Mid Level Project Planning Manager Jobs
Mid level project planning manager jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive scheduling decisions with limited oversight. Openings run across Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Aerospace & Defense, with a strong mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Lockheed Martin, Puig, and Blue Origin hiring at this level now.
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Standard Job Description
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Budgeting, Purchasing and/or Billing experience in commercial/industrial projects.
Knowledge of facilities and construction projects.
Desired Skills
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business, or finance with 5 years of related experience.
Experience with SAP systems.
Knowledge of Capital planning
Good organizational/accounting skills.
Excellent computing skills with MS Office.
Ability to develop and present executive presentations
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or LEAN Six-Sigma Black Belt training.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Budgeting, Purchasing and/or Billing experience in commercial/industrial projects.
Knowledge of facilities and construction projects.
Desired Skills
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business, or finance with 5 years of related experience.
Experience with SAP systems.
Knowledge of Capital planning
Good organizational/accounting skills.
Excellent computing skills with MS Office.
Ability to develop and present executive presentations
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or LEAN Six-Sigma Black Belt training.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Mid Level Project Planning Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level project planning manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you led the schedule, managed dependencies, and kept stakeholders aligned without constant direction. Emphasize planning tools you know deeply, any cross-functional coordination you drove, and outcomes you can quantify, such as on-time delivery rates or scope changes you resolved. Tailor your resume to show accountability, not just contribution.
Which companies hire mid level project planning managers?
Companies hiring mid level project planning managers right now include Lockheed Martin, Puig, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from organizations running multiple concurrent projects, including manufacturers, infrastructure firms, technology companies, and large enterprises building out dedicated planning functions.
Are there remote mid level project planning manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 20% of mid level project planning manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption of distributed project teams. Roles in technology and professional services tend to offer more flexibility, while construction and manufacturing positions are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do I move up to a mid level project planning manager role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level project planning manager role comes from building depth in scheduling, risk tracking, and stakeholder communication over several years. Taking ownership of progressively larger project components, learning enterprise planning tools, and demonstrating that you can manage competing priorities without close supervision signals readiness. Measurable outcomes, such as milestones you hit or risks you caught early, strengthen the case.
Which industries hire the most mid level project planning managers?
Mid Level project planning manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because they run complex, multi-phase projects that require dedicated planning professionals to manage timelines, resources, and deliverables across multiple teams simultaneously.