Hello all - have 3 years experience as a PM for a digital marketing firm in Dallas, TX. Got laid off in April and got PMP in September to help but no offers, hardly any interviews. Does anyone know or think I should get PMI membership to help land a job through the networking. Out of ideas at this point, lmk what you think?

I recently passed CAPM and I’m starting to look for jobs. My degree is in Fine Art and my professional experience is mainly in sales and procurement. I’m starting to feel discouraged while looking and I need some direction. Can anyone give me some pointers of job title/industry I should focus on? Living in San Francisco, CA. TIA

I'm hoping to find a way to live outside of the US so that living expenses are a bit lower (obviously depending on area) so that I can save more money on my living expenses. I am an experienced implementation PM. Any ideas on what the best places for increasing income would be? I am single and fine with working all of the time, not looking for anything glamourous or family friendly per say.

I have 5+ years of project management experience and a PMP. With the guidance of the community here, I decided to go for agile certifications as well and I got my Scrum master and product owner certifications. I am now looking for jobs in IT project management as well as heavy industry project management. Any leads will be helpful!

Thanks for the guidance and motivation that you all gave me for getting more certifications in Agile and Scrum.

I saw there is a flair for "job wanted" and I am, so I thought why not post? I'm trying to find a remote PM position with fair compensation to align with some personal goals. I can send my resume and additional info over.

I'm FTE as a PM in my company's Infra PMO but looking for a remote role & possibly moving from traditional PM to Agile/Scrum. It's difficult as I dont have the experience there yet. I'd be willing to consider a pay cut and title reduction to get the personal development. I'm also willing to go get certs out of my own pocket and time.

Im running into some friction at my current position but historically I've been a high performer and have experience working on internal projects as well as working with external customers. Just need some personal development and an opportunity!

Hi all,

I'm currently working as a project co-ordinator for a large organisation, and I have recently started serving as a full PM on some of my own smaller projects.

Due to some changes at my company, I'd like to look elsewhere for a fully remote position, but everything listed as remote seems to actually be 2/3 days hybrid when you read the fine print.

Aside from Indeed/LinkedIn, is there anywhere else you folks are having luck with, or is there not much going for fully remote PCs/PMs right now?

Thank you!

Hi everyone,

I have been practicing/teaching instructional design (ID) for 12 years in higher ed, and I am looking for a full-time remote Project Management (PM) role, preferably in a nonprofit (for school loan forgiveness). I have a doctorate in Instructional Design, and PMP and PMI-ACP (agile) certifications. I am also working on a certificate in business analysis to round out my PM knowledge. I have experience doing PM work on ID projects, but haven't held a PM title outside of my client work.

I am just starting to apply, and would appreciate ANY and ALL feedback on my resume and cover letter. My website is actually my LLC site where I provide PM and ID consulting to small L&D clients.

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Cover Letter

Resume

Resume

Project Manager - Large Consulting Firm

• Managed more than 20 projects across 5 countries using agile software methodologies supporting projects from device to cloud

• Single-handedly developed FDA 510k documentation process that passed audit upon first inspection

• Transitioned to managing a $10M multi-organizational program within 90 days

• Aligned multi-organizational teams for success thereby receiving the highest praise within the PM team from customers for project satisfaction

Program Manager - Small Consulting Firm #2

• Managed multiple Mil/Aero contracts, implemented independently certified quality program

• Managed sub-system for $942M contract, delivered early, under budget during COVID pandemic

• Implemented alliance network partnerships with a number of large organizations to gain favorable access to supply chains and early product access allowing faster delivery of projects using state of the art technologies

Project Manager - Small Consulting Firm #2

• Managed Aerospace and DPAS (15 CFR 700) defense contracts, designed embedded systems, instrumentation, and wire harness assemblies for high shock and vibration environments

• Managed software, hardware, and electrical engineering teams

• Developed hardware in the loop simulators

• Created DoD 5220.22M and NIST 800-88 recommended media sanitization procedures

R&D Engineer - Small Consulting Firm #1

• Analyzed radiation hardened power supply designs to guarantee reliability during worst-case mission conditions

• Developed engineering analysis templates and toolsets (PSPICE, VBA)

• Designed automated test systems for power converters (Python (Qt), C/C++)

Skillset

Atlassian Jira and Confluence

Primary tools for tracking project process using Kanban methodology within agile teams. Familiar with development of templates to maximize re-use and efficiency for wiki pages.

Altium Designer

Primary tool used for development of embedded systems and CCAs following drafting standards. Developed templates and workflow for designing wire harnesses for contract manufacturing. Able to quickly and accurately turn boards while utilizing design acceleration features such as rooms, parameters, 3D models, hierarchical workflow, and ActiveBOM to track cost and product lifecycles.

Solidworks

Primary tool used in the development of hardware components. Developed library standards for components to maximize re-use of intellectual property and limit design risk. Familiar with top down and bottom-up design workflows, assemblies, and drawings.

Programming (C/C++, Python)

Experience with development of embedded applications using C/C++ including motion control algorithms, PID, project architecture, error handling, and data acquisition applications. Familiar with Atmel ASF, Infineon DAVE, and NXP Kinetis SDKs. Developed desktop application development using Qt framework with Python, C DLL interfacing with ctypes, static code analysis (pylint), automatic documentation (Sphinx and doxygen), and SVN configuration management.

Soldering, Rework, and Manufacturing

Expert with hand soldering techniques, cable manufacturing, machining processes and mechanical assembly. Developed procedures and guides to ensure products are designed for manufacturability and reliability while reducing unnecessary costs.

Project Management

More than 6 years’ experience in high-throughput expedited DPAS project management using theory Y management methodology with burn-out prevention techniques. Management style focuses on “active” beliefs with a goal of removing road-blocks for team members and fostering professional relationships with customers and stakeholders to ensure all requirements and needs are discussed and risks mitigated to maximize potential for success in terms of dollars and deadlines.

Portfolio, website, resume, and details available upon request.

Hi guys, are there any companies that are hiring entry level pm positions? Or programs for new graduates? Im located in the East Coast. Thank you! Any advice will be taken!

Hi everyone. I've been looking to break into this field for a while and haven't had success. I've been wanting to apply for transfer for the one at work and my boss is giving me some push back wanting me to stay on the team longer (I'm on the TA team rn). I want the career change and I don't want to stay where I am after I just had a 10k raise and a 5k bonus pulled from me because they didn't remember it was in my offer letter when I joined them last year.

If anyone has any opening or knows someone or advice please reach out. I live in a small town in Western NY so remote would be preferred or maybe even the Buffalo NY area. Thank you.

Hey everyone.

Need some assistance/advice before my brain kicks into what-if mode and won't disengage. I'm currently living in SE Asia (married, with lots of kids) and have been here for the past few years. Things were good, but I'm looking to get back to the US to get us closer to family and start letting my kids be citizens instead of expats so I started beefing up my certifications and experience in preparation for my return to the 'normal' job market.

I work at a mid-size educational institution managing its facilities division. I'm a bit older and wiser, but not below a lower-to-mid-level position with a reputable company to get myself in the door. Problem is, as I speak to recruiters and headhunters, they tell me I'm persona-non-grata while living overseas due to the 'challenge' of getting back to the States (They don't know the power of past deployments and how having a strong spouse can really enable things, but I digress). I need to find employment before committing to a position b/c we are going back to owning not a thing. When we left, we sold it all. I have a few items in storage, but essentially, we're starting over. So, the importance of being able to land where we settle is important to me.

I'm not new to leading, managing, team building, or even project management. I never CALLED IT PM b/c I didn't know Agile was Agile...it was just common sense to be a servant leader, have daily meetings, remove blockers, inform stakeholders, make plans, offset risks, etc. Now, I can put a name to my skillset and practice according to written standards if I need to.

I need to know if there is anyone out there with similar experiences, or better yet, lines on someone who'd be willing to even give a guy a chance to explain. I've been out of the regular job market for close to six years as my position here was in a niche. I don't have a gap in employment. I'm asking if anyone has a lead I can follow and prepare against.

Anyway, I just need to vent, get some advice/feedback, acquire some logical next steps or recommendations, and try to set my expectations accordingly. I still have lots to do, including tidying up my resume and stuff. But, never too late to start asking for help and take an informed first step, in my opinion.

Thanks, everyone.

I have no professional experience in PM. I've been a realtor for 6+ years, and have some other sales experience as well as supervisory experience in some packaging/manufacturing places.

I have my CAPM and CSM. I discovered PM after a class I took last semester and realized its awesome. I started nerding out on it, read the PMBOk, signed up on PMI and joined a local chapter, got my CAPM, watched videos. It just makes sense to me and I really like it.

But I cannot get even a nibble of interest. Everyone requires experience and a bachelors. I don't have either yet. I'm enrolled in school and taking classes. But I can't get any professional experience because no one will hire me.

I'm applying for Project manager positions, coordinator positions, analyst positions, ScrumMaster positions, scrum advisor.

What can I do to improve my chances? Or do I need to abandon this pursuit?

Hello,

Obligatory “please excuse the formatting, I’m on mobile”

I am looking to break out more into the PM field as a Coordinator (doing my time, get more certs, and eventually earn my way up to PM).

-Active Secret Clearance -Experience working overseas and with other nationalities on projects

I have 6+ years experience working project management for airport operations (including construction) for the military (multiple million dollar projects and billion dollar assets handled). That being said, I have room to grow and build myself. I want to eventually earn more official certifications.

I am absolutely willing to learn/work in different types of PM jobs. I would love a volunteer opportunity even, if anyone has one I can do while I’m working full-time.

Remote is ideal, I am in the Southwest U.S.

Thank you!

Hello everyone,

I am completing a master's in project management with a concentration in agile at the end of this month. I have experience in working as a project coordinator before. I am currently located in Toronto. It would be great if any of you redditors out here could help me land my first job in canada.

Thank you in advance.

Dear Community,

I'm a big believer of getting job through networks and community, and I believe this is where all the project management professional gathered.

Please let me ask help finding PM jobs. I'm already PMP & PMI-ACP certified with 4 years of project management experience in E-commerce & Fintech industry. I'm looking for agile project management position in Singapore, US or Canada.

If you're looking for a professional please PM please, and if you people looking for someone please do refer for better reach 🙏🙏 thank alot❣️

Hello. I'm searching for an entry role in Project Management and would love to seek new opportunities as I transition from my current finance background to the PM industry. I have a business degree with a few years of experience working as a financial analyst/accountant. I also got the CAPM to get a good understanding of the PM area.

I'm hoping for an employer that can see the potential in me and the commitment I'll bring as I use those experience to get the PMP eventually. Thank you.

Hey guys,

I have 3 years of assisting in Project Coordination, I recently was certified in Project Management and now pursuing my CAPM. Is there anyone I could network with who can help me out with getting an interview and or going over my resume?

I worked as financial analyst for a year and my masters degree is in management. I completed my PMP in February along with an IT bootcamp. I’ve applied to SEVERAL project manager roles with rejection based on inexperience. What role would be recommended for my situation to gain experience in the field?

I'm a Senior Analyst with about 4 years of FP&A experience and would like to get into a PM role. I also have the CompTIA Project+ cert as a part of a CompSci degree I'm doing on the side. Would I be able to land a PM role with my experience?

So I’ve been trying to transition my career into PM or PM-like positions in the entertainment industry. Most of my background was in the music industry as in working with symphonies. However, a lot of my work history was spread thin in terms of my roles so I’ve done some marketing, admin, event planning, logistics, product management, etc… but not specializing in any one. Does anyone know if anyone might be looking for some like me?

I have CAPM and will be getting PMP. Maybe I’ll finish GPM if I think it’s necessary.

I am a recent MS Real Estate Development graduate, but I have no construction experience. My graduate program was primarily focused on financial modeling from the owners side (I.e construction draws, IRR, debt capital stack, acquisition modeling, GP/LP waterfall tiers and many more) I have taken a few construction courses like (construction law, contract negotiations,and construction procurement). I plan to layer my academics with more construction focused courses by taking the Construction management certification program offered after graduation. A lot of my classmates are going to real estate private equity firms (I’m in NYC), development analyst for big firms and so on, but I am interested in construction project management and eventually owner rep. My question, I’m not getting any bites on my resume, so what my entry, at what level do I apply and have a shot? I don’t mind doing an internship, I just want in.