Explore Project Lead Jobs

Project Leads guide teams from initial planning through delivery, keeping work aligned with business goals, timelines, and budgets. Browse vetted Project Lead opportunities on Ladders, where roles pay $100,000 or more and span industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, consulting, and operations.

What Does a Project Lead Do?

A Project Lead coordinates people, priorities, and resources to move projects forward. Depending on the organization, the role may include defining scope, building schedules, managing risks, facilitating communication, tracking progress, and resolving obstacles. Project Leads often work with stakeholders across departments and help ensure that deliverables meet agreed standards.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Experience with project planning, budget oversight, risk management, and collaboration tools can also be valuable. Some roles prioritize expertise in a particular field, while others emphasize formal project management methods or certifications.

Project Lead Career Paths

Project Lead positions can provide a path toward senior project management, program management, portfolio leadership, or broader operations roles. Responsibilities and titles vary by company, so review each listing for the scope of work, team structure, required experience, and compensation details.

Find a Project Lead Role on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000. Compare roles by industry, location, and requirements to find Project Lead jobs that match your experience and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading projects that enhance customer experience and optimize sales performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and improve CRM data qua...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$172K - $259K *

Take ownership of diverse Cybersecurity projects, driving execution and management while fostering relationships with sponsors and partners. Lead a team to deliver innovative R&D solutions that addres...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $286K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse Super Intelligence projects, driving execution and innovation while collaborating with government sponsors and industry partners to deliver impactful R&D solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee medium-sized transmission and distribution projects, ensuring accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and quality. Coordinate cross-functional teams, identify risks, and develop c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a pivotal role in guiding military problem curation through qualification and scoping, ensuring high standards for university cohorts. Lead a team, manage workflows, and enhance operational effic...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $195K *

Lead a dynamic Sprint Team, guiding technical direction and code quality while mentoring developers. Drive the adoption of AI-assisted tools and ensure alignment with cloud-native architecture standar...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic Sprint Team, guiding technical direction, mentoring developers, and ensuring high code quality while aligning with cloud-native, AI-augmented architecture st...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $200K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams to innovate undersea warfare systems, managing complex programs from concept to production. Drive financial planning, resource allocation, and risk management to meet nati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in modernizing legacy processes through application development, guiding organizational integration while leveraging 10+ years of technical expertise and mentoring teams in engineering...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$112K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of operational excellence, providing leadership and technical expertise to ensure quality and consistency across functional lines and driving continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic role that blends design and technical expertise, guiding projects from concept to completion while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutio...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion specialized military medical training services, overseeing program coordination, instructor supervision, and quality control to ensure effective training execution for Marine Forces Special O...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful human data projects by scoping, designing, and managing tasks from start to finish. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure quality and timely results, while handling sensitive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver exceptional project management for subsea equipment, ensuring timely delivery, stakeholder engagement, and client satisfaction while optimizing resources and mitigating risks throughout the pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading strategic water projects across multiple states. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project delivery, mentor staff, and drive business development initiatives in...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in overseeing strategic project execution, ensuring compliance and quality across workforce development initiatives while fostering team growth and continuous improvement in a dynamic...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of workforce development by leading strategic projects, ensuring compliance, and driving performance. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance service delivery and support employe...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate enterprise compliance by leading strategic projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations while driving operational effect...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to lead the setup and optimization of advanced manufacturing lines, ensuring process excellence and supporting critical defense programs in a dynamic production environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading client-focused analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering technical excellence through innovative software solutions and effective team management, ensuring alignment with project goals and operational commitments within a fast...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $154K *

Bring your expertise to lead the design and development of technology solutions. You'll manage project timelines, ensure quality delivery, mentor team members, and communicate project updates, alignin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering innovative technology solutions while mentoring a team of developers to enhance productivity and ensure high-quality standards across the software developme...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by leading teams in the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software. Drive innovation and enhance processes to meet developmental schedules and...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Project Lead?question toggle

    A Project Lead coordinates a project’s work, people, and priorities to support delivery within agreed goals, timelines, and resources. The exact scope varies by employer and industry.

  • What does a Project Lead do day to day?question toggle

    Typical responsibilities may include coordinating team members, tracking milestones, communicating with stakeholders, managing risks, addressing blockers, and monitoring deliverables and budgets.

  • What qualifications are needed for Project Lead jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Employers may look for relevant industry experience, leadership and communication skills, project planning experience, and familiarity with project management tools or methodologies. Some positions prefer or require certifications.

  • How can I find Project Lead jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and use available filters to narrow opportunities by factors such as location and industry.

  • What careers can follow a Project Lead role?question toggle

    Depending on experience and organization, Project Leads may advance into senior project management, program management, portfolio leadership, or operations leadership roles.