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Project Management Specialists

Business & Finance ยท Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis

This profile is intended as career exploration guidance based on federal labor data. Actual job requirements, salaries, and opportunities vary by employer and location.

Entry Salary

$43โ€“53k

First 1โ€“2 years

Peak Salary

$101โ€“119k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

+5.6% ยท Faster than average

Projected growth of 5.6% from 2024 to 2034; about 78 openings projected per year.

Time to Start

4โ€“6 years

College degree typical

Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Career Ladder

1

Entry-Level Specialists

$38โ€“48k0โ€“1 year
2

Project Management Specialists

$48โ€“78k1โ€“4 years
3

Experienced Project Management Specialists

$78โ€“94k3โ€“6 years
4

Senior Project Management Specialists

$94โ€“119k7โ€“12 years
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Director of Business & Finance

$119k+12+ years

๐ŸŽฏ Why You Match

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Good fit for your timeline

This career typically requires a bachelor's degree, which matches common student preparation goals.

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