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How much do project management consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 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 is a project management consultant?

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 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.

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Project Management Consultant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,079 per year, or $64.5 per hour.

Senior Project Management Consultant

Arlington, VA • Hybrid

CyberMedia Technologies
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$150K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Cybermedia Technologies (CTEC) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Management Consultant to join our team

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

CISA's Stakeholder Engagement Division requires an integrated team to support council and sector governance, approximately 500 annual engagements, stakeholder coordination, policy and risk analysis, executive communications, records, and contract management. The work spans unclassified and classified environments and requires products that are accurate, accessible, compliant, and ready for government use.

POSITION SUMMARY
Serve as a key, onsite project-management leader for the CISA Stakeholder Engagement Division contract, with primary alignment to sector management and SRMA support. The position integrates contract controls with high-tempo sector and cross-sector operations, including classified and rapid-response work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as a primary management point of contact for the CO, COR, and CISA leadership and coordinate performance across sector-management tasks.
Build and maintain the Project Management Plan, work breakdown structure, integrated master schedule, organization structure, and management controls.
Establish and enforce processes for risk, quality, configuration, subcontractor, staffing, communications, security, and change management.
Oversee governance artifacts, sector engagements, executive products, analytics, trackers, and rapid-response deliverables required under PWS 2.2.1.
Prepare monthly status reports, Program Management Reviews, financial status reports, staffing plans, risk updates, schedule analysis, and recommendations.
Monitor funding, expenditures, invoicing, milestones, quality, staffing, attrition, dependencies, and corrective actions.
Coordinate cleared and suitability personnel across classified and unclassified work and ensure compliance with DD Form 254 and DHS requirements.
Provide resources on short notice and sustain operations during urgent events, changing priorities, and unpredictable workload.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of progressively responsible federal program, project, or contract-management experience supporting complex professional-services work.
Demonstrated experience managing schedule, cost, staffing, risk, quality, deliverables, and senior customer relationships.
Excellent executive communication, operational judgment, problem-solving, and team-leadership skills.
Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PMP certification.
Prior CISA/DHS, SRMA, sector-risk-management, critical-infrastructure, or emergency-response experience.
Experience leading large, multi-labor-category teams and managing FFP contract performance.
Advanced degree in a relevant field


CLEARANCE: Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI; U.S. citizenship required.

WHAT CANDIDATES SHOULD UNDERSTAND
Work is expected to be onsite in Arlington, Virginia; approved telework may be available only as authorized by the Government.
Positions are contingent upon contract award and successful completion of applicable security or suitability processing.
For cleared positions, the recruiting requirement is an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI-not necessarily current SCI access on day one.
For suitability positions, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness Determination. Prior DHS service may help, but a previous Public Trust is not automatically transferable or guaranteed to reactivate.

PAY RANGE- $150K/yr- $200K/yr+ Benefits(Compensation and employment offer are negotiable and will be finalized based on the candidate's relevant experience and interview assessment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Cybermedia Technologies management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, where applicable and available, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.
Please note: Candidate(s) will be required to go through pre-employment screening.
Cybermedia Technologies, Inc. is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (EOE; M/F/D/V)

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