Project Program Manager Jobs in Ohio
Project Program Manager jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with strong concentrations in aerospace and defense, healthcare systems, financial services, and manufacturing technology across the state, at every level from associate program coordinator through senior program director. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, and well-established employers like Nationwide, Cleveland Clinic, and Procter and Gamble maintain a consistent need for project program managers who can handle complex cross-functional initiatives. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio listings include IT program management, infrastructure delivery, and enterprise transformation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Burns & McDonnell is proud to be the market leader in providing program management services to the electric utility industry. As our clients focus on their capital investment in the energy delivery market, Burns & McDonnell brings a seasoned team to assist them across a variety of operational roles to ensure the needed grid improvements are executed on time and on budget. The ideal candidate will have a safety-first mindset, be dedicated to making their clients and teams successful, and take an entrepreneurial approach to their job. As programs are an extension of our clients day-to-day operations, roles within the program management track allow for frequent, often daily, client interaction. Engineers on the program management track leverage their technical expertise and education to make informed decisions in the execution of projects on behalf of our clients.
Project managers at Burns & McDonnell are a key part of our informal leadership structure. They will be expected to mentor junior staff and lead multi-disciplinary teams in the execution of our most complex projects. In the program management organization, project managers will be relied on to support the overall development of project management capabilities through the functional leadership of day-to-day task execution. Project managers may lead specific functional areas within a larger program or lead the entirety of a smaller program working directly with our clients to provide a premier client experience.
Generally, project managers in program management will pursue job responsibilities in the following areas:
Project Management:
- Lead a cross-functional team to execute substation, transmission line, and telecommunication projects from inception through design and construction to closeout.
- Oversee 5-20 projects concurrently of varying sizes ($100k-$50M ) and voltages (4kV-765kV).
- Manage projects for schedule adherence identifying risks and requirements to successfully achieve a project’s in-service date.
- Navigate projects through client gate approval processes including presentations to senior and executive management as required by each client.
- Manage projects for financial adherence maintaining an accurate cost forecast reflecting committed and uncommitted costs for an estimate-at-completion.
- Coordinate craft labor resources with client approved vendors for construction, testing and other field activities.
- Provide regular status updates on projects by maintaining project data and routine reporting as well as meeting updates for clients.
- Lead project meetings with cost, schedule, real estate, environmental, construction and engineering resources to facilitate project execution.
Portfolio Management:
- Develop a multi-year capital expenditure plan to support client’s replacement and betterment of electric transmission and distribution assets.
- Regular interface and coordination with project sponsor organizations to determine details of proposed plans and business justification.
- Ensure synergies across projects are incorporated into the portfolio of work to prevent scope from being duplicated or performed inefficiently.
- Monitor composition of client’s capital investment allocation to align with stated subsidiary investment targets for optimal rate of return.
- Engage with project sponsors to evaluate need-by date for realistic schedules and budgets.
- Assist with creation and compilation of rate filing support for federal and state filings.
- Review tabletop engineering estimates for accuracy and scope.
- Review project change requests (scope, In-service date, etc.) and reconcile with the existing and long-range portfolio of work.
- Interface with client’s accounting group to establish financial setup for projects.
- Create analyses & reports to assist the client in tracking, coordination, and execution of projects.
- Build baseline scopes, schedules, and budgets to be released to multiple client’s stakeholders.
Outage/Construction Sequencing:
- Responsible for development of substation and transmission project construction lifecycles with focus on outage efficiency and constructability.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting specified deliverable dates and expectations.
- Analyze scoping and project documents to determine boundaries of required construction within substation and within electric grid.
- Conduct site walkdowns and project calls with project team as necessary to establish an achievable construction sequence with attainable outages.
- Analyze needed outages against adjacent outages scheduled in the area.
- Create initial outage sequence to communicate proposed construction lifecycle to project team.
- Coordinate with drafting resources to create engineering-caliber drawings that document the evolution of a project from present conditions to final state and all needed incremental steps.
As part of the Burns & McDonnell team we are looking for team members that foster a culture based on our MacCulture Principles, quality, diversity, and inclusion to enhance team cohesion and camaraderie. Individuals who want to tackle new and novel challenges within the utility industry to help our clients improve the execution of capital investment work can find entrepreneurial opportunities to assist in the pursuit and expansion of our program management offerings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program and 7 years applicable experience required.
- Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office
- Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
- Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.
- E.I.T. or PE license preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Project Management
Primary Location US-OH-Akron
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 264619
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D
Description
Burns & McDonnell is proud to be the market leader in providing program management services to the electric utility industry. As our clients focus on their capital investment in the energy delivery market, Burns & McDonnell brings a seasoned team to assist them across a variety of operational roles to ensure the needed grid improvements are executed on time and on budget. The ideal candidate will have a safety-first mindset, be dedicated to making their clients and teams successful, and take an entrepreneurial approach to their job. As programs are an extension of our clients day-to-day operations, roles within the program management track allow for frequent, often daily, client interaction. Engineers on the program management track leverage their technical expertise and education to make informed decisions in the execution of projects on behalf of our clients.
Project managers at Burns & McDonnell are a key part of our informal leadership structure. They will be expected to mentor junior staff and lead multi-disciplinary teams in the execution of our most complex projects. In the program management organization, project managers will be relied on to support the overall development of project management capabilities through the functional leadership of day-to-day task execution. Project managers may lead specific functional areas within a larger program or lead the entirety of a smaller program working directly with our clients to provide a premier client experience.
Generally, project managers in program management will pursue job responsibilities in the following areas:
Project Management:
- Lead a cross-functional team to execute substation, transmission line, and telecommunication projects from inception through design and construction to closeout.
- Oversee 5-20 projects concurrently of varying sizes ($100k-$50M ) and voltages (4kV-765kV).
- Manage projects for schedule adherence identifying risks and requirements to successfully achieve a project’s in-service date.
- Navigate projects through client gate approval processes including presentations to senior and executive management as required by each client.
- Manage projects for financial adherence maintaining an accurate cost forecast reflecting committed and uncommitted costs for an estimate-at-completion.
- Coordinate craft labor resources with client approved vendors for construction, testing and other field activities.
- Provide regular status updates on projects by maintaining project data and routine reporting as well as meeting updates for clients.
- Lead project meetings with cost, schedule, real estate, environmental, construction and engineering resources to facilitate project execution.
Portfolio Management:
- Develop a multi-year capital expenditure plan to support client’s replacement and betterment of electric transmission and distribution assets.
- Regular interface and coordination with project sponsor organizations to determine details of proposed plans and business justification.
- Ensure synergies across projects are incorporated into the portfolio of work to prevent scope from being duplicated or performed inefficiently.
- Monitor composition of client’s capital investment allocation to align with stated subsidiary investment targets for optimal rate of return.
- Engage with project sponsors to evaluate need-by date for realistic schedules and budgets.
- Assist with creation and compilation of rate filing support for federal and state filings.
- Review tabletop engineering estimates for accuracy and scope.
- Review project change requests (scope, In-service date, etc.) and reconcile with the existing and long-range portfolio of work.
- Interface with client’s accounting group to establish financial setup for projects.
- Create analyses & reports to assist the client in tracking, coordination, and execution of projects.
- Build baseline scopes, schedules, and budgets to be released to multiple client’s stakeholders.
Outage/Construction Sequencing:
- Responsible for development of substation and transmission project construction lifecycles with focus on outage efficiency and constructability.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting specified deliverable dates and expectations.
- Analyze scoping and project documents to determine boundaries of required construction within substation and within electric grid.
- Conduct site walkdowns and project calls with project team as necessary to establish an achievable construction sequence with attainable outages.
- Analyze needed outages against adjacent outages scheduled in the area.
- Create initial outage sequence to communicate proposed construction lifecycle to project team.
- Coordinate with drafting resources to create engineering-caliber drawings that document the evolution of a project from present conditions to final state and all needed incremental steps.
As part of the Burns & McDonnell team we are looking for team members that foster a culture based on our MacCulture Principles, quality, diversity, and inclusion to enhance team cohesion and camaraderie. Individuals who want to tackle new and novel challenges within the utility industry to help our clients improve the execution of capital investment work can find entrepreneurial opportunities to assist in the pursuit and expansion of our program management offerings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program and 7 years applicable experience required.
- Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office
- Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
- Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.
- E.I.T. or PE license preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Project Management
Primary Location US-OH-Akron
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 264619
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D
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- PMP certification or equivalent credential recognized by Ohio employers required
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related technical field
- Five or more years managing complex, cross-functional programs from initiation through closeout
- Demonstrated experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery frameworks
- Proficiency in project management platforms such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Jira
- Strong stakeholder communication and executive-level reporting experience
Project Program Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project program manager in Ohio?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or information technology combined with the Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute. Ohio has no state-issued license for project program managers, so the PMP is the closest industry-standard credential employers look for. Candidates who start in project coordinator or analyst roles at Ohio healthcare systems, manufacturers, or financial services firms typically build the experience hours needed to qualify for the PMP exam and move into program management.
How much do project program managers make in Ohio?
Project program managers in Ohio earn a median of about $95,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,280 for the lowest 10% to over $160,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project program managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring project program managers in Ohio right now include DHL, HII, and Aptiv, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's mix of large healthcare networks, insurance and financial headquarters, aerospace contractors, and consumer goods companies means program management roles appear across a wide range of industries rather than concentrating in one sector.
Which Ohio cities have the most project program manager jobs?
Columbus, Akron, and Maumee are the cities with the most project program manager openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through its dense concentration of insurance, financial services, and technology company headquarters, while Cleveland's healthcare and manufacturing base and Cincinnati's consumer goods and logistics employers generate consistent demand across those metros.
Are there remote project program manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields, since project program management is primarily a coordination and communication role that travels well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 0% of project program manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed Ohio's corporate and technology employers are. Program phases focused on planning, reporting, and stakeholder alignment tend to be the most compatible with fully remote work.
How can I get hired as a project program manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a project coordinator or PMO analyst role, which large Ohio employers like Cleveland Clinic, Nationwide, and Huntington National Bank regularly post as early-career positions. From there, candidates build the documented project hours needed to eventually sit for the PMP exam. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management designation first signals commitment to the field and gives candidates an edge over other applicants who are also light on formal program management experience.
Where can I find and apply to project program manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to project program manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search for roles by city or specialty, find the ones that fit your experience level and industry focus, and apply directly through the listing.
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