Senior Project Management Jobs in Texas

Senior Project Management jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, energy, healthcare, and technology sectors, with openings at every level from associate project manager through senior program director. The largest hiring metros are Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where companies like Jacobs Engineering, Fluor Corporation, and Dell Technologies maintain deep, ongoing project management workforces. The most in-demand specialties are infrastructure and capital projects, IT transformation, and oil and gas facilities development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles35
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityFort Worth, TX
Cities hiring12
Work type57% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Optum
Senior Project Manager - Medicare Stars, Quality, and Pop Health Management - Kelsey Seybold Clinic
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Senior Project Manager - Medicare Stars, Quality, and Pop Health Management - Kelsey Seybold Clinic
Optum
Pearland, Texas
Business Operations
Performance Marketing
Project Management
$92k - $164k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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CobbFendley
Senior Resident Project Representative, Construction Management
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Senior Resident Project Representative, Construction Management
CobbFendley
Houston, Texas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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USAA
Project Management Senior – Life Company
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Project Management Senior – Life Company
USAA
San Antonio, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$94k - $179k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Lockheed Martin
Project Management & Planning Operations Rep Sr Stf - E5
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Project Management & Planning Operations Rep Sr Stf - E5
Lockheed Martin
Fort Worth, Texas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$129k - $240k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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CVS Health
Senior Manager, Project Management (Supplemental Health)
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Senior Manager, Project Management (Supplemental Health)
CVS Health
Austin, Texas
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$68k - $183k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Project Management Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Worth
7 jobs
Houston
6 jobs
Austin
5 jobs
Irving
4 jobs
Plano
3 jobs
Grand Prairie
3 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Dallas
1 job
Pearland
1 job

Senior Project Management Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin11
  • Capital One
    Capital One3
  • LTM Limited
    LTM Limited3
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health2
  • RWE
    RWE1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Insurance
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior project management jobs across Texas.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification issued or recognized through PMI required
  • Seven or more years of end-to-end project management experience in energy, construction, or technology
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules on multi-million-dollar Texas capital projects
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams of ten or more across multiple Texas site locations
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or Smartsheet
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, construction management, or a related technical field

Senior Project Management Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior project management in Texas?

The clearest path is earning a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or business, then accumulating several years of progressively responsible project work before pursuing the Project Management Professional certification through PMI. Texas has no state-issued license exclusive to project managers, but the PMP is the de facto credential most Texas employers require for senior roles. Industries like oil and gas and heavy construction additionally value licenses such as a Professional Engineer designation.

How much do senior project managements make in Texas?

Senior project managements in Texas earn a median of about $98,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,460 for the lowest 10% to over $162,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior project managements in Texas?

Employers hiring senior project managements in Texas right now include Lockheed Martin, Capital One, and LTM Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of energy infrastructure, defense contractors, and large health systems means demand is broad and consistent across both private and public sector employers throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most senior project management jobs?

Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin hold the most senior project management openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth draws heavy demand from corporate headquarters, technology firms, and healthcare systems, Houston's energy and petrochemical industry drives consistent capital project work, and Austin's rapid technology sector growth has generated a strong pipeline of IT and infrastructure project management roles.

Are there remote senior project management jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 43% of senior project management openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication that can be done off-site. The portions most suited to remote work are IT transformation and program governance, while construction and energy facilities projects typically require regular on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a senior project management in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project coordinator or project administrator at a large Texas employer such as a major hospital system, an energy company, or a general contractor, then building toward the PMP. Firms like Jacobs and Fluor run structured development programs for early-career project professionals. Earning a CAPM certification through PMI and completing a Texas-based internship or co-op in construction management or IT strengthens a candidate's profile before pursuing senior roles.

Where can I find and apply to senior project management jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to senior project management jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including energy, construction, healthcare, and technology. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly through the listings.

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