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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$110K - $130K *

Lead EMR strategy and manage vendor relationships to drive operational excellence. Oversee the EMR Solution Specialist team, ensuring compliance and quality in system procedures while enhancing EMR su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $185K *

Empower teams by leading product marketing for innovative defense tech solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to shape strategies, develop compelling narratives, and execute impactful ca...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $172K *

Take ownership of Virtual Construction Management for data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, manage VDC models, and drive project success through effective communication and co...

Alexandria, LARemote

4 weeks ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in building a dynamic Corporate Development function, driving strategic growth through investments and M&A. Collaborate with executives to identify opportunities that enhance market le...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $296K *

Empower your career by leading delivery teams to provide exceptional IT services. Collaborate with experts to innovate solutions that exceed customer expectations while managing incidents and fosterin...

Nebraska, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive project success by managing ATM installations for retail banks, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Leverage your expertise to coordinate activities, mitigate risks, and mentor t...

Beaufort, SCRemote

2 days ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Innovate business processes and drive transformation in operational excellence across diverse functions, enhancing efficiency and performance through strategic leadership and collaboration with cross...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex software projects, ensuring alignment with product goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to produc...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving innovation and operational excellence in digital services. This role involves project management, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic execution to ensure successfu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion our financial growth by leading a dynamic finance team to scale operations, enhance reporting, and drive strategic initiatives during a pivotal growth phase, ensuring robust integration and i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $309K *

Drive impactful data science and engineering initiatives in Finance, leading a high-performing team to enhance decision-making through trusted data, advanced analytics, and AI capabilities while foste...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$77K - $101K *

Empower your career as you collaborate on innovative AI solutions, driving product delivery and operational excellence. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and support clien...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$181K - $208K *

Lead the charge in enterprise transformation and AI enablement, driving strategic initiatives and measurable outcomes through collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to enhance bu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of revenue operations by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance pipeline efficiency and forecasting accuracy in a dynamic e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $180K *

Lead contract administration and compliance initiatives, ensuring robust contract terms, effective negotiations, and regulatory adherence while managing a team and partnering with cross-functional uni...

Springfield, NJRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $155K *

Lead the strategic management of a diverse property portfolio, enhancing site performance and revenue through effective negotiations and cross-functional collaboration. Drive initiatives that maximize...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$93K - $150K *

Empower operational excellence by leading pilot implementations, engaging with customers, and translating insights into scalable solutions. Drive measurable outcomes while navigating complex environme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in cloud security engineering by managing a team of experts to design and implement robust security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, ensuring compliance and operational excellence...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower project success by managing resources, schedules, and budgets from contract to completion. Lead teams, ensure safety compliance, and deliver high-quality results while fostering collaboration...

Livermore, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $175K *

Transform client engagements by leading strategic planning, execution, and delivery across multiple projects. Ensure timely, high-quality outcomes while managing budgets, risks, and stakeholder expect...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a leading patient services organization by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for HUB operations, ensuring compliance, quality, and client satisfaction whi...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving solution definitions and collaborating across teams to translate business needs into effective application software solutions, enhancing product concepts at various organiz...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$218K - $256K *

Lead the charge in shaping IT strategy and operations for a remote-first SaaS company. Drive service delivery, enhance employee technology experiences, and build a high-performing IT organization whil...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $248K *

Advance our product strategy by leading the integration of data center operations into Prism, enhancing diagnostics and decision-making for operators and executives alike. Collaborate with cross-funct...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Shape the future of media effectiveness by driving sales and client relationships. Leverage your expertise in analytics and insights to identify opportunities, lead proposals, and enhance client satis...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.