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Project Manager

Urbandale, IA · On-site

Reporting to the Project Lead, the Sr. Project Manager is responsible for managing and supporting work streams within a program of work and ensuring strategy and execution are performed to completion ...

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Keen Project Solutions LLC

Project Manager

Ankeny, IA · On-site

The Project Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of project execution from inception through closeout, ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient delivery of EPC projects. This role ...

Keen Project Solutions LLC

Project Manager

Ankeny, IA · On-site

The Project Manager acts as the primary client interface, maintaining clear communication, transparency, and responsiveness to ensure client satisfaction. In addition, this role contributes to the ...

eSense Incorporated

Project Manager

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

Company Description The project manager will be working on multiple, concurrent, high level and high visibility projects relating to a federal mandated program. The main focus of the project manager ...

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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 Urbandale, IA is $50.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.20 and $58.70 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 Urbandale, IA 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 $105,214 per year, or $50.6 per hour.

Assistant Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend

Waukee, IA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team to support project management services. Our Assistant Project Manager will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to provide project support.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Project Manager in ensuring the project is managed to the right quality standards and completed efficiently and on time.
  • Manage individual tasks throughout the construction process including submittal and RFI processes.
  • Assist with the preparation of proposals for new projects or variations to existing projects.
  • Assist with establishing effective project governance, processes, and systems to be utilized throughout the project.
  • Ensure that key information and data are effectively shared and appropriately retained.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the client and team members.
  • Interface with multiple stakeholders, including executive management, project team members, consultants and vendors.
  • Assist with the flow of project information between team members / stakeholders.
  • Attend relevant meetings, update and maintain current issues/actions logs.
  • Transcribe meeting minutes and action items and drive each item to closure.
  • Development of detailed project plans, attendance at status meetings and follow-up with team members on completion status, close-out of open items.
  • Contribute monthly reporting on various aspects of the Client's program.
  • Preparation of various reports for multiple audiences, including formal project management reports, executive dashboards, and other reporting requirements.
  • Daily tasks include submittal approval management, RFI processing, change order management, meeting coordination, punch-list management, administration of project observation reports, participation in commissioning, and transition of close-out documentation to operations.
  • Procurement: Assist with the procurement of suppliers / resources as required.
  • Monitor and assist the Project Manager with applying performance management techniques.
  • Monitor and report on project costs/spending, maintain project cost tracking, and EVM systems.
  • Liaise with the client's finance team and others to obtain information, review & report finance/cost data.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction.
  • A minimum of 3 years of applicable experience.
  • Proactive, organized, and thorough with a strong work ethic.
  • Work as an effective and collaborative team member in delivering the project.
  • Exposure to project management software systems.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google tools.
  • Strong communication skills.

Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.*
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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