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How much do project associate jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for project associate in Reston, VA is $32.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.35 and $37.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Project Associate, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field. Familiarity with project management software like MS Project, Asana, or Trello, as well as proficiency in MS Office, is typically expected. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you coordinate tasks and support project managers effectively. These skills ensure that projects stay on schedule, stakeholders are informed, and objectives are met efficiently.

How does a Project Associate typically interact with cross-functional teams during a project lifecycle?

Project Associates frequently collaborate with diverse teams such as marketing, engineering, finance, and operations to ensure that project tasks are executed smoothly. They help coordinate meetings, track deliverables, and communicate project updates between departments. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and adaptability, as Project Associates often serve as a bridge to align team efforts and resolve issues quickly. Regular interaction with different stakeholders provides valuable exposure and learning opportunities, making it an excellent stepping stone for career advancement in project management.

What are Project Associates?

Project Associates are professionals who provide administrative, organizational, and technical support to project managers and teams. They assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget. Their responsibilities often include scheduling meetings, preparing reports, tracking project progress, and facilitating communication between team members and stakeholders. Project Associates play a key role in the smooth execution of projects across various industries.

What is the difference between Project Associate vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject AssociateProject Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, relevant certifications often preferredBachelor's degree, project management certifications beneficial
Work EnvironmentSupportive team roles, often in research, development, or nonprofit sectorsOrganizational roles, coordinating project activities across teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in research, NGOs, government, and corporate projectsCommon in corporate, IT, construction, and healthcare projects

While both roles support project execution, a Project Associate typically focuses on assisting with research and administrative tasks, whereas a Project Coordinator manages project schedules, resources, and communication to ensure timely completion.

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Infographic showing various Project Associate job openings in Reston, VA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,627 per year, or $32 per hour.
Principal Associate, Project Management - Card Associate Experience Mobility & Talent Lead (Hybrid)

Principal Associate, Project Management - Card Associate Experience Mobility & Talent Lead (Hybrid)

Capital One

Mclean, VA

Full-time

Posted 24 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 - Card Associate Experience Mobility & Talent Lead (Hybrid)

Capital One, a Fortune 500 company and one of the nation's top 10 banks, offers a broad spectrum of financial products and services to consumers, small businesses and commercial clients. We nurture a work environment where people with a variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds, guided by our shared Values, come together to make Capital One a great company - and a great place to work.

As a Project Manager on the Card Associate Experience team, you will lead critical and strategic business projects that directly impact the Card organization and our associates. In this role, you will be the lead for our Mobility & Talent strategy. Your responsibilities will include leveraging data and insights and establishing close partnerships with leaders and partners across Card to help steer and execute on this important body of work. Your goal is to help make Card the top destination for talent through partnerships with our Students & Grads (S&G) and Workforce Development (WFD) programs and broader talent pipelines.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

  • Own end-to-end demand and allocation processes and strategies for S&G and WFD programs across Card. This includes sourcing demand from Card organizations, identifying managers for interns and full-time associates, and managing rotations across Card.

  • Establish well-managed processes and "always-on" resources for the Mobility & Talent portfolio, including key project documentation, ensuring project plans deliver on intent.

  • Leverage data to drive demand and allocation conversations.

  • Identify and implement strategic KPIs to support long-term success and produce quarterly reports showcasing mobility and talent trends.

  • Forge relationships with Chiefs of Staff, HRBPs, Finance and TA partners, and Program AEs. Represent S&G in Card Headcount Forums and serve as a bridge to the WFD team.

  • Demonstrate outstanding communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders across all levels to manage, inform, and influence outcomes.

The Candidate:

  • Excellent communication, both written and verbal for executive audiences

  • Excellent problem solving and influencing skills

  • Strong project and program management skills

  • Strong understanding of data, inclusive of Google Sheets formulas

  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing demands and situations

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Military experience

  • At least 3 years of Project Management experience

  • At least 2 years of experience using Google Suite (Sheets and Slides)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of analysis or strategy experience

  • 5+ years of Project Management experience

  • PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

  • Strong problem solving and influencing skills

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

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

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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