Project Specialist Jobs in California

Project Specialist jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Salesforce, and Lockheed Martin maintain large project teams across healthcare, technology, and defense contracting. The role covers a wide range of specialties in California, with the strongest demand in IT project coordination, construction and infrastructure oversight, and healthcare operations. California is among the most active markets in the country for this position, with openings at every level from junior coordinator to senior specialist. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles80
Top employerL3Harris
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring42
Work type56% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Construction Project Estimator - Vibration Isolation Specialist
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Construction Project Estimator - Vibration Isolation Specialist
ISAT Total Support
La Mirada, California
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
$20 - $30/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Project Support Specialist
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Project Support Specialist
Stanford University
Stanford, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$40.1 - $47.04/hr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Project Specialist
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Project Specialist
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$30.25 - $31/hr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Real Estate Project Specialist
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Real Estate Project Specialist
County of Sonoma (CA)
Santa Rosa, California
Business Analysis
Investment Operations
Master's degree

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Executive Operations and Project Specialist
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Executive Operations and Project Specialist
California State Polytechnic University Pomona
Pomona, California
Business Strategy
Program Management
Project Management
$4,687 - $11k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Project Specialist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
9 jobs
Canoga Park
5 jobs
Irvine
4 jobs
San Jose
4 jobs
Brea
2 jobs
Pomona
2 jobs
Oakland
2 jobs
San Ramon
2 jobs

Project Specialist Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

L3Harris4 open roles
Booz Allen Hamilton3 open roles
Keck Medicine of USC3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project specialist jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field required
  • Two or more years of project coordination or operations experience preferred
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, Jira, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Familiarity with California-regulated industries such as healthcare, construction, or utilities

Project Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project specialist in California?

Most project specialist roles in California require a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, communications, or a closely related field. While there is no state-issued license specific to the title, many California employers in construction and healthcare expect candidates to hold a Project Management Professional credential or a Certified Associate in Project Management designation from PMI. Building experience in a coordinator or analyst role within a California industry such as tech, healthcare, or defense is the most direct path.

Which companies hire project specialists in California?

Companies currently hiring project specialists in California include L3Harris, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Keck Medicine of USC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of large healthcare systems, defense contractors, and technology headquarters means demand for project specialists is spread across multiple industries rather than a single sector.

Which California cities have the most project specialist jobs?

The cities with the most project specialist openings in California are Los Angeles, San Diego, and Canoga Park. The distribution reflects where California's largest employer clusters are located, with Los Angeles anchored by entertainment, aerospace, and healthcare, San Francisco driven by technology and financial services, and San Diego supported by defense, biotech, and government contracting.

Are there remote project specialist jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles, because much of the work involves coordination, documentation, and communication rather than physical presence. About 44% of project specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's desk-based nature. Work that is most likely to stay remote includes IT project coordination and administrative program management, while construction and facilities-facing roles remain primarily on-site.

How can I get hired as a project specialist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project specialist role from an adjacent position such as project coordinator, administrative analyst, or operations associate, titles that large California employers like Kaiser Permanente, county government agencies, and UC system campuses use as stepping stones. Many California healthcare systems and technology companies run associate or rotational programs designed for candidates without direct project management experience. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential and building a portfolio of coordinated work, even from internships or volunteer initiatives, gives candidates a clear edge in California's competitive market.

Where can I find and apply to project specialist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to project specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.

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