the ones that match.

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