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Robert Half

Project Support Coordinator

Richmond, VA · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support procurement operations in ... The role also contributes to intake management, workflow prioritization, and process improvements ...

Pae

Project Support Engineer

Norfolk, VA

Amentum is seeking a Project Support Engineer to provide the maintenance team with on-site ... Demonstrated ability to effectively manage maintenance activities * Skill in Microsoft Office Suite

Amentum

Project Support Engineer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Amentum is seeking a Project Support Engineer to provide the maintenance team with on-site ... Demonstrated ability to effectively manage maintenance activities * Skill in Microsoft Office Suite

System One

Facilities Project Support Technician

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$14.25 - $19.50/hr

Support Facility Projects Managers by physically being on the job sites overseeing construction projects. * Act as a liaison between the contractors and Project Manager. * Ensure the site is safe ...

CACI

IT Project Support

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$61K - $129K/yr

Job Title: IT Project Support Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Part time Minimum ... Project Management Professional (PMP) certification - What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity ...

CACI

IT Project Support

Mclean, VA · On-site

$61K - $129K/yr

Job Title: IT Project Support Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Part time Minimum ... Project Management Professional (PMP) certification - What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity ...

CACI International, Inc.

IT Project Support

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$61K - $129K/yr

Job Title: IT Project Support Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Part time Minimum ... Project Management Professional (PMP) certification What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity. At ...

ValidaTek

User Support Manager

Quantico, VA · On-site

Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects ... The User Support Team Lead is responsible for leading and managing a team of User Support ...

ValidaTek, Inc.

User Support Manager

Quantico, VA · On-site

$90K - $125K/hr

Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects ... The User Support Team Lead is responsible for leading and managing a team of User Support ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for project support manager in Virginia is $110,067.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,900.00 and $114,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a project support manager?

A Project Support Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and coordinating the administrative and operational aspects of projects within an organization. They provide essential support to project managers and teams, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Their duties often include resource allocation, progress tracking, risk management, and communication between stakeholders. Project Support Managers help streamline processes, resolve issues, and maintain documentation to facilitate successful project completion.

How does a project support manager typically interact with project teams and stakeholders?

A Project Support Manager plays a pivotal role in facilitating communication between project teams and stakeholders. They coordinate project documentation, monitor progress, and help resolve any issues that arise, ensuring everyone stays aligned on objectives and timelines. Regular meetings, status reports, and updates are common tools used to keep all parties informed. Their collaborative approach helps bridge gaps between technical teams, management, and clients, leading to smoother project execution and successful outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project support manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Support Manager, you need strong organizational, coordination, and analytical skills, typically supported by a background in business administration or project management. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project, Asana, or Jira) and relevant certifications like PRINCE2 or PMP are common requirements. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities help you effectively liaise between stakeholders and support project delivery. These competencies are vital for ensuring projects stay on track, risks are managed, and objectives are achieved efficiently.

What is the difference between Project Support Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject Support ManagerProject Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees project support teams, manages resources, and ensures project documentation and processes are maintained.Assists in project tasks, schedules meetings, and supports project team members with administrative duties.
Required SkillsProject management knowledge, communication, organizational skills, and familiarity with project tools.Communication, organization, basic project management understanding, and administrative skills.
Work EnvironmentTypically in office settings, supporting multiple projects or teams.Office environment, supporting specific project tasks and team members.

The Project Support Manager focuses on overseeing project support functions and managing resources, while the Project Coordinator handles day-to-day administrative tasks to assist project teams. Both roles require strong organizational skills and familiarity with project processes, but the manager has broader responsibilities for project support and coordination.

What are the most commonly searched types of Project Support jobs in Virginia?

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Infographic showing various Project Support Manager job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,067 per year, or $52.9 per hour.

Project Support Specialist

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Mpr Associates, Inc.
Specialized Design Services • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Mpr Associates, Inc.external

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project teams to draft, research, review, proofread, and format technical deliverables such as proposals, reports, correspondence, and meeting materials.

  • Support and coordinate activities across organizational levels, including meetings, project administration, and business planning.

  • Interface with clients to ensure smooth project progression and work closely with senior personnel to track and review project status.

Job description

Overview
MPR Associates, Inc. (MPR), a thriving multi-discipline, specialty engineering services and consulting firm, is seeking a Project Support Specialist for MPR's Alexandria, VA office. This is a unique, challenging, and rewarding career opportunity, working on some of the most important projects affecting our society.
Founded in 1964, MPR has a wide and growing client base in the fields of power and energy, federal services, and health and life sciences. We work throughout the United States as well as internationally. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, we also have offices in East Lyme, Connecticut, Burlington, Massachusetts, and Salt Lake City, Utah. We hire the best and brightest, which results in a high-performance culture built on trust and respect, making MPR an exceptional place to work.
General Job Description
This position provides project, technical, and administrative support to the company, to a group of engineers providing technical services to clients, and to clients. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated to accomplish assigned tasks while simultaneously seeking out additional ways their individual skills can support the engineering organization. The candidate enjoys working in a dynamic environment and possesses strong skills in organization, task switching, written and verbal communication, and adapting to the various personalities and dynamics of a team. The candidate should be a flexible team player who is highly adaptable and solution oriented. This individual will also embrace technology and leverages it frequently to improve efficiency and outcomes. The ideal candidate will find technical, analytical, and engineering work interesting, and exhibit engagement in the industries in which MPR works.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Collaborating with project teams in the drafting and research of written technical deliverables (proposals and technical reports) as well as curating, reviewing, proofreading, and formatting correspondence, proposals, reports, emails, internal memos, meeting minutes, agendas, presentations, and other deliverables. Formatting includes extensive work with advanced Word and Excel, including but not limited to templates, styles, macros, pivot tables, etc.
  • Supporting and coordinating activities across all levels of the organization, including corporate and project-specific monthly meetings, project administration and coordination, business materials, and yearly business planning.
  • Interfacing with clients to ensure smooth progression of projects.
  • Working closely with senior personnel regarding oversight of projects within the technical area. This includes tracking and reviewing project status, maintaining detailed records, and formatting any project-related data.
  • Archiving, managing, and entering data into MPR's in-house opportunity and project management database.
  • Interfacing with MPR's in-house electronic document management system.
  • Providing occasional reception coverage answering telephone calls, greeting visitors, directing calls to the appropriate person, and requests for information.
  • Working with peers as a team to accomplish large and small tasks requiring support beyond a single person.
  • Providing support for corporate business needs such as developing procedures, templates, forms, and other internal corporate documentation.
  • Basic administrative functions to include photocopying, scanning documents, shipping, maintaining schedules, coordinating travel, preparing expense reports, and other duties as assigned.
  • Some after-hours or overtime work likely required based on project and client needs.

Qualifications
  • This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Experience
  • College degree desired.
  • Four (4) years' experience in a professional services, technical environment or similar fast-paced environment preferred.
Skills - Software
  • High degree of proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Professional or similar PDF software.
  • Basic proficiency in Visio preferred.
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Project, P6, or similar scheduling software a plus.
  • Experience using AutoCAD, Python, and/or SharePoint a plus.
  • Experience using Photoshop or similar image manipulation program a plus.
  • Ability to leverage technology and software to effectively prepare and review complex reports.
  • Advanced scheduling and calendar management.
  • Ability to learn new software rapidly.
Skills - Personal
  • Strong self-leadership, with the ability and motivation to identify areas where they can be of assistance and where process improvements can be made.
  • Strong time management and customer service skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Persistent, questioning attitude and the ability to accept that in others.
  • Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy while working independently with minimum supervision.
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and quickly adjust to changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with multiple levels of management. Consistently and proactively interact with project teams to complete necessary work.
  • Ability to multi-task across teams of engineers and managers on various projects.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across functional teams.
  • Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions while taking ownership of the task at hand, asking for clarification, and communicating regularly.
  • Ability to accept and grow from constructive feedback.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment,
  • Solution oriented with a goal of enabling our client's success.
  • Flexible, motivated, resourceful, and organized in a multi-functional role.
  • Motivated to expand skills and knowledge, as well as tackle new problems and take on new responsibilities.
  • Solid proofreading skills.

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $85,000 annually. Actual compensation is based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, internal parity, education, and skills. We offer comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision), flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts, a 401(k) and profit sharing, as well as paid time off.
MPR Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, who participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other classification as required by applicable laws. MPR is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer.

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