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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$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

1 week 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

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team by facilitating software rollouts and infrastructure deployments. You'll manage project governance, coordinate executive forums, and support internal communications in a fully remote...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading comprehensive Oracle Primavera implementations. Leverage your expertise to analyze processes, define solutions, and support clients through the entire project lifecycl...

Half Moon Bay, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate the delivery of complex, cross-functional programs by leading strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with client objectives and operational excellenc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Help us drive project success by managing AV integration projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering collaboration within...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in clinical operations, enhancing client partnerships, and driving account growth. This role demands expertise in managing global teams and navigatin...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Take ownership of client-facing projects, ensuring alignment with objectives and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement while managing client relationsh...

Overland Park, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead Oracle Cloud EPM projects, ensuring timely delivery and high quality. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage resources to achieve project objectives, fostering team success and effective commun...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the transition of projects from development to execution, overseeing estimating, cost forecasting, and scheduling. Manage a team while ensuring alignment with EPC budgets and schedules, driving p...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of education by owning content strategy for assessments. Collaborate with experts and district leaders to enhance quality and drive adoption, leveraging insights to inform product dir...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $182K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and business intelligence, overseeing finance and accounting functions. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance processes, drive improvements, and...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$221K - $260K *

Lead the execution of multi-facility clean energy campuses, overseeing complex solar, wind, and battery projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure operational excellence and strategic alignmen...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform global data migration and AI automation strategies, leading teams to enhance delivery quality and customer value. Drive innovation, operational excellence, and scalable methodologies while f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming organizational culture and effectiveness by partnering with senior leaders to embed impactful behaviors and practices. Drive measurable change and foster collaboration...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $136K *

Champion the end-to-end management of products, driving innovation and customer satisfaction while achieving business objectives through strategic insights and collaboration with cross-functional team...

Charlotte, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $258K *

Lead the strategy and evolution of a healthcare data platform, ensuring data quality and compliance while managing a team of Technical Product Managers to deliver impactful solutions across the enterp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead financial strategy and analysis, driving performance management and decision support. Collaborate with executives to translate business goals into actionable financial plans an...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us in providing strategic financial leadership to enhance planning, forecasting, and performance management. Collaborate with executives to translate business strategies into actionable financial...

Maitland, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth strategies within HHS, leveraging market insights and technology to identify opportunities and enhance mission impact. Engage directly with stakeholders...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $203K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive revenue growth through strategic service sales, enhancing client satisfaction and implementing best practices in Professional Services. Collaborate cross-functionally to o...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $134K *

Optimize project delivery by managing energy efficiency construction initiatives, ensuring compliance, quality control, and budget adherence, while fostering strong client relationships and overseeing...

Indiana, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex public safety projects, ensuring timely delivery and high customer satisfaction. Oversee a diverse portfolio while collaborating with cross-functional teams to driv...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.