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Project Manager Startup Jobs (NOW HIRING)

NY · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Manage startup and commissioning of facility, where applicable. * Provide owner training to the end user and turn-over contract close-out deliverables. * Review and report project financial ...

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Project Manager

Huntersville, NC · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

Project Manager About: Build more than projects - build a career with ownership, impact, and ... Lead high-impact institutional construction projects from startup through closeout with a respected ...

Responsible for project startup, including obtaining permits and licenses and managing jobsite mobilization. * Facilitate subcontractor pre-mobilization/startup meetings. * Issue and administer ...

Project Manager

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Project Manager - Food Manufacturing (Confidential) Our client, a well-established and growing food ... Build startup plans covering SOPs, equipment validation, training, and staffing. * Coordinate ...

... construction, startup, and closeout-while ensuring safety, quality, schedule adherence, and ... Required to notify management whenever something on the project of a significant nature could ...

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How much do project manager startup jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for project manager startup in the United States is $102,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a project manager startup?

A Project Manager in a startup oversees the planning, execution, and completion of projects to help the company grow efficiently. They manage timelines, resources, and cross-functional teams while adapting to a fast-paced, often uncertain environment. Unlike traditional project managers, they may take on multiple roles, including product development, operations, and process improvement. Their goal is to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with the startup’s strategic objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by project managers in a startup environment?

Project Managers in startups often encounter rapidly changing priorities, tight deadlines, and resource constraints, requiring them to quickly adapt and reprioritize tasks. Collaboration across small, multifunctional teams is frequent, and responsibilities may extend beyond traditional project management to include strategic planning and hands-on execution. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential to align stakeholders and manage expectations. Despite these challenges, the dynamic nature of startups offers opportunities to make a significant impact and accelerate your professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project manager startup?

To excel as a Project Manager Startup, you need a solid grounding in project management principles, agile methodologies, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Asana, or Trello, and certifications such as PMP or Scrum Master, are often highly valued. Outstanding interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving, and adaptability help you navigate a fast-paced, evolving environment. These skills are vital for successfully leading cross-functional teams and ensuring projects achieve their milestones in dynamic startup settings.

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Infographic showing various Project Manager Startup job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,682 per year, or $49.4 per hour.

Commissioning Assistant Project Manager Charlotte, NC

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Charlotte, NC • On-site

$60 - $80/hr

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Overview

The Commissioning Assistant Project Manager’s primary role is to ensure Mechanical System Performance meets project requirements by managing Startup and Commissioning efforts while supporting the Commissioning Team. This includes managing the documentation of Startup and Commissioning Tasks, and ensuring reports are accurate and timely. It starts with participation in System Design Reviews, Shop Drawing Reviews, Quality Risk Assessments, and other pertinent planning activities. Direct interaction with Construction Foremen, Project Managers, Owners, General Contractors, Electrical Contractors, Controls/Automation Contractors, Testing Adjusting, and Balancing Contractors, and 3rd party commissioning authorities is frequently required.

Responsibilities
  • Ensure all equipment installed by McKenney’s on assigned projects is started up and commissioned in accordance with project requirements and company objectives.
  • Set up new projects in CxAlloy including project documentation, user assignments, and template imports.
  • Draft commissioning plans from contract documents for the Commissioning Group. Submit internal RFIs to document questions or concerns over Sequences of Operations.
  • Collect and share project documents with Commissioning Technicians. Ensure best practices are followed.
  • Provide regular project progress updates to Construction Project Managers.
  • Manage project Action Items and ensure timely completion by assigned parties. Coordinate resources with Construction Project Managers to address issues.
  • Perform regular job site walks with Project Managers and Technicians to review installation quality and provide feedback to Foremen and Construction Project Managers.
  • Develop and manage a schedule of equipment Startup and Commissioning activities in collaboration with the Construction Project Manager to ensure activities impacting the Startup and Commissioning Process are identified, prioritized, and managed prior to the arrival of Commissioning group personnel on any given project. Clearly identify dates when power and controls are required to meet OPS goals.
  • Regularly participate in 3WLA meetings with Technicians and Construction Project Managers to manage schedule progress and identify roadblocks.
  • Develop and maintain documentation and reporting on each unique equipment Startup and Commissioning activity, including associated costs for incorporation in estimating and project planning.
  • Develop Owner Training Agendas and Schedules for each project, including the assignment of roles and responsibilities for the training to the appropriate personnel. Appropriate consideration for the project and the owner’s requirements should be applied in this process.
  • Organize, assemble, and issue Final Startup and Commissioning reports to all appropriate parties in a timely manner.
  • Utilize Observations, Rework Tracking, and CxAlloy to document and quantify repetitive deficiencies identified as part of the Commissioning Process. Manage the development and implementation of the appropriate training to reduce or eliminate occurrences of the most frequently documented deficiencies.
Requirements
  • A degree in engineering or 4 years of MEP experience/vocational training.
  • Must have basic PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, Web-enabled applications, and database software.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A degree in Mechanical engineering with EIT or PE credentials.
  • Commissioning experience on new or existing building construction projects.
  • Experience with CxAlloy or other commissioning software.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics
  • Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work well as part of a team, independently, and also pursue new opportunities in internal business units.
  • Solid reasoning, math, science, and technical skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership skills, self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to respond quickly to changing customer demands.
  • Must have a professional appearance.
  • Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
  • Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed, as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
  • Must possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
  • Must be persistent and able to attain results under adverse circumstances.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment, but may require occasional project site visits.
  • No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
  • No or very limited physical effort required.
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