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Entry-Level Project Management Jobs 2026

Entry-level project management positions — Project Coordinator, Junior Project Manager, PMO Analyst, and Scrum Master — are available across every industry. These roles offer starting salaries of $45,000–$65,000 and provide a structured path to Senior PM, Program Manager, and Director of PMO within 5–8 years. You don't need a PMP certification to start; most employers accept relevant experience and a bachelor's degree for entry-level positions.

$45,000–$65,000/yrAverage starting salary

What You Need

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or any analytical field
  • Familiarity with PM tools (Asana, Jira, Monday.com, MS Project)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Communication skills for stakeholder management across teams
  • Basic understanding of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies

Growth Outlook

PMI projects that 25 million new project management professionals will be needed globally by 2030. The growth is driven by digital transformation projects across every industry, from healthcare to construction to technology.

Ready to Start Your Career?

Submit your interest and a PropelGrad recruiter will match you with entry-level positions that fit your background and goals.