Project Specialist Jobs in South Carolina

Project Specialist jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in healthcare systems, defense contracting, and advanced manufacturing, with demand running from entry-level coordinator roles through senior program leads. The heaviest hiring is in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where employers like Prisma Health, Boeing South Carolina, and SCANA Energy have deep and ongoing project management needs. Cross-functional project coordination, process improvement, and IT project delivery are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerFluor
Top cityAiken, SC
Cities hiring9
Work type64% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Fluor Corp.
Project Controls Specialist IV
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Project Controls Specialist IV
Fluor Corp.
Aiken, South Carolina
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
$104k - $192k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Fluor Corp.
Senior Project Controls Specialist
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Senior Project Controls Specialist
Fluor Corp.
Aiken, South Carolina
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
$120k - $223k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Connections Education
Counseling Specialist (Term of Project) - Lowcountry Connections Academy
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Counseling Specialist (Term of Project) - Lowcountry Connections Academy
Connections Education
Summerville, South Carolina
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
Experience working with high schoolers
501-1,000

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Fluor Corp.
8493-Project Controls Specialist IV-Aiken
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8493-Project Controls Specialist IV-Aiken
Fluor Corp.
Aiken, South Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$104k - $192k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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The Building People
Facilities Mechanical/HVAC Project Specialist
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Facilities Mechanical/HVAC Project Specialist
The Building People
Columbia, South Carolina
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$70k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Project Specialist Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Aiken
10 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Greenville
2 jobs
Anderson
1 job
Piedmont
1 job
Blythewood
1 job
Spartanburg
1 job
Summerville
1 job
North Charleston
1 job

Project Specialist Job Market in South Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

Fluor
Fluor9 open roles
Convergint
Convergint2 open roles
Connections Education
Connections Education2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software

What South Carolina Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field required
  • Two or more years of project coordination or program support experience
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet
  • PMP or CAPM certification preferred or required by many South Carolina employers
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
  • Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder reporting in a project environment

Project Specialist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project specialist in South Carolina?

Most project specialist roles in South Carolina require at least a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, information systems, or a related field. South Carolina does not issue a state-specific license for project specialists, so employers rely heavily on credentials like the PMP or CAPM from the Project Management Institute. Candidates who pair a relevant degree with hands-on coordinator experience at South Carolina healthcare systems, defense contractors, or manufacturers are the most competitive.

Which companies hire project specialists in South Carolina?

South Carolina project specialist roles are posted by Fluor, Convergint, and Connections Education and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. South Carolina's mix of large health networks, aerospace manufacturers, and state government agencies keeps demand for project specialists broad and relatively consistent throughout the year.

Which South Carolina cities have the most project specialist jobs?

Aiken, Columbia, and Greenville have the most project specialist openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads as the state capital and home to major healthcare and government employers, Charleston draws demand from Boeing and a growing technology sector, and Greenville reflects the concentration of advanced manufacturing and international corporate operations in the Upstate region.

Are there remote project specialist jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 36% of project specialist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and coordination-heavy nature of the work. IT project management, program support, and administrative project roles are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while roles tied to manufacturing or on-site operations typically require in-person presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or administrative coordinator role, which South Carolina health systems like Prisma Health and MUSC and large manufacturers like BMW in Spartanburg use as pipeline positions. A CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute signals initiative and gives candidates without a formal project history a concrete credential. Moving laterally from roles in operations support, procurement, or program administration is another well-worn path into project specialist work across the state.

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

You can find and apply to project specialist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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