Project Manager Jobs in Texas
Project Manager jobs in Texas are in high demand, with active hiring in construction, energy, technology, and healthcare and openings at every level from coordinator to senior program manager. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead the market, anchored by employers like Fluor, AT&T, and Dell Technologies, which maintain large Texas operations and hire project managers on a recurring basis. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are construction project management, IT project management, and energy infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: Odessa or Houston, Texas
Type: Full Time
General Information/Job Summary
Plan, organize, direct, and control the execution of assigned construction projects to meet the Company’s cost, quality, equipment and material resource usage, and safety objectives.
Responsibilities/Competencies
- Assume overall responsibility for a profitable, well-constructed, safe project, completed in a timely manner
- Review project proposal and pertinent documents with project team and Director of Operations
- Determine the most cost-effective construction methods and use of personnel, material, equipment and subcontractors
- Review and approve subcontractor selections and invoicing
- Coordinate construction activities with the owner, subcontractors, and Company personnel
- Promote, enforce, and establish safety as a priority as part of the Company’s management philosophy
- Manage project staff, including assigned support staff, superintendents, project general foreman, and assistants
- Ensure that management is accurately and fully informed of project costs as compared to budgets through weekly labor and monthly budget reports
- Coordinate and provide direction for the budget estimating, purchasing, engineering, accounting, cost, and construction functions as they relate to the completion of the project
- Initiate, establish and maintain working relationships with owners, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors to facilitate construction activities
- Organize, conduct, and represent the company at project coordination meetings at regular agreed upon intervals
- Review and approve subcontractor, vendor payment applications and miscellaneous invoices
- Negotiate, prepare, issue and execute change orders (proposals) to owners, design team, subcontractors and others, and prepare revisions to the original budget because of changes and revisions to work
- Ensure timely and accurate billings and accounts receivable
- Ensure timely project completion through project scheduling, expediting of material deliveries and the management of material and document submittals/approvals
- Lead and participate in regularly scheduled project staff meetings
- Manage Closeout process
- Enforce and adhere to all Policies and Processes as it relates to this position
- Actively participate in internal team(s) that focus on continuous improvement of the business
Requirements
- 5 to 10 years’ experience managing large Industrial mechanical/piping/structural or civil construction projects (Minimum 5yrs. Oil & Gas Industry Experience with 3 of these years being in project management)
- Valid Driver’s License
- Construction or General Business Degree Preferred
- Estimating experience, a plus
- Possess working knowledge of all projects plans, specifications, Owner Contract, subcontracts, purchase orders, daily correspondence, drawings, submittals and all other project related documents and maintain a complete and accurate set of as-built drawings
- Able to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency
- Self-motivated with skills to motivate others
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong Project Controls Skills – Cost Forecasting, Progress Tracking, Scheduling (Microsoft Project or P6)
- Strong computer skills
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to walk the property and laydown yards
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds
Employment with Saulsbury is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment screenings such as a background check and drug screen.
Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.
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Project Manager Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon217

- Apple134

- Burns & McDonnell60

- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited54

- Google47

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services894
- Construction & Real Estate528
- Technology & Software487
- Retail266
- Electronics & Hardware234
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project manager jobs across Texas.
- PMP certification from the Project Management Institute preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field
- Three or more years managing full project lifecycle from planning through delivery
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders
- Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or waterfall methodologies depending on the industry
Project Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project manager in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a project manager, so the path runs through education and certification. Most Texas employers expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, combined with a Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute. Candidates entering construction often pursue a LEED credential alongside the PMP. Building experience through coordinator or assistant roles at large Texas employers is the most common starting point.
How much do project managers make in Texas?
Project managers in Texas earn a median of about $171,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $120,460 for the lowest 10% to over $277,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project managers in Texas?
Employers hiring project managers in Texas right now include Amazon, Apple, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy companies, defense contractors, and large technology firms means project manager demand is distributed across several industries rather than a single sector.
Which Texas cities have the most project manager jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most project manager openings in Texas. Houston's volume is driven by the energy and engineering sectors, Dallas by corporate headquarters and technology services firms, and Austin by the tech industry and a fast-growing construction market tied to the city's expansion.
Are there remote project manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. Project management is largely desk-based and coordination-focused, which makes it well suited to remote arrangements. About 13% of project manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the highest share in IT and software project management roles rather than construction or facilities.
How can I get hired as a project manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or project analyst role, which large Texas employers in construction, technology, and healthcare use as a feeder track into project management. Companies like Burns & McDonnell, USAA, and major Texas hospital systems such as HCA Houston Healthcare recruit coordinators without requiring prior PM experience. Earning a CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute and building a portfolio of documented small-scale projects gives candidates a measurable edge when competing against others at the same experience level.
Where can I find and apply to project manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listing.
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