Project Management Specialists wage levels in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

In San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, a Project Management Specialists job reaches Level III at $145,892 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 13-1082 · OEWS area 41940 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Project Management Specialists (SOC 13-1082), San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$89,399$42.98
Level II2$117,645$56.56
Level III3$145,892$70.14
Level IV4$174,138$83.72

Annual amounts are the hourly rate × 2,080, rounded up to the dollar.

Example

At $160,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $174,138 (+$14,138). Estimated odds without a US master's: 59% → 69%.

The level you register binds the petition. The salary must be a bona fide offer.

What this occupation covers

Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer.

OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864

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