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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$225K - $275K *
Redefine integration capabilities in a dynamic data monetization platform. Drive strategy, architecture, and execution of integrations while collaborating with engineering teams. Ensure clarity and re...
4 weeks ago
$92K - $166K *
Transform supply chain efficiency by managing purchase orders, resolving delays, and driving supplier accountability. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure timely delivery, contributing...
3 days ago
Technical Leader - Substation Automation
$98K - $164K *
Explore innovative technical architectures and solutions in energy management. Collaborate with teams to deliver digital substations and automation systems while engaging with customers from design to...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $130K *
Transform data engineering by architecting scalable pipelines and optimizing healthcare data solutions. Lead teams to enhance data quality and compliance while driving innovation and strategic alignme...
4 days ago
$135K - $155K *
Oversee complex project delivery, ensuring alignment with client goals and financial control. Lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and drive proactive actions for successful outcomes using estab...
6 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive strategic contract management and proposal development within the Defense and Civil Space Market, leveraging extensive federal contracting expertise to foster relationships and navigate complex...
1 week ago
$210K - $300K *
Transform technical landscapes by leading architecture design, ensuring scalable solutions, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology with business goals while evaluating...
1 week ago
$140K - $180K *
Engage with key stakeholders to manage contracts and proposals, leveraging extensive federal contracting expertise to drive strategic outcomes in the Defense and Civil Space Market while fostering col...
6 days ago
Multi-disciplinary Project Manager
$85K - $130K *
Grow and lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to deliver high-quality results while managing budgets, schedules, and relati...
3 weeks ago
Lead Electrical Engineer, Datacenter
$138K - $184K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of mission critical facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high availability and efficiency in data center inf...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's driving innovation by leveraging your technical expertise to lead and mentor engineers, enhance product performance, and deliver high-quality, cloud-native solutions across diverse...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project implementations and enhancements for restaurant brands. Lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring customer satisfaction while managing time...
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Pursuit Leader - Digital Infrastructure (REMOTE)
$100K - $150K *
Reimagine the bid management process by leading strategic pursuits in the technology sector. Drive client engagement, develop tailored proposals, and enhance win strategies while collaborating across...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across Business Units, ensuring accurate forecasting, insightful reporting, and effective execution. Collaborate closely with GMs to enhance perform...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$105K - $158K *
Manage the successful delivery of healthcare IT projects, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliance with standards while driving customer engagement and adoption across acute care environments...
5 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion impactful People Projects by managing cross-functional initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving measurable outcomes. Help shape the future of HR processes and project management in a...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of hygienic sensors by leading product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market success. Engage with customers and stakeholders to ensure product alignment wit...
5 days ago
Senior Project Manager, Capital Projects
$150K - $175K *
Drive capital improvement projects across a national student housing portfolio, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption. Lead project teams, manage scopes, and deliver high-impact r...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform analytics at the forefront of innovation by leading Power BI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful visual reporting, drive insights, and support forward-thin...
3 weeks ago
Chief Engineer Principal - Software
$118K - $204K *
Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...
5 days ago
Lead Product Manager - Provider Direct Connect
$126K - $173K *
Champion the development of Provider Direct Connect capabilities, driving product vision and strategy while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance provider engagement and deliver scalabl...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by managing revenue recognition and billing operations. Lead a team to ensure accurate financial data, compliance with regulations, and timely invoicing while providing insightful...
3 weeks ago
Program Chief Engineer, Cyclops (Remote considered)
$190K - $275K *
Elevate technical excellence as the Chief Engineer, guiding multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success through robust architecture, requirements management, and strategic decision-making in com...
3 weeks ago
$138K - $201K *
Architect cloud-based data solutions and drive enterprise data strategy. Leverage advanced analytics and modern data architectures to enhance operational efficiency and compliance in healthcare data m...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager Product
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and quality standards...
1 week ago
What is a Project Lead?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Depending on experience and organization, Project Leads may advance into senior project management, program management, portfolio leadership, or operations leadership roles.