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How much do associate project leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate project leader in Virginia is $30.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.00 and $35.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Associate Project Leaders?

Associate Project Leaders are professionals who assist in planning, executing, and closing projects under the guidance of a Project Leader or Manager. They help coordinate project activities, manage timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure project deliverables are met within scope, budget, and schedule. Associate Project Leaders often serve as a bridge between team members and upper management, helping to resolve issues and keep the project on track. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience in project management and develop leadership skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Project Leader, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Project Leader, you need strong project management skills, organizational abilities, and typically a bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Trello, and sometimes a certification like CAPM or PMP, is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These skills are crucial for delivering projects on time, within scope, and ensuring team alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

What is the difference between Associate Project Leader vs Project Coordinator?

AspectAssociate Project LeaderProject Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, relevant certifications (e.g., PMP)Bachelor's degree often preferred, certifications less common
Work EnvironmentInvolved in project planning, execution, and team coordinationFocuses on administrative tasks, scheduling, and communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries like construction, IT, and engineeringCommon across various industries for project support roles

The Associate Project Leader typically has more responsibility in project execution and team leadership compared to a Project Coordinator, who mainly handles administrative and logistical tasks. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but the Associate Project Leader often participates more actively in decision-making and project management processes.

How does an Associate Project Leader typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As an Associate Project Leader, you will frequently coordinate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, marketing, finance, and operations to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule. This involves facilitating regular meetings, clearly communicating project goals, tracking progress, and addressing any roadblocks that arise. Effective collaboration requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as you’ll often need to gather input from various stakeholders and align team efforts with overall project objectives.
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Infographic showing various Associate Project Leader job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,503 per year, or $30 per hour.
Senior Associate, Project Accounting

Senior Associate, Project Accounting

Capital One

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Capital One rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 144 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 150 rated banks

Job description

Senior Associate, Project Accounting

Does the idea of working with professional, highly trained accountants inspire you? Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute to the team, along with the opportunity to grow into a leader? Would you like to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded, all while having a work-life balance? If so, opportunities for professional and personal fulfillment in a dynamic, progressive organization await you at Capital One!
We are seeking a highly motivated accountant to join the Controllers Group as a Senior Accounting Associate with a focus on project execution. You will be responsible for managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast paced, time sensitive environment. The Controllers Group supports the financial implementation of new products, services, and systems with countless opportunities for knowledge growth.
Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a main point of contact and own various projects in the pipeline, that impact Retail Bank Accounting, from the planning phase through delivery and stabilization

  • Lead and assist in the development, testing and implementation of project requirements

  • Collaborate with several teams across the organization on various corporate initiatives

  • Facilitate the consistent use of the Agile methodology for delivering projects

  • Present results, findings, risks and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders, with guidance

  • Contribute to process improvements through project development and knowledge sharing with a well governed mindset

  • Participate in key corporate projects such as technology and data transformation, process improvement, business initiatives, and system upgrades

  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve issues and stay connected on process or product changes


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or military experience

  • At least 1 year of Accounting, or Finance, or Audit experience


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of experience in banking or reconciliation

  • 1+ years of Agile project management experience

  • 1+ years of experience in personal computer skills and general financial system knowledge

  • 2+ years of accounting, finance, or audit experience

  • 2+ years of experience in banking or reconciliation

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)


At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $96,500 - $110,100 for Sr. Associate, Accounting


Richmond, VA: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Associate, Accounting


Wilmington, DE: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Associate, Accounting









Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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