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 *

Develop innovative product strategies to enhance a dynamic platform for construction materials. Lead feature development, optimize user experience, and leverage data-driven insights while collaboratin...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of virtual care by managing cross-functional programs that enhance member access and health outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to ensure successful implementation and...

El Dorado Hills, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $231K *

Champion the Athena member experience by leading cross-functional teams to enhance vulnerability management and remediation processes, ensuring a seamless workflow for enterprise customers in a fast-p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the architectural landscape of large-scale, mission-critical data centers by leading multi-disciplinary teams through all design phases. Ensure projects meet high standards of quality, effic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$152K - $289K *

Lead the enterprise platform strategy and modernization efforts, driving innovation and automation to enhance business performance and agility while managing global engineering teams and aligning tech...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $251K *

Drive the planning and execution of Flight Software development programs, ensuring seamless coordination between engineering and program management for timely delivery of spacecraft software systems...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $125K *

Optimize workplace environments by leading occupancy planning and design management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions that enhance employee experience...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

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

$174K - $291K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise identity and access management strategies. Drive operational excellence, oversee IAM governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security a...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Optimize the Martech architecture by consolidating tools and enhancing collaboration between Engineering and Marketing. Drive strategy for data management, consent compliance, and analytics to create...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful infrastructure projects by managing performance, schedules, and financials while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and solving chal...

Lincoln, NERemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Elevate healthcare by providing clinical and technical support for cardiac mapping solutions. Collaborate with clinicians and sales teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive business growth in a dyn...

Santa Barbara, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $212K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading a dynamic team to enhance AI-driven chat and voice agents. Drive product growth, ensure answer quality, and collaborate across departments to create trusted solu...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $290K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance AI-driven chat and voice agents, ensuring customer trust and engagement. Drive product growth and activation while collaborating across engineering teams to deliver reli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Optimize legal operations and risk management across contracts and compliance. Drive strategic collaborations, enhance contract processes, and ensure alignment with business objectives while overseein...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $225K *

Manage the valuation process for private equity investments, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with investment teams and external providers while leading initiatives to enhance valuation p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $256K *

Transform your career by leading Apollo's data strategy, ensuring the highest quality B2B data for GTM success. Drive product vision, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance customer experiences t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $183K *

Transform how we operate by leading technology-driven initiatives that enhance business capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product strategies and drive measurable outcomes...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Empower financial strategy by leading planning, forecasting, and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, optimize decision-making, and enhance financial visibility in a...

Canton, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Champion the accounts payable process by leading a dynamic team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency from invoice receipt to payment. Collaborate across departments to enhance workflows and drive automat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to support clinical studies by managing site activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with site staff. Your role will enhance patient recruitment and streamline logis...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

Lead ERP implementations and transformations, managing projects from planning to deployment. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring quality delivery while meeting customer expectations across North...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$341K - $409K *

Unlock the potential of physical operations by leading a high-performing sales team. Drive strategic initiatives, coach managers, and foster a culture of growth and collaboration while delivering impa...

CanadaRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $224K *

Elevate clinical development by leading the strategy for biopharma platforms. Drive product lifecycles, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance while transforming workflows into...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in transforming FP&A through automation and AI, enhancing financial insights and strategic partnerships across the organization. Drive efficient planning, forecasting, and reporting to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $221K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and growth for sophisticated service pros. Collaborate with various teams to identify opportunities and deliver integrated solutions that enhance user exper...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.