Project Program Manager Jobs in New York
Project Program Manager jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in finance, technology, healthcare, and infrastructure development, with openings at every level from associate project coordinator through senior program director. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where employers like JPMorgan Chase, IBM, and NYC Health + Hospitals maintain large project and program management functions. The most in-demand specialties right now are IT program management, capital infrastructure delivery, and financial services operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Program & Project Manager to support major civil infrastructure and rail construction initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong program and project management capability, with a particular strength in developing clear, structured processes and procedures that support effective project delivery.
This role will play a key part in shaping program governance, leading the development of project management manuals, delivery frameworks, and standardized processes, ensuring all documentation is accurate, consistent, and aligned with best practice. The successful candidate will also facilitate workshops with clients and delivery partners to gather requirements, validate workflows, and translate complex technical information into well-defined procedures.
This individual will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, contractors, and design professionals to ensure high-quality delivery, strong stakeholder engagement, and alignment with program objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Management
- Lead the development and refinement of program processes, governance frameworks, and construction management procedures, producing clear, high-quality written documentation.
- Facilitate workshops with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, validate workflows, and translate complex information into structured processes and procedures.
- Provide program reporting, KPI tracking, and stakeholder communication.
- Strengthen client and contractor relationships while contributing to business development and pursuit efforts.
Project Management
- Manage and coordinate project stakeholders—including architects, engineers, and contractors—to ensure compliant and timely delivery.
- Track and manage schedules, milestones, budgets, and project documentation.
- Oversee planning, execution, design reviews, and adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards.
- Produce status reports and maintain effective communication across project teams.
- Provide technical support on RFIs, cost control, value engineering, and constructability.
- Review drawings, reports, and submittals to ensure accuracy and alignment with project goals.
- Identify process improvements and support internal best practice adoption.
Additional Requirements
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role and must be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
On-site/ in-office presence is required three days out of the work week. Requirements may change depending on our client's needs.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant rail construction experience is required.
- A thorough knowledge of Project & Program Management methods and best practices.
- A thorough knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, planning, design, schedule and scope management.
- Have the technical skills to read, understand, and communicate contract requirements including construction drawings and specifications and interpret construction methods.
- Strong written communication skills with a proven ability to develop clear, structured processes and procedures for rail construction and project delivery.
- Be able to understand and follow site HSSE Policies.
- Technology competent in using the following Software: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint.
- Competent user of data management software and systems for data management, analytics, and quality assurance.
- Strong communication skills.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $110K-$130K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Program & Project Manager to support major civil infrastructure and rail construction initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong program and project management capability, with a particular strength in developing clear, structured processes and procedures that support effective project delivery.
This role will play a key part in shaping program governance, leading the development of project management manuals, delivery frameworks, and standardized processes, ensuring all documentation is accurate, consistent, and aligned with best practice. The successful candidate will also facilitate workshops with clients and delivery partners to gather requirements, validate workflows, and translate complex technical information into well-defined procedures.
This individual will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, contractors, and design professionals to ensure high-quality delivery, strong stakeholder engagement, and alignment with program objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Management
- Lead the development and refinement of program processes, governance frameworks, and construction management procedures, producing clear, high-quality written documentation.
- Facilitate workshops with clients and internal teams to gather requirements, validate workflows, and translate complex information into structured processes and procedures.
- Provide program reporting, KPI tracking, and stakeholder communication.
- Strengthen client and contractor relationships while contributing to business development and pursuit efforts.
Project Management
- Manage and coordinate project stakeholders—including architects, engineers, and contractors—to ensure compliant and timely delivery.
- Track and manage schedules, milestones, budgets, and project documentation.
- Oversee planning, execution, design reviews, and adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards.
- Produce status reports and maintain effective communication across project teams.
- Provide technical support on RFIs, cost control, value engineering, and constructability.
- Review drawings, reports, and submittals to ensure accuracy and alignment with project goals.
- Identify process improvements and support internal best practice adoption.
Additional Requirements
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role and must be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
On-site/ in-office presence is required three days out of the work week. Requirements may change depending on our client's needs.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant rail construction experience is required.
- A thorough knowledge of Project & Program Management methods and best practices.
- A thorough knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, planning, design, schedule and scope management.
- Have the technical skills to read, understand, and communicate contract requirements including construction drawings and specifications and interpret construction methods.
- Strong written communication skills with a proven ability to develop clear, structured processes and procedures for rail construction and project delivery.
- Be able to understand and follow site HSSE Policies.
- Technology competent in using the following Software: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint.
- Competent user of data management software and systems for data management, analytics, and quality assurance.
- Strong communication skills.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $110K-$130K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Program Manager Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon164
- DoorDash42
- EY41
- Abercrombie & Fitch33
- NYU Langone Health32
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software667
- Consulting & Professional Services374
- Retail173
- Construction & Real Estate132
- Healthcare & Medical Services132
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project program manager jobs across New York.
- PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred by most New York employers
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information systems, or a related field required
- Five or more years of end-to-end project or program management experience in a relevant industry
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and executive-level reporting
- Experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies in complex organizational environments
Project Program Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project program manager in New York?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or information systems combined with the Project Management Professional credential issued by the Project Management Institute. New York does not require a state-issued license for project program managers, but the PMP is effectively the hiring standard across the state's largest industries. Building experience through coordinator or analyst roles at New York's major financial institutions, hospital systems, or technology firms accelerates the move into full program management.
How much do project program managers make in New York?
Project program managers in New York earn a median of about $121,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,580 for the lowest 10% to over $192,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project program managers in New York?
Employers hiring project program managers in New York right now include Amazon, DoorDash, and EY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of global financial institutions, major health systems, and large technology companies makes it one of the most consistent states for sustained project program manager demand.
Which New York cities have the most project program manager jobs?
New York, Rochester, and Albany account for the most project program manager openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its density of corporate headquarters in finance, media, and technology, while Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand through healthcare systems, state government IT modernization programs, and regional infrastructure projects that require dedicated program oversight.
Are there remote project program manager jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 26% of project program manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves documentation, stakeholder coordination, and reporting that translates well to distributed work. The most fully remote postings tend to come from technology and financial services firms, while construction, healthcare operations, and government IT contracts are more likely to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a project program manager in New York with little or no experience?
Starting as a project coordinator or business analyst is the most realistic entry point, since these roles exist at scale inside New York's large banks, hospital networks, and city agencies. Institutions like NYC Health + Hospitals and large financial firms regularly bring in coordinators with no prior program management title but a Certified Associate in Project Management credential or a demonstrated ability to manage tasks and timelines. Building that credential before applying gives a clear signal of intent and makes up for limited years of direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to project program manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to project program manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's major hiring markets. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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