Project Specialist Jobs in Georgia

Project Specialist jobs in Georgia are concentrated in healthcare administration, technology services, construction management, and government contracting, with hiring active at every level from coordinator to senior program lead. Atlanta anchors the market, but Savannah and Augusta each support steady demand tied to logistics, defense, and healthcare systems. Organizations like Northside Hospital, NCR Voyix, and Jacobs Engineering maintain ongoing project specialist hiring across the state, with the most in-demand specialties in IT project coordination, healthcare operations, and infrastructure delivery. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top employerEmory University
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring11
Work type45% Remote
Top industryConstruction

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McKinsey & Company
Project Management Specialist - Delivery Assurance
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McKinsey & Company
New 13h ago
Project Management Specialist - Delivery Assurance
McKinsey & Company
Atlanta, Georgia
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business

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Emory University
Project Support Specialist, Polio Eradication Surge Capacity Support Team - The Global Task Force for Global Health
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Emory University
New 22h ago
Project Support Specialist, Polio Eradication Surge Capacity Support Team - The Global Task Force for Global Health
Emory University
Decatur, Georgia
Data Analytics
Data Science
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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EDG Inc
Project Controls Specialist III
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EDG Inc
Added 1d ago
Project Controls Specialist III
EDG Inc
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Convergint
Fire Alarm Project Specialist 2 - Savannah, GA
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Convergint
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Fire Alarm Project Specialist 2 - Savannah, GA
Convergint
Savannah, Georgia
Logistics & Inventory
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$25.35 - $36.74/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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SGS
Project Specialist
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SGS
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Project Specialist
SGS
Suwanee, Georgia
Business Strategy
Product Management
$50k - $55k/yr
10,000+

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Project Specialist Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
10 jobs
Buford
2 jobs
Decatur
2 jobs
Savannah
2 jobs
Duluth
1 job
Augusta
1 job
Calhoun
1 job
Hampton
1 job
Suwanee
1 job

Project Specialist Job Market in Georgia

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

Who's Hiring

Emory University
Emory University3 open roles
Convergint
Convergint2 open roles
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Medical Devices
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Georgia Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, management, engineering, or a related field
  • Two or more years of project coordination or program support experience
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
  • Experience supporting project budgets, schedules, and status reporting for stakeholders

Project Specialist Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project specialist in Georgia?

Most Georgia employers require a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a closely related field. Georgia has no state-issued license for project specialists, but earning a PMP or CAPM credential through the Project Management Institute is widely expected for mid-level roles. Many candidates build toward these roles through coordinator or administrative positions at Georgia's large healthcare systems, technology firms, or government contractors before moving into specialist-level work.

Which companies hire project specialists in Georgia?

Georgia project specialist roles are posted by Emory University, Convergint, and Burns & McDonnell and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, major hospital networks, and federal contractors means project specialist demand stays broad across industries year-round.

Which Georgia cities have the most project specialist jobs?

Atlanta, Buford, and Decatur are the Georgia cities with the most project specialist openings right now. Atlanta's concentration of corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and technology companies drives the bulk of demand, while Savannah's port-related logistics growth and Augusta's defense and medical presence generate consistent openings outside the metro.

Are there remote project specialist jobs in Georgia?

Yes, and they're more common than in many fields, since project coordination and program support work can often be done from anywhere with reliable communication tools. About 82% of project specialist openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting steady demand from technology and consulting employers. Roles involving hands-on site oversight or regulated healthcare operations tend to require an on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or administrative analyst role first. Large Georgia employers like Wellstar Health System, Georgia Power, and SAIC regularly hire entry-level coordinators and associate project managers who support experienced leads before taking on independent responsibilities. A CAPM certification signals readiness to employers who won't consider candidates without a project management credential, and building a portfolio of documented process improvements or volunteer project work strengthens applications at Georgia's government contractors and healthcare organizations.

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

You can find and apply to project specialist jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Georgia employers across industries and metro areas. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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