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Senior Project Management Consultant

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$150K/yr

As a Senior Project Management Consultant, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to an assigned market or high-profile client accounts within the Richmond, VA area to help achieve ...

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How much do project management consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for project management consultant in the United States is $64.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.61 and $76.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Project Management Consultant, a solid understanding of project management methodologies, business analysis, and a relevant degree or PMP certification is generally required. Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Project, JIRA, and project portfolio management software is typical. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills set top consultants apart. These capabilities are essential for delivering projects on time, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring successful project outcomes.

What is the difference between Project Management Consultant vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject Management ConsultantProject Coordinator
CredentialsPM certifications (PMP, CAPM), relevant experienceBasic project management training, often entry-level
Work EnvironmentAdvisory roles, strategic planning, client-facingSupporting project teams, scheduling, documentation
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, corporations, government agenciesCompanies across various industries, internal teams
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding strategic roles, consulting servicesOperational support, project execution

The main difference is that a Project Management Consultant provides expert advice, strategic planning, and oversees project success at a higher level, often working with multiple clients. In contrast, a Project Coordinator handles day-to-day project tasks, scheduling, and supporting project managers. Both roles require project management knowledge, but the consultant's role is more strategic and advisory, while the coordinator's role is more operational and supportive.

What are Project Management Consultants?

Project Management Consultants are professionals who help organizations plan, execute, and complete projects efficiently. They provide expert advice on project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and process improvement. Their goal is to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards. They may work across various industries and often assist with implementing project management best practices, tools, and methodologies.

What Is a Project Management Consultant?

A project management consultant, or PM consultant, provides support for strategic planning, financial planning, and organizational or operational goals. As a project management consultant, your employer is a consulting firm, and you work with client companies and organizations on a contract basis. Your job duties include meeting with clients to identify their objectives and needs, formulating a project plan to accomplish goals, and overseeing the progress of your client’s project teams. You participate in check-in meetings and status updates, providing feedback and suggestions to help the project stay on track.

How do Project Management Consultants typically balance the needs of multiple clients and projects simultaneously?

Project Management Consultants often work with several clients or manage multiple projects at once, which requires strong organizational and time management skills. They rely on proven project management methodologies, effective communication, and digital tools like project tracking software to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Regular check-ins with stakeholders and clear documentation help ensure that each project's objectives are met while maintaining high quality. This fast-paced, dynamic environment offers variety but also demands adaptability and proactive problem-solving.
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Infographic showing various Project Management Consultant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,079 per year, or $64.5 per hour.
Project Management Consultant-BESS

Project Management Consultant-BESS

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Norwell, MA • On-site

$47 - $52/hr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 hours ago

Job description

Opportunity Overview:

Project Management Consultant -Level 2-BESS

Contract 1 Year

Juno Beach, FL-100% Onsite

We do not offer per diem or relocation assistance, so you must live within a drivable distance of Juno Beach, FL.

Your Day-to-Day:

Our Client's Engineering & Construction (E&C) Business Unit is looking for a Senior Project Management Consultant to join their team in Juno Beach, FL.

You will be responsible for daily project coordination. The coordination involves internal and external resources to support multiple activities, including Development, Engineering, Estimating, Supply Chain, Scheduling, and Construction. These activities span from pre-construction (Early Stage) up to the point of Construction. The focus is on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects within the Engineering and Construction Business Unit (E&C).

You will focus not on a single project, but rather on managing multiple projects all at varying stages. Current portfolio of projects spans the United States and Canada. We require occasional travel to visit the assigned project locations and to support Development with local public hearings.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate highly matrixed project development teams ensures that resources focus on the right activity at the right time to meet project schedule.

Coordinating with environmental, regulatory, cultural, land acquisition, interconnection, to ensure all project variables are identified and incorporated.

Develop the project's technical scope.

Increase project variables to improve both technical and financial feasibility.

Support origination and development teams with PPA and GIA negotiations.

Support development teams with jurisdictional needs.

Coordinate engineering, estimating and procurement requirements.

Support the E&C engineering team with technical attributes to develop designs.

Support the E&C cost estimating team for development of financial model.

Seek out and use market data to ensure financial model is healthy.

Present financial model to respective business unit(s) and manage financial model through executive budget approvals.

Competitively source, negotiate and implement commercial contracts for critical services including geotechnical, survey, engineering, and EPC/PC construction services.

Uphold and represent E&C's interests on assigned projects.

Participate in multiple software applications to support your activities, manage critical data and deliverables and report on important indicators.

Support process improvements and efficiency programs to grow for growth.

Regular presentations/briefing on current progress, issues and risk mitigation in meetings with multiple levels of management.

Ensure the Construction Project Manager can take over projects moving to the Construction stage with an inclusive and executable construction plan developed.

Who You Are:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or Finance/Accounting with experience in related engineering and construction of renewable energy projects.

6 or more years of experience required.

Experience with electricity markets, renewables and/or battery projects.

PMP Certification and advanced Excel skills.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining the best service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. We estimate the base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, to be $47/hour to $52/hour.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to place technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn

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