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| Average Salary: | $95,200 |
| Salary Range: (10th – 90th Percentile) | $58,930 – $136,630 |
| Median Salary: $89,660 | Wage Mean: $45.77 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
North Dakota is a steady market for PMP® and CAPM® certified professionals, with consistent openings across technology, energy, government, and defense sectors. Fargo anchors demand with a mix of software, manufacturing, and agtech programs, while Bismarck drives hiring in energy, utilities, and public administration. Minot adds steady demand for defense and logistics project roles tied to Minot AFB and related contractors.
Recent job snapshots from Indeed show about 175–180 “Project Manager” postings statewide and around 35 roles explicitly referencing PMP® certification (Indeed PMP Jobs North Dakota). While the exact counts fluctuate daily, the demand signal remains steady as employers look for certified talent to lead energy projects, manufacturing expansions, and IT modernization initiatives.
The career outlook mirrors this demand. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6% growth in project management roles between 2024–2034, with nearly 78,200 openings annually from growth and replacement demand. Pay levels support this trend: Glassdoor estimates project manager salaries in North Dakota average ≈$93,500 statewide, with Fargo ≈$88.8K (Glassdoor Fargo) and Bismarck ≈$92.4K (Glassdoor Bismarck). Globally, the PMI® Salary Survey confirms PMP® holders earn about 33% more than their non-certified peers.
Current as of: February 2026
Microsoft — Cloud, data, and operations PM roles at the Fargo campus.
View roles → Microsoft Careers
Bobcat Company — Manufacturing and product PM positions across ND facilities.
View roles → Bobcat Careers
Basin Electric Power Cooperative — Energy and infrastructure PM opportunities statewide.
View roles → Basin Electric Careers
PMI South Dakota Chapter – Virtual CoP: Lee Lambert presenting AI & Human Factors, Oct 28, 2025. Details & calendar → PMISD
PMI Minnesota Chapter – Annual Member Meeting: Nov 17, 2025 (Minneapolis). PDUs + networking. Event details → PMI-MN
“Self-paced modules and full-length mocks made the difference—passed PMP on the first try and moved into an energy PM role in Bismarck.”
– Casey R., Bismarck project analyst
PMP® & CAPM® Certification Training Courses in North Dakota
Our PMP® Certification Training Program is PMI® Authorized with a 92% first-time pass rate—start your 7-day free trial today; cancel anytime.
CAPM® Certification Training Program: Get the 23 PMI®-required contact hours for CAPM®—start your 7-day free trial now; cancel anytime.
Project Management Salary in North Dakota
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| Average Salary: | $95,200 |
| Salary Range: (10th – 90th Percentile) | $58,930 – $136,630 |
| Median Salary: $89,660 | Wage Mean: $45.77 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
North Dakota is a steady market for PMP® and CAPM® certified professionals, with consistent openings across technology, energy, government, and defense sectors. Fargo anchors demand with a mix of software, manufacturing, and agtech programs, while Bismarck drives hiring in energy, utilities, and public administration. Minot adds steady demand for defense and logistics project roles tied to Minot AFB and related contractors.
Recent job snapshots from Indeed show about 175–180 “Project Manager” postings statewide and around 35 roles explicitly referencing PMP® certification (Indeed PMP Jobs North Dakota). While the exact counts fluctuate daily, the demand signal remains steady as employers look for certified talent to lead energy projects, manufacturing expansions, and IT modernization initiatives.
The career outlook mirrors this demand. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6% growth in project management roles between 2024–2034, with nearly 78,200 openings annually from growth and replacement demand. Pay levels support this trend: Glassdoor estimates project manager salaries in North Dakota average ≈$93,500 statewide, with Fargo ≈$88.8K (Glassdoor Fargo) and Bismarck ≈$92.4K (Glassdoor Bismarck). Globally, the PMI® Salary Survey confirms PMP® holders earn about 33% more than their non-certified peers.
Current as of: February 2026
Microsoft — Cloud, data, and operations PM roles at the Fargo campus.
View roles → Microsoft Careers
Bobcat Company — Manufacturing and product PM positions across ND facilities.
View roles → Bobcat Careers
Basin Electric Power Cooperative — Energy and infrastructure PM opportunities statewide.
View roles → Basin Electric Careers
PMI South Dakota Chapter – Virtual CoP: Lee Lambert presenting AI & Human Factors, Oct 28, 2025. Details & calendar → PMISD
PMI Minnesota Chapter – Annual Member Meeting: Nov 17, 2025 (Minneapolis). PDUs + networking. Event details → PMI-MN
“Self-paced modules and full-length mocks made the difference—passed PMP on the first try and moved into an energy PM role in Bismarck.”
– Casey R., Bismarck project analyst
