Director of Project Management Jobs

Explore Director of Project Management jobs for experienced leaders who can turn business priorities into successful programs and projects. These senior roles typically oversee project management teams, guide portfolio execution, manage budgets and risks, and partner with executives and stakeholders to deliver measurable results. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Project Management Do?

A Director of Project Management establishes delivery practices and ensures projects align with organizational goals. Responsibilities may include prioritizing initiatives, monitoring schedules and budgets, resolving cross-functional roadblocks, reporting progress to leadership, and improving processes across a project portfolio. The scope varies by company, industry, and organizational structure.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers often seek a track record leading complex projects or programs, managing teams, and communicating effectively with senior stakeholders. Useful strengths include strategic planning, financial oversight, risk management, change leadership, negotiation, and familiarity with project management frameworks and collaboration tools. Certifications such as PMP may be preferred for some roles, but requirements differ.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director-level project management roles are available across technology, healthcare, finance, construction, consulting, and other sectors. Depending on the organization, related titles may include Director of Program Management, PMO Director, or Director of Project Delivery. Review each listing to understand its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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Search Ladders for vetted Director of Project Management opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, and scope to identify positions that match your leadership experience and career goals.

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$148K - $243K *

Champion complex projects by collaborating with leaders to drive business process improvements, ensuring successful outcomes through effective team management and strategic problem-solving in a dynami...

South Carolina, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and quality standards...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Remote Sensing Department, delivering strategic and operational excellence by managing resources, optimizing processes, and ensuring high-quality outcomes in collaboration with various techni...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex project management initiatives across multiple channels in the pharmaceutical advertising sector. Oversee cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within budget while mentoring ju...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the start-up and commissioning of critical power systems for large-scale data centers. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder manag...

Arizona, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$66K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee and manage innovative research studies, ensuring protocol design, project operations, and compliance. Collaborate with experts to drive scientific objectives and enhance...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $185K *

Drive product management and commercialization efforts, leading innovation and revenue growth in retail payment accuracy solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to align product strategy with corpor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$177K - $290K *

Lead product vision by driving sustainability solutions and AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful reporting capabilities for global enterprises, ensuring alignme...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $188K *

Lead complex construction projects for federal clients, overseeing design, mobilization, and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and timely delivery while managing mul...

Washington DC, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Lead project portfolios from inception to completion, managing teams and client relationships. Drive financial outcomes and cultivate repeat business while ensuring project success in land development...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage multiple Corporate Performance Management projects, providing strategic guidance and ensuring timely deliverables. Utilize strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate tasks and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $155K *

Contribute to the success of hygienic sensors by owning product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market insights into actionable requirements. Lead product launches and manage lif...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive strategic healthcare marketing initiatives. Lead client relationships, oversee peer-to-peer programs, and mentor team members to ensure compliance and achieve results while fo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $140K *

Drive impactful AI initiatives by managing complex programs across portfolio companies. Collaborate with engineers and executives to ensure timely delivery, optimize operations, and enhance productivi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading large-scale wireless infrastructure projects. Drive excellence in deployment, client relations, and cross-functional coordination while managing complex programs from co...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in implementing enterprise software solutions in healthcare, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with financial and PCI standards while driving project success and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Take ownership of campaign lifecycles across multiple accounts, ensuring timely execution and quality control. Collaborate with clients and teams to streamline processes, manage capacity, and enhance...

Cheshire, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our product suite to elevate financial advisory capabilities through innovative AI solutions. Lead the entire product lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams to transform complex workflow...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $193K *

Lead the charge in managing development teams to deliver strategic legal applications, ensuring alignment with ROI goals. Drive innovation through effective mentoring, process implementation, and cros...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$195K - $230K *

Drive growth by leading go-to-market strategies for TMC partnerships, building and executing plans from the ground up. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product development and represent the...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product innovation. Own strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform customer insights into impactful solutions that drive business success and enh...

Alpharetta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic finance pilots to drive AI model training and evaluation. This hands-on role combines financial expertise and operational leadership to transform emerging proj...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $131K *

Manage onsite project activities to ensure compliance, quality, and timely execution. Collaborate with teams and subcontractors to solve issues and maintain schedules for projects exceeding $40M. Driv...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $118K *

Lead capital improvement projects in retail construction, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with clients, contractors, and vendors to achieve project goals while maintaining h...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Project Management do?question toggle

    A Director of Project Management leads project or program delivery across an organization. The role may include setting delivery standards, overseeing teams and budgets, managing risks, prioritizing initiatives, and communicating results to executives.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Project Management jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial project or program leadership experience, a record of delivering complex initiatives, and strong communication, planning, and team-management skills. Some roles prefer a PMP or another relevant certification; requirements vary.

  • How much do Director of Project Management jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information.

  • Where can I find Director of Project Management jobs?question toggle

    You can search Ladders for vetted Director of Project Management and related leadership opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use available filters to narrow results by location and other preferences.