Hiring a project manager: the market today
The short answer ·
1,519 open postings ask for a project manager as of Nov 11, 2026, from 413 employers. The median advertised pay is $130,566, taking the midpoint of each posted range. 685 of those postings are new in the last 30 days, so expect competition.
Who you're competing with
Open postings · Ayla, Nov 11, 2026
What it pays
Advertised pay (range midpoints), 947 postings with pay
Questions buyers ask
How hard is it to hire a project manager?
Hard. 413 employers are hiring the role right now, led by Parsons with 105 open postings.
What should I pay a project manager?
Advertised pay centers on $130,566. The middle half runs from $105,312 to $156,000.
Where is a project manager being hired?
As of Nov 11, 2026, the most open postings for the role are in Texas (160), Virginia (143) and California (131). Together they hold 29% of its 1,519 open postings.
Who can help me hire a project manager?
Ayla's recruiters, for government agencies and contractors. Send the role for a free market brief within two business days, then interview the people we find; you pay a placement fee when you hire.