Project Specialist Jobs in Colorado

Project Specialist jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where employers across aerospace, defense, healthcare, and technology maintain large project teams at every level from coordinator to senior specialist. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Centura Health, and Ball Corporation are among the most active Colorado employers hiring project specialists on an ongoing basis. The most in-demand specialties are IT project coordination, construction project management, and healthcare operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerEchoStar
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring11
Work type50% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Administrative Support Specialist III - Project Delivery
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Administrative Support Specialist III - Project Delivery
TI Verbatim Consulting
Lakewood, Colorado
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$32.7 - $37/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Project Management Specialist I
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Project Management Specialist I
Honeywell
Arvada, Colorado
Program Management
Project Management
$64k - $80k/yr
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Project Controls Specialist - Michels Power, Inc.
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Project Controls Specialist - Michels Power, Inc.
Michels
Fort Collins, Colorado
Civil & Structural Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$65k - $85k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Material Project Specialist-2
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Material Project Specialist-2
Trane Technologies
Pueblo, Colorado
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
10,000+

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Project Specialist Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
6 jobs
Colorado Springs
3 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Englewood
2 jobs
Arvada
1 job
Aurora
1 job
Pueblo
1 job
Boulder
1 job
Centennial
1 job

Project Specialist Job Market in Colorado

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

Who's Hiring

EchoStar2 open roles
Primoris Services Corporation2 open roles
QTS1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Colorado Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field required
  • Two or more years of experience coordinating or managing projects end to end
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet
  • PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional stakeholder updates
  • Experience working within regulated industries such as aerospace, healthcare, or government contracting

Project Specialist Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project specialist in Colorado?

Most Colorado employers expect a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a closely related field combined with hands-on project coordination experience. Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as a project specialist, but earning a Project Management Professional or Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute significantly strengthens a candidate's standing in the Denver and Colorado Springs markets where competition is highest.

Which companies hire project specialists in Colorado?

Colorado project specialist roles are posted by EchoStar, Primoris Services Corporation, and QTS and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of aerospace primes, regional health systems, and fast-growing technology firms keeps demand for project specialists consistent throughout the year.

Which Colorado cities have the most project specialist jobs?

Denver, Colorado Springs, and Lakewood account for the largest share of project specialist openings in Colorado. Denver drives the bulk of demand as the state's commercial and government contracting hub, while Colorado Springs reflects strong aerospace and defense employer presence, and Boulder's technology and research sectors generate a steady stream of project coordination roles.

Are there remote project specialist jobs in Colorado?

Yes, and more than many fields. Project specialists who focus on IT systems, software rollouts, or data-driven operations are well suited to remote work, and Colorado's technology sector has embraced flexible arrangements. About 50% of project specialist openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the coordination work happens over digital tools. Roles tied to construction sites, laboratory environments, or regulated facilities are more likely to require an on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a project specialist in Colorado 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, which large Colorado employers like UCHealth, Lockheed Martin, and the Colorado Department of Transportation actively post as stepping stones. Completing a CAPM certification demonstrates project management fluency without requiring years of experience, and applied work through Colorado university project management programs or volunteer coordination roles builds a portfolio that hiring managers notice.

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

You can find and apply to project specialist jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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