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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$71K - $106K *

Support project coordination by tracking deliverables, managing timelines, and facilitating meetings. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with PMO standards while maintaining documentati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Reimagine project coordination by supporting planning, tracking, and reporting across multiple workstreams. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with PMO standards while managing timeline...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Engage in project coordination and management, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with PMO standards. Collaborate across teams to track budgets, risks, and progress while facilitating effectiv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Support project coordination by managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables. Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment with PMO standards while facilitating meetings and reporting on project stat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Optimize project coordination by managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with PMO standards while facilitating meetings and reporting on projec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Shape the future of project management by coordinating activities across multiple workstreams, tracking deliverables, and ensuring alignment with PMO standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to coordinate project activities, track deliverables, and support reporting efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with PMO standards while managing multiple pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Manage project activities across multiple workstreams, ensuring timely deliverables, budget adherence, and effective communication with stakeholders. Support project reporting and align with PMO metho...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to coordinating project activities, tracking deliverables, and ensuring alignment with PMO standards. Leverage your organizational skills to support stakeholders and drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage cross-functional projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication among teams. Mentor new members and navigate project challenges while maintaini...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse design teams, overseeing project deliverables, and ensuring client needs are met with high-performance and sustainable outcomes. Collaborate and communicate effecti...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget. Foster customer relationships, oversee project coordination, and mentor junior Project Managers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the construction management function for the Faro Mine Remediation Project, ensuring safe, efficient project execution while overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and compliance with health and saf...

Faro, YTIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$96K - $132K *

Unlock the potential of cross-functional teams by driving impactful cost reduction and value engineering initiatives. Lead complex projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead complex, multi-million-dollar projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse teams and clients to overcome challenges and drive innovative solutions...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of complex projects by leading multi-million-dollar initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while fostering...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead multidisciplinary projects from concept to completion, ensuring effective communication and budget management. Collaborate with creative teams and clients to deliver exceptional results while men...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Lead project operations and ensure timely, high-quality delivery of exhibit fabrication and construction projects. Collaborate closely with teams and external partners, while managing budgets, timelin...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technology-driven capital construction programs, managing multiple high-budget projects while ensuring seamless integration of IT and facilities systems in a collaborative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading aerospace projects from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget while driving continuous i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead aerospace projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Lead the execution of electrical construction projects, ensuring safety, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Drive project management methodologies, foster client relationships, and promote cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join our team to lead electrical construction projects, ensuring safety, profitability, and customer satisfaction while fostering strong relationships and driving continuous improvement across all ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering high-quality design-build projects. Oversee project management, from estimating to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to safety and qualit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $220K *

Optimize global transformation initiatives by leading strategic PMO efforts, ensuring alignment across critical workstreams, and driving operational excellence for a major client partnership in the te...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.