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Principal Manager Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Principal

Denver, CO · On-site

$90 - $100/hr

The Principal is responsible for driving the achievement of enhanced academic standards for ... This position will lead and manage Tennyson's academic programs including staff supervision and ...

Principal

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Principal is responsible for driving the achievement of enhanced academic standards for ... This position will lead and manage Tennyson's academic programs including staff supervision and ...

The Principal is responsible for driving the achievement of enhanced academic standards for ... This position will lead and manage Tennyson's academic programs including staff supervision and ...

Principal Geochemist

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$150K - $200K/yr

Principal Geochemist ITASCA North America | U.S.-based About the role ITASCA North America is ... Experience leading, managing, directing, and reviewing complex technical projects. * Strong client ...

Job Summary NetApp is seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead the go-to-market strategy and execution for a new first-party cloud storage offering delivered through a leading public cloud ...

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How much do principal manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal manager in Colorado is $115,028.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,400.00 and $131,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Manager vs Project Manager?

AspectPrincipal ManagerProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees and extensive experience in management or industry-specific certificationsRequires project management certifications like PMP and relevant experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple teams or departments, strategic planning, high-level decision makingFocuses on planning, executing, and closing individual projects within scope, time, and budget
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, technology, and consulting firms for leadership rolesUsed across industries for managing specific projects in construction, IT, marketing, etc.

The main difference is that a Principal Manager holds a higher-level, strategic leadership role overseeing multiple teams or departments, while a Project Manager focuses on managing specific projects. Both roles require strong management skills and relevant certifications, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

What is a principal manager?

A principal manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing multiple teams or departments within an organization, often focusing on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and high-level decision-making. They typically require strong leadership skills, industry experience, and may hold advanced certifications or degrees. The role involves managing resources, setting goals, and ensuring organizational objectives are met.

What are the most commonly searched types of Principal jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Principal jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Principal Manager jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Principal Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Principal Manager job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,028 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Principal/Sr Principal Control Account Project Manager

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$85.60 - $128.40/hr

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Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 367 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

84th of 545 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for a Principal OR Sr. Principal C ontrol Account - Project Manager you will be supporting systems using current technologies and others yet to come. We are seeking team members who have a thirst for knowledge, approach each day with optimism, and have a relentless drive to solve complex problems.

This position can be based onsite at our Colorado Springs, CO (preferred) or Bellevue, NE facility.

Control Account - Project Manager you will be able to:
  • Establish budgetary baselines for Engineering functions with the DARC program through Control Account Management (CAM) best practices
  • Manage, track and report earned value metrics
  • Support program integrated baseline reviews
  • Work closely with engineering and program function leaders to forecast labor
  • Work closely with engineering and program functions leaders to accurately manage integrated master schedules
  • Manage and report status on program schedules
  • Assess Software project issues/risks and develop resolution plan
  • Prepare Contract Data Requirements Lists for necessary reporting for the Program Team
  • Support Engineering Change Proposals by authoring Basis of Estimates and other proposal activity
  • Prepare monthly Business Rhythm EVM artifacts and reporting
  • Support labor and material program control accounts.

This requisition may be filled at a higher job grade based on the qualifications listed below. This requisition may be filled as either Principal or a Sr. Principal Control Account - Project Manager.

Basic Qualifications
  • Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain US Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance, but not required to start.
  • Principal: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience; 3 years with a Master's degree. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Sr. Principal: Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience; 6 years with a Master's degree. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with cost plus and firm fixed price contract vehicles
  • Material account earned value management experience
  • Labor account earned value management experience
  • Subcontract labor account earned value management experience
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and practices
  • Ability to develop and manage schedule tasks
  • Experience with integration of major subcontract schedules within prime integrated master schedule
  • Ability to use Microsoft Project
  • Experience creating Basis of Estimates and Proposals
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelors of Science Degree
  • Active Secret/Top Secret clearance
  • Risk management experience
  • Earned Value Management Certification
  • Project Management Professional Certification
  • Software discipline organizational experience
  • Experience with the management of Subcontract values greater than 30 million dollars
  • Experience with managing labor cost accounts greater than 10 million dollars
  • Experience with management of Software Development projects including the production and delivery of CDRLs
  • Previous experience as a Scrum Master
  • Proficiency in Atlassian tools (JIRA and Confluence)

Primary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $160,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939