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Project Management Specialists

Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer.

Median salary

$100,750

Typical range

$60k – $166k

Job outlook

+6% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: Bachelor's degree

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Typical progression

  1. Project Management Specialists Intern

    Internship

    $36,000

    ~4 mos to advance

  2. Junior Project Management Specialists

    Entry / Junior

    $59,830

    ~2 yrs to advance

  3. Project Management Specialists

    Established

    $100,750

    ~3 yrs to advance

  4. Senior Project Management Specialists

    Senior

    $133,270

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