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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$90K - $135K *

Manage diverse airport infrastructure projects, leading teams and liaising with clients and contractors while ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality outcomes in a collaborative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $135K *

Empower your career as a Project Manager, leading complex airport systems projects, ensuring effective stakeholder collaboration across design and implementation phases while managing schedules, budge...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $135K *

Manage diverse airport systems projects while collaborating with a team of experts. Ensure project execution, client satisfaction, and adherence to timeline and budget across airfield design and insta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of maritime infrastructure through innovative project management. Lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfa...

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring financial performance, scheduling, and client satisfaction while managing multiple projects concurrently and fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $205K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale electrical construction projects. Oversee budgets, schedules, and teams while ensuring quality and safety. Collaborate with clients and subcontractors to de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$91K - $117K *

Champion integrated behavioral health initiatives by leading operational, financial, and strategic projects across multiple sites, enhancing patient access and departmental growth while ensuring effec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-wide strategic initiatives driving performance and operational excellence. Partner with leaders to manage complex programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Transform project delivery by leading Agile teams, driving innovations, and fostering collaboration. Utilize your expertise to streamline processes, enhance team performance, and ensure alignment in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $210K *

Lead large-scale commercial and multifamily projects, overseeing all phases from preconstruction to closeout. Manage and mentor project teams while ensuring financial performance and client satisfacti...

2 weeks ago

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

$173K - $224K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance contract strategies, improve provider access, and drive operational excellence in healthcare delivery. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and foster rel...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $88K *

Lead the charge in overseeing project execution and strategic planning, ensuring compliance and quality across workforce development functions while fostering team growth and operational excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior leader in Portfolio Management, driving strategic alignment and investment decisions. Lead initiatives that connect enterprise priorities with measurable outcomes, ensu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Deliver exceptional project outcomes by leading teams, managing finances, and fostering client relationships. Drive strategic execution and mentor staff while ensuring compliance and quality across mu...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering large, complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering collaboration and accountability among project teams and stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer successful delivery of complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Lead teams, manage client relationships, and drive collaboration for predictable outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional experiential marketing projects. Oversee complex initiatives from start to finish, empowering project managers while ensuring quality and efficiency. Driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $115K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex software projects on time. Collaborate with engineering and product stakeholders to manage project plans, track progress, and resolve issues, ensuring al...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Elevate healthcare access by leading a multi-county cancer screening initiative. Oversee implementation, governance, and partner coordination while ensuring performance monitoring and grant compliance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $220K *

Lead diverse infrastructure projects, manage client relationships, and oversee project delivery while ensuring financial success and team coordination in a dynamic environment...

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

$175K - $190K *

Drive strategic, cross-functional technology programs, ensuring effective management of EOL/EOS initiatives while coordinating with diverse teams to enhance operational resilience and mitigate lifecyc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading complex engineering initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering team collaboration and continuous improve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $172K *

Shape and lead complex, high-impact projects within Information Services, enhancing governance and standards while mentoring project managers to ensure successful delivery of organizational initiative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$107K - $172K *

Champion project excellence by leading complex, cross-functional initiatives. Drive governance, enhance visibility, and mentor teams to ensure successful delivery of organizational goals while fosteri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex healthcare capital projects, ensuring strategic oversight and successful delivery while fostering client relationships and mentoring project teams in a dynamic envi...

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  •   8 - 10 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.