Project Manager Jobs in Rhode Island

Project Manager jobs in Rhode Island see consistent demand, with openings concentrated in healthcare, defense contracting, financial services, and higher education across Providence, Woonsocket, and Newport. Anchor employers like Hasbro, Amica Mutual, and Lifespan Health System regularly hire project managers at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior program lead. The most sought-after specialties are IT project management, construction and facilities project oversight, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerCVS Health
Top cityProvidence, RI
Cities hiring6
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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H W Lochner
Senior Structural Engineer | Project Manager
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H W Lochner
New 6h ago
Senior Structural Engineer | Project Manager
H W Lochner
Lincoln, Rhode Island
Business Strategy
Project Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
$180k - $245k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Project Manager
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New 14h ago
Project Manager
John Rocchio Corporation
Greenville, Rhode Island
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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CVS Health
Manager - Healthcare Quality Project Management
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CVS Health
New 18h ago
Manager - Healthcare Quality Project Management
CVS Health
Rhode Island
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$54k - $146k/yr
Remote (US)
Six Sigma Certification
10,000+

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CVS Health
Sr Manager - Project Program Management
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CVS Health
Added 2d ago
Sr Manager - Project Program Management
CVS Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $183k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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DAI LLC
Mitigation Project Manager
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DAI LLC
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Mitigation Project Manager
DAI LLC
Coventry, Rhode Island
Account Management
Business Operations
Project Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
2-10

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Project Manager Jobs by City in Rhode Island

Where Rhode Island roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Providence
4 jobs
Lincoln
2 jobs
Warwick
1 job
Coventry
1 job
Greenville
1 job
Woonsocket
1 job

Project Manager Job Market in Rhode Island

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

Who's Hiring

CVS Health
CVS Health5 open roles
VHB
VHB1 open role
DAI
DAI1 open role

What Rhode Island Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field required
  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred
  • Three or more years of end-to-end project lifecycle management experience
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, timelines, and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Experience working within regulated industries such as healthcare, defense, or financial services

Project Manager Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island does not issue a state license for project managers, so the path runs through education and professional certification. Most employers in Rhode Island expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related discipline. Earning the Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute is the single most effective step, as it is explicitly requested in a large share of Rhode Island listings, particularly in healthcare, defense, and financial services.

How much do project managers make in Rhode Island?

Project managers in Rhode Island earn a median of about $175,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $124,410 for the lowest 10% to over $257,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in Rhode Island?

Employers hiring project managers in Rhode Island right now include CVS Health, VHB, and DAI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Rhode Island's concentration of healthcare systems, insurance carriers, and defense contractors creates steady year-round demand rather than seasonal hiring spikes.

Which Rhode Island cities have the most project manager jobs?

Providence, Lincoln, and Rhode Island account for the largest share of project manager openings in Rhode Island. Providence dominates because it is home to the state's major hospital systems, corporate headquarters, and higher education institutions, while suburban and coastal areas like Woonsocket and Newport generate demand through manufacturing operations and naval facilities.

Are there remote project manager jobs in Rhode Island?

Yes, and more than many fields. Project management is largely coordination and communication work, which translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 50% of project manager openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed delivery teams. Roles tied to construction sites, clinical operations, or physical facilities programs tend to remain on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a coordinator, analyst, or operations role where you already manage timelines or deliverables. Rhode Island's large healthcare employers, including hospital systems affiliated with Brown University, often post project coordinator and associate project manager roles that do not require a PMP. Completing a CAPM credential, building a portfolio of volunteer or academic projects, and targeting IT or operations teams at mid-size Rhode Island insurers and manufacturers gives candidates a concrete edge over unqualified applicants.

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

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Providence, Newport, and the broader state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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