Remote Design Project Manager Jobs
Remote design project manager jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, distributed product teams, and digital agencies all hiring for this role. Sectors including tech, e-commerce, and professional services are driving the bulk of remote openings, and employers like Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, Baxter & Woodman, and Olsson are posting right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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THE POSITION
Do you enjoy leading teams in the planning and design of capital projects? DGS Capital Programs provides expert project management and professional technical guidance to state agencies to delivery capital projects on time and within budget. Work alongside project managers that promote a fun, creative and open-minded environment focused on continuous improvement and maximizing value.
Join our team and manage a variety of facility renovations, infrastructure improvements and new construction projects that support the Commonwealth's Capitol complex, universities, hospitals, museums, correctional institutions, national guard readiness centers, state police, and parks and forests throughout Pennsylvania. Come join the DGS team, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Design Project Manager leads planning and design efforts for capital construction projects and helps project teams deliver quality results for client agencies. This role manages project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communication while guiding work through the project delivery process. As a Design Project Manager, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Leadership: Guide multidisciplinary teams through pre-design, design, and procurement activities while communicating progress and managing stakeholder expectations
- Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, maintain cost forecasts, track schedule performance, and develop action plans when issues arise
- Contract Coordination: Administer contracts, procure consultants, support professional selections, and coordinate project agreements and requirements
- Risk Control: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement change management procedures for scope, schedule, and budget adjustments
- Quality Oversight: Review design deliverables, support quality assurance efforts, and help ensure projects meet established standards and client needs
- Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate meetings, present project information, onboard team members, and build strong collaboration among project participants
- Full-time employment. Worksite to be determined prior to final offer.
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Work schedule start and end times are flexible and are established with the employee during the hiring process.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Starting salary may be negotiable based on experienced, within the range described in this announcement.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- Six years of professional building design, construction administration, or construction management experience for renovations and new construction for commercial, institutional, or educational buildings, and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, construction science, or a closely related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- This position requires possession of a valid license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, Professional Land Surveyor, or Professional Geologist by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a reciprocal jurisdiction; or possession of valid professional level certification issued by a nationally recognized and accredited professional certification program in Master Level of Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience managing building or infrastructure construction projects, including coordinating with multidisciplinary teams of clients, architects, engineers, construction managers, and contractors.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience preparing for and leading project meetings with teams of clients, architects, engineers, construction managers, and contractors.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience creating project schedules for the planning and design phases of building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience developing and reviewing cost estimates for building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must have at least 4 years of experience working with clients and other stakeholders to develop program documents for building projects that include things like the scope of work, project requirements, anticipated permits, and a list of services and deliverables.
- You must have at least 4 years of experience developing risk registers to identify, assess, and mitigate risks on building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must have at least 4 years of experience using any Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as Trimble Unity Construct or closely related product to manage building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
THE POSITION
Do you enjoy leading teams in the planning and design of capital projects? DGS Capital Programs provides expert project management and professional technical guidance to state agencies to delivery capital projects on time and within budget. Work alongside project managers that promote a fun, creative and open-minded environment focused on continuous improvement and maximizing value.
Join our team and manage a variety of facility renovations, infrastructure improvements and new construction projects that support the Commonwealth's Capitol complex, universities, hospitals, museums, correctional institutions, national guard readiness centers, state police, and parks and forests throughout Pennsylvania. Come join the DGS team, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Design Project Manager leads planning and design efforts for capital construction projects and helps project teams deliver quality results for client agencies. This role manages project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communication while guiding work through the project delivery process. As a Design Project Manager, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Leadership: Guide multidisciplinary teams through pre-design, design, and procurement activities while communicating progress and managing stakeholder expectations
- Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, maintain cost forecasts, track schedule performance, and develop action plans when issues arise
- Contract Coordination: Administer contracts, procure consultants, support professional selections, and coordinate project agreements and requirements
- Risk Control: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement change management procedures for scope, schedule, and budget adjustments
- Quality Oversight: Review design deliverables, support quality assurance efforts, and help ensure projects meet established standards and client needs
- Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate meetings, present project information, onboard team members, and build strong collaboration among project participants
- Full-time employment. Worksite to be determined prior to final offer.
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Work schedule start and end times are flexible and are established with the employee during the hiring process.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Starting salary may be negotiable based on experienced, within the range described in this announcement.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- Six years of professional building design, construction administration, or construction management experience for renovations and new construction for commercial, institutional, or educational buildings, and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, construction science, or a closely related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- This position requires possession of a valid license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, Professional Land Surveyor, or Professional Geologist by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a reciprocal jurisdiction; or possession of valid professional level certification issued by a nationally recognized and accredited professional certification program in Master Level of Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience managing building or infrastructure construction projects, including coordinating with multidisciplinary teams of clients, architects, engineers, construction managers, and contractors.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience preparing for and leading project meetings with teams of clients, architects, engineers, construction managers, and contractors.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience creating project schedules for the planning and design phases of building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must have at least 6 years of experience developing and reviewing cost estimates for building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must have at least 4 years of experience working with clients and other stakeholders to develop program documents for building projects that include things like the scope of work, project requirements, anticipated permits, and a list of services and deliverables.
- You must have at least 4 years of experience developing risk registers to identify, assess, and mitigate risks on building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must have at least 4 years of experience using any Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as Trimble Unity Construct or closely related product to manage building and infrastructure construction projects.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote design project manager jobs.
- 3-5 years managing design projects across cross-functional teams including engineering and product
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Monday.com, or Smartsheet
- Experience managing timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for creative deliverables
- Familiarity with design workflows and tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite
- Bachelor's degree in design, communications, business, or a related field
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Remote Design Project Manager Job Search
Show async communication skills upfront
Remote design project managers live in written handoffs, Slack threads, and recorded updates rather than hallway conversations. Include examples in your resume or cover letter of how you kept distributed teams aligned without real-time check-ins, naming the tools and cadence you used.
Build a portfolio around delivered remote projects
Remote hiring managers want evidence that design work crossed the finish line under your coordination, not just that you were involved. Document timelines, stakeholder counts, and outcomes for each project, and make that portfolio easy to share as a link before the first interview.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote design project manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through mixed results. Applying in the first few days of a posting consistently improves your chances of a response.
Prepare for remote-specific interview questions
Remote employers routinely ask how you manage blockers without in-person escalation, how you run design reviews asynchronously, and how you track creative work across time zones. Practice concrete answers with specific examples before your first screen, since these questions come up in nearly every remote hiring process for this role.
Remote Design Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote design project manager job?
Target companies built around distributed teams, since remote-first firms and digital product studios hire design project managers without requiring an office presence. Remote employers screen heavily for async written communication, the ability to keep creative work moving without in-person check-ins, and fluency with tools like Figma, Jira, and Notion. A portfolio that shows delivered design projects, clear timelines, and cross-functional coordination gives you a concrete edge.
Which companies hire remote design project managers?
Remote design project manager roles are posted by Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, Baxter & Woodman, and Olsson and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first tech companies, distributed digital agencies, and SaaS product teams are among the most consistent sources of these openings.
Can you get a remote design project manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage work independently from day one without office support. Smaller remote-first startups and agencies are more open to candidates without a full resume, especially if you can show a self-directed freelance project, a volunteer design coordination effort, or a portfolio piece that demonstrates scope management. Certifications in project management and demonstrated comfort with async tools help open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote design project manager jobs?
Not always. Remote employers for this role weigh your portfolio of delivered design projects, your command of project management methods like Agile or Scrum, and your ability to keep distributed creative teams aligned, often more than a specific degree. A credential like a PMP or Certified Scrum Master, combined with documented project outcomes, can substitute effectively for a formal design or business degree.
Which industries hire the most remote design project managers?
Most remote design project manager openings sit in Construction & Real Estate and Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors rely on distributed creative and product teams that need dedicated project oversight to keep design work on schedule across time zones.
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