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 *

Oversee complex client implementations by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope, while driving alignment and managing risks to enhance the client onb...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Lead the charge in managing major tunnel construction projects, overseeing teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and f...

Frederick, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy in Chemical & Workplace Safety by leading initiatives from discovery to delivery. Collaborate across teams to balance customer needs and business goals, driving measurable o...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $125K *

Lead the charge in diverse control system projects, overseeing tasks and teams while ensuring successful project completion. Collaborate with stakeholders and provide engineering support, driving qual...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $145K *

Unlock project success by leading complex planning strategies and schedule management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive execution, mitigate risks, and enhance performance while ensurin...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $177K *

Shape the future of developer tooling by leading strategy and governance for an enterprise ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance developer experience, drive automation, and ens...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution of project goals while mitigating risks and maintaining budgets. Leverage your expertise to enhance operatio...

Chandler, AZRemote

Yesterday

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

$115K - $165K *

Lead the commissioning of critical facilities by managing project life cycles, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Drive project success through effective co...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing rail projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client relationships while managing project delivery...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading IT operations and identity management, transforming strategy into action. Drive technical excellence in Microsoft Entra ID, endpoint platforms, and SaaS integrations while...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the transformation of innovative technologies into market-ready products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs, prototype solutions, and drive commercialization fr...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of mobile broadcasting by leading technical operations, ensuring show readiness, and delivering exceptional live production experiences while mentoring teams and managing client r...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery in the Telco services sector by managing complex initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals while maintaining timelines...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the evolution of online educational platforms by collaborating with diverse teams, championing user needs, and managing product roadmaps to enhance the overall learning experience for students a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $215K *

Champion strategic sales initiatives by leading a high-performing pod, driving complex SaaS partnerships with top law firms, and fostering executive-level relationships to enhance client engagement an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $155K *

Contribute to the success of hygienic sensors by owning product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market insights into actionable requirements. Lead product launches and manage lif...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Help us lead client support for the RTSM application post-clinical study go-live. You'll manage sponsor communications, troubleshoot issues, and enhance system performance while ensuring a positive su...

Wellesley, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K *

Champion the delivery of cross-functional initiatives, aligning teams and strategies to drive measurable business impact while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement in a dynamic environme...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$147K - $274K *

Empower innovation by leading applied AI research initiatives that shape product features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex problems into impactful AI solutions, mentoring...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$185K *

Accelerate software development by leading a team of engineers, driving technical strategy, and ensuring delivery of scalable, customer-focused solutions with operational excellence...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $183K *

Transform the aerospace certification landscape by leading process development, ensuring compliance with DO-178C standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality softwa...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.