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How much do nurse project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse project manager in Michigan is $89,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,400.00 and $107,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Nurse Project Manager vs Nurse Coordinator?

AspectNurse Project ManagerNurse Coordinator
CertificationsRN license, project management certification (e.g., PMP)RN license, possibly additional certifications in specialty areas
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, administrative offices, project teamsHospitals, clinics, patient care settings
Primary ResponsibilitiesOverseeing healthcare projects, coordinating teams, managing budgetsManaging patient care, coordinating nursing staff, ensuring quality care

The main difference is that Nurse Project Managers focus on managing healthcare projects and teams, often requiring project management skills and certifications, while Nurse Coordinators primarily oversee patient care and nursing staff within clinical settings. Both roles require RN licensure, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

Can a nurse become a project manager?

Yes, nurses can become project managers by gaining experience in healthcare operations, developing leadership and organizational skills, and often obtaining certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional). Nursing experience provides valuable industry knowledge that can be advantageous in healthcare project management roles.

What does a nurse project manager do?

A nurse project manager oversees healthcare projects by coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. They use their nursing knowledge along with project management skills to improve patient care processes and implement new initiatives within healthcare settings.
What cities in Michigan are hiring for Nurse Project Manager jobs? Cities in Michigan with the most Nurse Project Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Nurse Project Manager job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,497 per year, or $43 per hour.

Project Manager

Schreiber Foods, Inc.

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago


Schreiber Foods rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 75 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 437 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Job Category:Project & Program ManagementJob Family:Enterprise Project ManagementJob Description:

In this Engineering Project Manager role, you will lead groups and projects. You will work with a variety of departments to bring direction to complex situations by clearly defining vision, mission and goals. You will often work on very challenging assignments because of their prototypical or developmental nature. This role is accountable for obtaining clearly defined project success criteria and outcomes that aid in achieving desired strategic, business outcomes. This will be accomplished by leading cross functional teams through Schreiber's project management process, Enterprise Project Management (EPM).

This position is located onsite in Beloit, WI or Grand Rapids, WI

Relocating candidates (50+ miles) are eligible for $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package

What you'll do:

  • Evaluating proposed projects from a business viewpoint and recommending appropriate course of action to upper management
  • Ensuring compliance with safety, sanitation, and government regulations
  • Guiding and advising project team members
  • lead cross-functional teams for assigned projects.
  • Ensure adherence to Schreiber's project management process (EPM) in order to achieve desired project outcomes.
  • Manage day-to-day activities of the project team; guide them to understand and apply the EPM process.
  • Monitoring projects with overall company objectives in mind rather than just meeting detailed requirements
  • Staying current with new technology and processes that could help improve Schreiber profit margins and recommending applications for this technology
  • Leading project teams and coordinating efforts with other departments to ensure the customer's needs will be met
  • Providing clear communication and direction
  • Providing guidance with the development of specifications, capital equipment, and the selection of vendors and contractors
  • Providing technical advice and assistance to our internal partners
  • Assisting the team leader with system-imposed requests as required (upper management meetings, personnel, technical reviews, lead engineering sessions, advisory help, customer visits, etc.)
  • Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups.

What you need to succeed:

  • Bachelors in Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in Engineering and Project Management
  • Experience with Aseptic Experience, Pharmaceutical, Food Manufacturing Preferred
  • Ability to function in a team environment
  • End-user computer skills
  • Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities
  • Ability to travel up to 50% based on project needs
  • Internal partners: Minimum of 2 years of experience in current role
Eligible partners will receive:
  • Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you'll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount - about 8% of your earnings - toward your retirement every year. That's a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That's hard to beat!

  • Earn bonus pay. You'll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.

  • Ready to make a move? Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.

  • Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.

  • Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employerfunded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.

  • Pursue development that's relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.

  • Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.

  • Experience caring like you've never experienced it before. We have a program that's completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It's called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.

  • Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber - Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

Sound like a company you'd like to be a part of? Click Apply.

Need extra assistance with the application process? Contact recruiting@schreiberfoods.com or call 920-437-7601.

For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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