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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$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical device innovation by leading R&D projects, ensuring compliance, and driving successful commercialization. Collaborate across teams to meet project goals...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead project teams to success by managing budgets, schedules, and quality control. Drive collaboration and mentorship while ensuring safety and efficiency from concept to completion in commercial cons...

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

$100K - $155K *

Champion project success by leading teams in construction management, fostering client relationships, and ensuring financial control. Drive project execution and strategy while maintaining high standa...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $155K *

Champion project success by leading teams in construction management, ensuring client satisfaction, financial control, and effective collaboration across all project phases. Drive growth and develop r...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Drive project success by leading medium-to-large initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards and delivering results through effective team collaboration and risk management. Your expertise will gu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while managing risks and resources effectively for successful project delive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive success in major IT programs by leading planning, execution, and resource management. Collaborate with teams to ensure technical milestones and budgets are met, while fostering innovation and st...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage a portfolio of complex healthcare projects, driving operational growth and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop actionable plans, ensuring successful execution a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage complex projects from planning to delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful execution and communication of project goals, timelines, and resource...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $144K *

Collaborate to drive compliance readiness and standards development for NERC regulations, ensuring sustainable adherence across the organization while influencing regulatory requirements and managing...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $161K *

Join a team that's driving impactful tenant improvement projects for a high-profile e-commerce client. As a Project Manager I, you'll coordinate project teams, manage scope, cost, and schedule, ensuri...

1 week ago

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

$233K - $356K *

Champion strategic planning, execution, and governance for product candidates from discovery through commercialization, guiding cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with corporate priorities and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $177K *

Engage in leading complex defense projects, managing technical teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Drive project execution, mentor engineers, and develop innovative solutions that enhance milit...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $163K *

Transform project delivery by leading strategies and managing resources to ensure timely, safe, and budget-friendly execution while fostering client satisfaction and team collaboration throughout all...

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as you manage IT projects, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical execution while driving teams towards successful outcomes and timely delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform commercial construction by leading projects, managing teams, ensuring compliance, and maximizing efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive success across various sectors, including...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee engineering delivery and project management, ensuring timely, on-budget execution across multiple technical disciplines. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive project success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering efforts for high-security infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless design execution and compliance. Serve as the primary technical liaison, managing multidisciplinary teams to deliv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Lead the successful execution of capital projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with budgets, deadlines, and quality standards while fostering effective communication with stakehol...

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

$245K - $330K *

Lead the charge in shaping engineering operational programs that align with business goals. Drive success through strategic management of technical initiatives, mentoring teams, and ensuring program p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale water and wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with contracts, budgets, and schedules while fostering collaboration and mentoring construction professionals...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data delivery! Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage workflows, and bridge business and technical teams to drive impactful analytics solutions. Your expertise will en...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management across multiple construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction and financial performance from initiation to completion wh...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology operations by leading complex programs that drive business transformation, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure strategic ali...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards while collaborating with diverse stakeholders...

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  •   Less than 5 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.