Senior Project Management Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
Senior Project Management jobs in Salt Lake City are concentrated in the downtown business district, Sugar House, and the Cottonwood Heights corridor, with strong demand across technology, healthcare, and financial services. Employers hiring right now include University of Utah, Goldman Sachs, and L3Harris. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerUniversity of Utah
Work type50% Remote
Top credentialBachelor's degree in finance
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Research Data Management Assistant
University of Utah·Salt Lake City, Utah
Job functions:
Part Time
10,000+ employees
Job Description
The Marriott Library is seeking a student to work closely with Open Scholarship and Data Services as an assistant for Research Data Management. This position will allow the hired student to gain hands-on experience working with research data from a variety of disciplines and learning about data management, curation, and documentation with an emphasis on open science. It is an especially helpful opportunity for students interested in research and/or information science, as well as those interested in pursuing a career in data analytics, data engineering, or data governance.
The hired student will primarily serve as an assistant with our research data repository, The Hive (https://hive.utah.edu/). Working in collaboration with the library’s two research data librarians, specific projects will include reviewing and helping to curate new data deposits, normalizing metadata, and mapping legacy metadata onto our new interface, including checking and updating metadata records and README files for internal consistency. The hired student will also have opportunities to assist with reporting related to The Hive and other research data management services. Experience working with APIs is a plus.
This work must be done on-site at the Marriott Library. The work schedule will be set to accommodate the student’s course schedule.
For the Library to be able to appropriately monitor hours worked, part-time employees are generally asked to restrict their work with the University of Utah to Library employment only, unless an exception is granted.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing and helping to curate incoming research data deposits for the University of Utah’s research data repository, The Hive.
- Normalizing metadata and mapping legacy metadata onto the repository’s new interface.
- Checking and updating metadata and README files to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Assisting with reporting, analytics, and generating data visualizations related to The Hive and other research data management services.
- Additional responsibilities dependent on the hired student’s qualifications and interests, which may include utilizing APIs or supporting other research data services initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
- Experience in working with data, data analytics, and reporting.
- Interest in Open Science and data sharing.
- Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
- Willingness to learn new procedures and workflows.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Good English comprehension and written language skills.
- Current University of Utah student enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during the fall and spring semesters.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current University of Utah student?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Open Date
07/01/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17182N
Job Title
UU Student - Library
Working Title
Research Data Management Assistant
Career Progression Track
SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
10-15
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Specific days and times may be decided upon between the student and supervisors, between M-F and 9am-5pm
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00790 - Marriott Library - Operations
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$16.00
Close Date
08/28/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
University of Utah
Research Data Management Assistant
Salt Lake City, Utah
New 1m ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
Part Time
Job Description
The Marriott Library is seeking a student to work closely with Open Scholarship and Data Services as an assistant for Research Data Management. This position will allow the hired student to gain hands-on experience working with research data from a variety of disciplines and learning about data management, curation, and documentation with an emphasis on open science. It is an especially helpful opportunity for students interested in research and/or information science, as well as those interested in pursuing a career in data analytics, data engineering, or data governance.
The hired student will primarily serve as an assistant with our research data repository, The Hive (https://hive.utah.edu/). Working in collaboration with the library’s two research data librarians, specific projects will include reviewing and helping to curate new data deposits, normalizing metadata, and mapping legacy metadata onto our new interface, including checking and updating metadata records and README files for internal consistency. The hired student will also have opportunities to assist with reporting related to The Hive and other research data management services. Experience working with APIs is a plus.
This work must be done on-site at the Marriott Library. The work schedule will be set to accommodate the student’s course schedule.
For the Library to be able to appropriately monitor hours worked, part-time employees are generally asked to restrict their work with the University of Utah to Library employment only, unless an exception is granted.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing and helping to curate incoming research data deposits for the University of Utah’s research data repository, The Hive.
- Normalizing metadata and mapping legacy metadata onto the repository’s new interface.
- Checking and updating metadata and README files to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Assisting with reporting, analytics, and generating data visualizations related to The Hive and other research data management services.
- Additional responsibilities dependent on the hired student’s qualifications and interests, which may include utilizing APIs or supporting other research data services initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
- Experience in working with data, data analytics, and reporting.
- Interest in Open Science and data sharing.
- Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
- Willingness to learn new procedures and workflows.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Good English comprehension and written language skills.
- Current University of Utah student enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during the fall and spring semesters.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current University of Utah student?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Open Date
07/01/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17182N
Job Title
UU Student - Library
Working Title
Research Data Management Assistant
Career Progression Track
SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
10-15
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Specific days and times may be decided upon between the student and supervisors, between M-F and 9am-5pm
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00790 - Marriott Library - Operations
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$16.00
Close Date
08/28/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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Who's Hiring
- University of Utah6
- Goldman Sachs5
- L3Harris2
- CVS Health2
- Ryder System2
Top Industries Hiring
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- Banking & Financial Services4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Insurance2
Senior Project Management Jobs in Salt Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior project management job in Salt Lake City?
Focus your search on Salt Lake City's technology sector in the downtown core, the healthcare systems anchored along the Wasatch Front, and the financial services firms clustered in the Central Business District. Candidates with PMP certification and experience managing cross-functional teams in regulated industries stand out locally. Networking through the Salt Lake City chapter of PMI and targeting mid-size tech companies in the Silicon Slopes adjacent market gives you a concrete edge.
Which companies hire senior project managements in Salt Lake City?
Employers hiring senior project managements in Salt Lake City right now include University of Utah, Goldman Sachs, and L3Harris, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Salt Lake City's hiring base is a mix of large healthcare systems, regional banks, and technology companies ranging from established enterprises to growth-stage software firms.
Are there remote senior project management jobs in Salt Lake City?
Yes, though availability depends on the industry, since roles tied to construction, healthcare operations, or on-site program delivery tend to require in-person presence while software and enterprise IT project management positions are frequently hybrid or fully remote. About 58% of senior project management openings tied to Salt Lake City are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. Technology and SaaS companies in the greater Salt Lake City market account for the largest share of those flexible arrangements.
How can I get a senior project management job in Salt Lake City with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Salt Lake City is moving into a project coordinator or junior program manager role at one of the city's mid-size technology companies or large healthcare systems, where internal promotion pathways are well established. Pursuing a PMP or CAPM credential signals commitment to Salt Lake City employers who prioritize structured methodology. Volunteering to lead process improvement initiatives at your current employer and targeting associate PM openings at fintech and health tech firms in the downtown corridor are concrete first steps.
Which industries hire the most senior project managements in Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City senior project management roles concentrate in Education, Investment & Asset Management, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Salt Lake City's status as a regional hub for technology startups, Intermountain-area healthcare networks, and growing financial services operations keeps sustained demand for experienced project leaders across all three sectors.
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