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.

Find Director of Project Management Jobs on Ladders

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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$95K - $115K *

Drive the successful execution of retail banking branch renovations, managing multiple projects with a focus on quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Drive project success by managing tender processes, overseeing costs, and resolving disputes. Collaborate with teams to ensure transparency and effective communication, while thriving in a dynamic env...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Drive successful battery energy storage projects by managing installations, ensuring quality, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $143K *

Champion strategic partnerships by managing relationships, ensuring commitments are met, and translating partner needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate across teams to drive successful onboar...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by leading a fullstack engineering group focused on AI-driven attack simulations. Drive innovation, coach talent, and ensure seamless workflows in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust project management portfolio, optimizing planning and execution processes at the Space Weather Prediction Center. Drive continuous improvement and support lead...

Boulder, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead multiple real estate projects in financial services, managing planning, execution, and closeout with a focus on MEP systems and automation. Your strategic insight will drive su...

Detroit, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $105K *

Drive strategic success in large-scale electrical transmission projects by overseeing estimating, pre-construction, and execution phases, ensuring seamless coordination across multiple companies and e...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $164K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on AI-first development. Drive software delivery and quality for a high-volume platform while fostering collaboration across departmen...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $164K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client success by strategically advising high-impact clients, fostering executive relationships, and driving solution adoption while mitigating risks and ensuring measurab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower the clinical transformation of EHR systems, ensuring alignment with dialysis care standards across 2,600 clinics. Lead project management efforts, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive...

Waltham, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion enablement initiatives across Technical and Sales domains, partnering with experts to define and execute programs. Lead content development, delivery, and continuous improvement efforts to en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic planning and operational excellence for a dynamic Marketing & Communications team. Own budgeting, resource management, and cross-functional partnerships while leading initiatives that...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $183K *

Champion the evolution of a leading SaaS platform by guiding a global team of architects. Drive modernization, scalability, and security while establishing standards and collaborating across departmen...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K *

Join a team that's driving impactful cross-functional initiatives by leading strategic delivery efforts. Leverage your project management expertise to align complex projects with enterprise priorities...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$138K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading complex product initiatives across technical domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic direction into actionable plans, ensuring measurable out...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing the ATL program, ensuring seamless cross-functional execution and delivery. Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to drive accountability and maintain program h...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading and scaling a capture organization in the space sector. Drive strategic pursuits, manage a talented team, and enhance capture processes to secure new business opportunit...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming business readiness and deployment excellence across the Americas, ensuring seamless Oracle E-Business Suite upgrades while aligning regional priorities with global stra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex construction projects in critical utility environments, ensuring safety, coordination, and operational continuity while minimizing disruption. Manage teams and subcontractors to deliver h...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$159K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence across 25+ sites, overseeing facilities, real estate, and security operations to ensure safe, efficient environments that support high-quality care de...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate vendor management for a national remodel program, overseeing strategy, onboarding, and performance across hundreds of suppliers. Drive analytics and operational excellence to ensure timely, co...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of project delivery in a dynamic cleanroom environment. Drive timelines, budgets, and quality standards while collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders to transform complex...

Arizona, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead and transform large-scale retrofit and modernization projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high customer satisfaction while coordinating cross-functional teams and managing st...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project governance and support software rollouts in a remote role. Collaborate across teams, manage documentation, and enhance operational efficiency while ensuring successful project deliver...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.