Project Specialist Jobs in Alabama
Project Specialist jobs in Alabama are in steady demand, with concentrations in defense contracting, healthcare systems, and infrastructure development at every level from coordinator to senior specialist. Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile anchor most of the hiring, where employers such as Huntsville's SAIC, UAB Medicine, and Austal USA keep consistent project specialist pipelines. The most sought-after specialties in Alabama include program support for defense and government contracts, healthcare operations coordination, and construction or facilities project management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About this Role
Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a motivated and field-focused Project Safety Support Specialist to support safety performance across power generation construction, maintenance, commissioning, outage, and capital improvement projects throughout the United States. Based in Texas, this role works closely with project teams, craft personnel, and leadership to promote a strong safety culture, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and support the safe execution of complex energy infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on safety professional who enjoys being in the field, building relationships with operations teams, and driving proactive risk management initiatives across multiple project locations.
What You'll Do
- Support project-specific safety programs across power generation and industrial construction projects nationwide.
- Conduct field audits, site inspections, safety observations, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist project teams with job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning, and risk assessments.
- Promote safe work practices related to mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, and commissioning activities.
- Partner with project leadership to identify hazards and implement corrective and preventative actions.
- Support outage, turnaround, startup, and commissioning activities from a safety perspective.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, including participation in root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
- Facilitate safety orientations, toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Monitor subcontractor safety performance and support compliance with project safety requirements.
- Maintain accurate safety records, training documentation, inspection reports, and performance metrics.
- Assist with emergency response planning, drills, and site readiness activities.
- Travel extensively to active project sites throughout the United States to support field operations and reinforce Quanta Power Solutions' commitment to safety excellence.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 2+ years of safety experience within power generation, industrial construction, energy, utility, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with craft personnel, supervisors, project managers, and clients.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 75%.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification.
- CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Experience supporting gas-fired generation, combined-cycle facilities, renewable energy, battery energy storage, or industrial EPC projects.
- Knowledge of:
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Crane and Rigging Operations
- Hot Work Programs
- Electrical Safety Programs
- Heavy Equipment Operations
What You'll Get
- Competitive Compensation
- Weekly Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discount Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
About Us
About this Role
Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a motivated and field-focused Project Safety Support Specialist to support safety performance across power generation construction, maintenance, commissioning, outage, and capital improvement projects throughout the United States. Based in Texas, this role works closely with project teams, craft personnel, and leadership to promote a strong safety culture, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and support the safe execution of complex energy infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on safety professional who enjoys being in the field, building relationships with operations teams, and driving proactive risk management initiatives across multiple project locations.
What You'll Do
- Support project-specific safety programs across power generation and industrial construction projects nationwide.
- Conduct field audits, site inspections, safety observations, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to company, client, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist project teams with job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning, and risk assessments.
- Promote safe work practices related to mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, and commissioning activities.
- Partner with project leadership to identify hazards and implement corrective and preventative actions.
- Support outage, turnaround, startup, and commissioning activities from a safety perspective.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, including participation in root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
- Facilitate safety orientations, toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Monitor subcontractor safety performance and support compliance with project safety requirements.
- Maintain accurate safety records, training documentation, inspection reports, and performance metrics.
- Assist with emergency response planning, drills, and site readiness activities.
- Travel extensively to active project sites throughout the United States to support field operations and reinforce Quanta Power Solutions' commitment to safety excellence.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 2+ years of safety experience within power generation, industrial construction, energy, utility, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with craft personnel, supervisors, project managers, and clients.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 75%.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification.
- CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Experience supporting gas-fired generation, combined-cycle facilities, renewable energy, battery energy storage, or industrial EPC projects.
- Knowledge of:
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Crane and Rigging Operations
- Hot Work Programs
- Electrical Safety Programs
- Heavy Equipment Operations
What You'll Get
- Competitive Compensation
- Weekly Pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discount Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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Project Specialist Job Market in Alabama
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project specialist jobs across Alabama.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field
- Two or more years of project coordination or specialist experience
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects within deadlines and budget
- Experience working within government, defense, or regulated industry environments
Project Specialist Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project specialist in Alabama?
Most project specialist roles in Alabama require a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a closely related field, followed by direct project coordination experience. Alabama does not mandate a state-issued license for general project specialists, but earning a Project Management Professional credential or a Certified Associate in Project Management designation significantly strengthens applications. Employers in Huntsville's defense corridor and Birmingham's healthcare sector frequently treat those certifications as a practical hiring requirement.
Which companies hire project specialists in Alabama?
Companies currently hiring project specialists in Alabama include Hyundai Motor Company, Hargrove Engineers + Constructors, and JGM, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Alabama's defense, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors drive particularly consistent demand, with Huntsville's contractor ecosystem and Birmingham's hospital networks among the most active hiring environments in the state.
Which Alabama cities have the most project specialist jobs?
Birmingham, Montgomery, and Hoover post the most project specialist openings in Alabama. Huntsville leads because of its dense concentration of federal defense contractors and aerospace employers, Birmingham draws volume from its healthcare systems and corporate headquarters, and Mobile contributes through shipbuilding, port operations, and manufacturing project work.
Are there remote project specialist jobs in Alabama?
Yes, and the role accommodates remote work more than many positions because much of the work involves coordination, documentation, and reporting rather than on-site physical tasks. About 80% of project specialist openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broader trends in the field. Planning, scheduling, and stakeholder communication functions are the most likely to appear as fully remote responsibilities.
How can I get hired as a project specialist in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or program assistant role, which large Alabama employers such as UAB, Huntsville Hospital, or defense contractors like Leidos use as a pipeline for project specialists. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential gives candidates with no experience a concrete differentiator. Adjacent roles in administrative coordination, contract support, or operations analysis at Alabama state agencies or university systems also provide the documented project exposure that hiring managers expect before promoting someone to a specialist title.
Where can I find and apply to project specialist jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to project specialist jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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