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Gelberg Signs

Associate Project Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$55K - $68.75K/yr

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the signage project, maximizing ... Follow and help advise on established project management policies and procedures * Work with Sales ...

Cloudforce

Associate Project Manager

National Harbor, MD · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Job Title: Associate Project Manager Location: National Harbor, MD (Hybrid) Type: Full Time ... Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information to support smooth ...

NTI Connect LLC

Associate Project Manager

Manassas, VA · On-site

Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure project success. * Validate material inventories and appropriate resources are scheduled to make all job time lines. * Prepare all reports and close out ...

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How much do associate project management jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate project management in Washington is $34.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.88 and $40.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an Associate Project Manager, you need a solid understanding of project management principles, organizational skills, and often a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management software like MS Project, Asana, or Trello, and certifications such as CAPM or PMP are highly beneficial. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork set individuals apart in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential for coordinating tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring project success within dynamic environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Associate Project Managers, and how can they be effectively addressed?

Associate Project Managers often encounter challenges such as managing competing priorities, ensuring clear communication among team members, and adapting to changing project scopes. To address these, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, utilize project management tools for tracking tasks, and establish regular check-ins with the team. Being proactive in identifying potential risks and seeking guidance from senior project managers can also help in navigating complex situations and contributing effectively to project success.

What is an Associate Project Manager?

An Associate Project Manager is an entry-level professional who assists in planning, coordinating, and overseeing specific aspects of projects within an organization. They work under the supervision of a Project Manager, helping to ensure that project goals, deadlines, and budgets are met. Typical responsibilities include scheduling meetings, tracking progress, preparing reports, and communicating with team members and stakeholders. This role serves as a foundational step toward more senior project management positions and helps individuals gain practical experience in project coordination and leadership.

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

AspectAssociate Project ManagementProject Coordinator
CertificationsPMI-ACP, CAPM, or similarOften similar, but less emphasis on certifications
Work EnvironmentSupports project managers, involved in planning and executionAssists with scheduling, communication, and documentation
Employer UsageUsed across industries for entry to mid-level project supportCommonly used in project teams for coordination tasks

Both roles support project teams, but Associate Project Management typically involves more strategic planning and direct support to project managers, while Project Coordinators focus on administrative and communication tasks. The roles often overlap, but Associate Project Management positions may require additional certifications and involve more responsibility in project execution.

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Principal Associate, Project Management - Business Cards & Payments

Principal Associate, Project Management - Business Cards & Payments

Capital One

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Capital One rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 141 rated banks

Job description

Principal Associate, Project Management - Business Cards & Payments

Business Cards & Payments (BC&P) | Build the Future.

At BC&P, we bring a builder's mindset to work, just like the business owners we serve. Small businesses are a different kind of customer. They're the people turning ideas into opportunities, and opportunities into livelihoods. When we build for them, we build something bigger. That's why we have a high bar for quality. We own the work end to end, turning today's insights into tomorrow's results, together.

  • We're relentlessly curious.

  • We ask the hard questions.

  • We make space for the best ideas to win.

Because that's how we create impact we can be proud of.

About the Role:

Our Strategic Delivery team within the BC&P Command Center is looking for a dynamic Project Manager. This team leads the delivery for some of BC&P's highest priority initiatives. In this exciting role, you will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver and amplify BC&P's most impactful work, solve complex problems from our distinct vantage point, all while balancing strategy and tactics. Our project work runs the gamut, some examples are: launching new products, leading updates to existing products and features, or leading foundational initiatives that enable growth.

As a Principal Associate, Project Management in BC&P Strategic Delivery, you will collaborate with smart and passionate leaders to influence results that have a direct impact on the company's bottom line. You will lead important and exciting projects from day one, working alongside key stakeholders across the company. Although the opportunities are endless, the core responsibilities of a Principal Associate, Project Management include:

  • Lead moderate to large sized teams on high-priority initiatives and work streams that span across Business Cards and Payments and Capital One

  • Design, develop, and manage project plans and delivery roadmaps in a complex dynamic environment

  • Partner with project customers to provide strategic and tactical recommendations in support of project delivery

  • Drive solutions to complex problems across cross-functional teams by applying sound business judgment to navigate trade-offs between competing priorities

  • Manage a large set of stakeholders

  • Effectively manage scope, schedule, resources and budget

  • Communicate status, impediments, and risks/issues across all levels of the program

  • Deliver results and influence business outcomes across all levels of the organization

  • Influence and manage stakeholders/Intent owners across COF ranging from VP+ to associate

The ideal person will:

  • Exhibit outstanding influencing skills to effectively drive project / program efforts

  • Demonstrate a proven track record of excellent project management, bringing the ability to thrive in gray space and quickly putting structure in place to manage work in a dynamic complex environment

  • Have excellent communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders at all levels across the company to manage, inform and influence outcomes

  • Ability to set direction, manage expectations and lead cross-functional teams

  • Confident, respectful, and articulate when registering dissenting opinions with colleagues and senior management

Basic qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of project management experience

Preferred qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience facilitating Agile teams on IT projects

  • 5+ year of experience with project management tools (Jira, MS Project, Confluence)

  • 5+ years of experience working, supporting or partnering with internal business clients

  • 5+ years of project management experience

  • PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

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: $120,800 - $137,900 for Principal Project Manager


Richmond, VA: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Project Manager










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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