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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$132K - $225K *

Lead and manage complex real estate projects across the Eastern region, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Foster team collaboration and drive innovative solutions while aligning with busi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing multiple commercial construction projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Collaborate with teams, maintain client relationships, and uphold safety and quality...

3 days ago

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

$117K - $177K *

Empower cross-functional collaboration by coordinating strategic programs, enhancing community engagement, and driving effective onboarding for Customer Success Managers in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $177K *

Shape the future by coordinating cross-functional programs that enhance collaboration and community for Customer Success Managers, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience and fostering a culture of...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of multi-family residential construction by leading project execution, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams. Drive innovative solutions and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $130K *

Oversee project planning, scheduling, and cost management while ensuring compliance with quality standards and effective communication among teams and clients. Drive successful construction project ex...

Reposted yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Elevate project accounting excellence by leading a high-performing team, ensuring accurate job costing and financial reporting across branches, and partnering with leadership to drive profitability an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by managing diverse construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to achieve quality outcomes and drive p...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$72K - $93K *

Unlock potential by managing design and construction projects at a major airport. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee schedules, and ensure quality control while enhancing facilities with minimal s...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of architectural projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring client satisfaction, managing budgets, and fostering trusted relationships throughout the project lifecycle...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing capital projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution from planning to turnover, while maintain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead the execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with goals and stakeholder needs. Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $165K *

Transform IT infrastructure by leading complex projects, including cloud migrations and network modernization. Manage full project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment across...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT infrastructure projects, driving cloud migrations and network modernization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to o...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on structural designs and analyses. Support project phases from conceptual design to construction, ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective use of CAD tools a...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading structural design projects, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions. Utilize CAD tools to create accurate models and support constru...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing IT projects that align with strategic business goals, ensuring timely delivery and effective collaboration across teams to drive impactful technology solutions and operatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform project management by leading cross-functional teams, driving accountability, and ensuring successful delivery of IT initiatives that align with business goals. Collaborate effectively to op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $215K *

Drive project success by leading multiple large-scale construction projects from pre-development to closeout. Ensure budget adherence, schedule management, and quality control while fostering collabor...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role overseeing medium to large IT projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, manage project scopes, and implement effective communication strateg...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Explore a pivotal role leading complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to completion. Leverage your project management expertise to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex projects, ensuring quality and financial performance while mentoring staff and maintaining client relationships. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance project del...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion the successful delivery of multiple projects, leading teams and managing client expectations while ensuring project health, scope, schedule, and budget adherence for optimized outcomes throug...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...

Victoria, BCRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative capital planning and project management. Lead assessments, nurture client relationships, and mentor a talented team while delivering impactful solutions in a...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical 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.