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Amteck, LLC

Senior Project Manager

Columbus, GA

... scheduling programs in order to maintain control of their assigned projects; responsible for ... Manage conflict resolution with clients through clear communication, addressing all concerns ...

Amteck, LLC

Senior Project Manager

Auburn, AL

... scheduling programs in order to maintain control of their assigned projects; responsible for ... Manage conflict resolution with clients through clear communication, addressing all concerns ...

Accura Engineering

Survey Project Manager

Columbus, GA · On-site

Bachelor's Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field from an accredited program ... managing survey projects of varying sizes and complexity. * 8+ years of experience in land ...

BC Stone Homes LLC

Site Project Manger

Lagrange, GA · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Site Project Manger Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year Location - LaGrange, Auburn, Columbus * Helping oversee, monitor, and manage the progress of construction projects as it pertains to the ...

Faith Technologies

Senior Project Manager

Opelika, AL · On-site

The Excellerate Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing internal/external customer ... programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a "merit to the core ...

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How much do program project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for program project manager in Columbus, GA is $47.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.94 and $55.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a program project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Program Project Manager, you need strong project management expertise, organizational skills, and a relevant degree or certification such as PMP or PRINCE2. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana, as well as budget tracking systems, is typically required. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams, manage stakeholders, and navigate challenges. These abilities are essential for delivering projects on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.

How does a program project manager balance stakeholder expectations across multiple projects?

Program Project Managers often manage several projects simultaneously, each with its own set of stakeholders and priorities. Balancing these expectations requires clear communication, regular status updates, and the ability to negotiate resource allocation to meet competing needs. They frequently facilitate meetings to align goals, address risks early, and ensure transparency among teams. Building strong relationships and setting realistic timelines are key strategies to successfully manage stakeholder expectations across the program.

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

AspectProgram Project ManagerProject Coordinator
CertificationsPMP, PgMP, or similarCAPM, PMP (optional)
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects and teams, strategic focusSupports project teams, handles administrative tasks
Employer UsageUsed in organizations managing multiple related projectsCommon in project teams for task coordination
Search IntentComparing roles for managerial and strategic responsibilitiesLooking for support or entry-level project roles

The Program Project Manager typically oversees multiple related projects, focusing on strategic alignment and program outcomes, often requiring certifications like PMP or PgMP. In contrast, a Project Coordinator provides administrative support within individual projects, assisting with scheduling, documentation, and communication. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and role expectations in project management.

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Infographic showing various Program Project Manager job openings in Columbus, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,510 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Associate Project Manager

Barge Design Solutions

Columbus, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

What We're Looking For:
Barge Design Solutions is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support our growing Mission Critical practice. This role generally serves in a technical capacity on projects but also executes project management activities under the direction of a Project Manager on single-discipline projects. This role does not have direct responsibility for projects nor does it not maintain a Barge job sheet.
Responsibilities:
  • Responsibilities include working with leadership and under the direction of a Project Manager to learn and implement proper PM procedures.
  • Collaborates with stakeholders on proposals to determine time, cost, & processes for accomplishing projects deliverables.
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to establish Project Management Plans and assemble teams
  • Executing activities to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within defined time and established budget.
  • Functions as the technical lead on projects.
  • Reviews reports and findings. Makes recommendations for modification to project as needed.
  • Monitors budget against plan.
  • Prepares reports for management, client, or others.
  • Acts as liaison and builds relationships with client and project team participating in client meetings & leading internal project meetings.
  • Performs other duties as requested.

Education & Experience Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from accredited program. Minimum of 4 years of relevant industry experience. Applicable certification as required by discipline.
  • Attend and participate in PM training programs.

Skills:
  • Strong technical credibility, strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and deadlines.

People Skills:
  • This role indirectly leads a group of professionals technically through a project

EXPECTATIONS:
  • Learning & applying applicable PM procedures, working closely with more tenured PM's to develop expertise.
  • Role has heavy emphasis on meeting defined budget, billing, and utilization rates. There is also significance placed on providing a technically sound project.
  • Embrace and champion our Purpose, Vision, and Values with all employees, teams, and direct reports.

OTHER:
  • Walk, sit, and stand. Occasionally reach with hands, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Occasionally climb 25-30 feet. Occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. Visual acuity sufficient to read alpha/ numeric symbols for computation and design.
  • Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to project issues that arise.

Why join us?
Barge Design Solutions,Inc.,is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinarypractice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 650+ people strong andserves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)'s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record's Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified GreatPlace To Work®.
Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company's core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES:
  • Collaborate - Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.
  • Authentic - Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.
  • Responsible - We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.
  • Excellence - We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.
  • Service - We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.

We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Agency Submissions
No unsolicited agency submissions. BargeDesign Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters orstaffing agencies. Any unsolicited resume becomes the property of Barge DesignSolutions, and no fee will be paid for resulting hires. Only agencies with asigned agreement are authorized to submit candidates.

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