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.
$160K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading product marketing initiatives that empower healthcare teams. Drive sales enablement, module marketing, and customer expansion, while shaping messaging and content that reso...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Optimize program delivery by leading complex projects from proposal to execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure customer commitments are met while mentoring junior p...
1 week ago
Head of Reseller & Embedded Solutions
$210K - $263K *
Join a team that's redefining indirect sales strategies by building and scaling reseller and embedded partner programs. Drive significant revenue growth through strategic alliances and cross-functiona...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive mobile engineering excellence across diverse product teams, ensuring strategic direction, fostering collaboration, and enhancing delivery. Lead managers, shape architecture, and cultivate a prod...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Reimagine the landscape of regulatory compliance by guiding the development and implementation of extended producer responsibility programs, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements while collabor...
3 weeks ago
Principal Architect - Data Governance
$174K - $224K *
Empower organizations by shaping data governance strategies that enhance security, compliance, and operational resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful governance solut...
1 week ago
$150K - $190K *
Lead the charge in program controls integration, overseeing cost, scheduling, and forecasting functions. Drive governance standards and analytical frameworks to enhance program predictability and fina...
2 weeks ago
Sr Advanced Program Performance Management Analyst & Scheduler
$130K - $140K *
Unlock your potential as a leader in program performance management, guiding teams in cost and schedule development for high-value engineering programs. Collaborate across functions to drive success i...
1 week ago
Implementation & Change Management Lead
$125K - $145K *
Lead the AirHub implementation, coordinating complex enterprise initiatives and ensuring operational readiness across cross-functional teams, from UAT to production rollouts, enhancing user support an...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Software Engineering
$126K - $210K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate data operations by leading collection strategies for terabyte-scale data. Oversee field operations, ensure data reliability, and collaborate with engineering teams to optimize performance and...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager, CODISCOVR
$130K - $155K *
Transform complex eDiscovery projects by leading teams through the EDRM lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables and strategic client partnerships in a fast-paced environment...
3 weeks ago
Principal Embedded Software Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in creating cutting-edge embedded software solutions for autonomous mobile robotics. Drive technical excellence, oversee collaborative engineering efforts, and ensure high reliability...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
GIS / Real Property Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Empower a team by leading GIS and Real Property projects, enhancing data quality and usability for Army installations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative geospatial solutions and ensu...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion the optimization of business systems for Legal, Safety, and Environmental teams. Drive continuous improvement and support for Icertis and related applications, enhancing user experience and o...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Unlock potential by developing innovative software solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate closely with teams to create high-quality applications while adapting to new tools and process...
1 week ago
$117K - $156K *
Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...
1 week ago
Resource Management & Digitization Leader
$91K - $152K *
Lead workforce planning, optimize resources, and drive digital transformation initiatives while enhancing operational visibility and efficiency across global service operations in a remote capacity...
Reposted 3 days ago
Lead Subject Matter Expert (Electrical) - Rolling Stock Engineering
$182K - $212K *
Drive innovative solutions in rolling stock engineering, overseeing vehicle projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with experts to ensure quality and compliance in rail vehicle procurement a...
4 days ago
$100K - $170K *
Unlock potential by providing architectural engineering support for DOJ/BOP facilities. Collaborate on technical analyses, document reviews, and design recommendations to enhance decision-making and p...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager - 26409
$85K - $130K *
Drive impactful Software Implementation projects, leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for clients in utilities, telecommunications, and government sectors. Manage project li...
4 days ago
Associate Technical Project Manager
$80K - $100K *
Take ownership of client-facing projects, ensuring alignment with objectives and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement while managing client relationsh...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by designing and maintaining advanced IT infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions, automate processes, and enhance...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Lead Director - Digital Engineering
$144K - $288K *
Lead the charge in transforming customer identity platforms, driving modernization and operational excellence while overseeing a multi-team engineering organization to enhance security and customer en...
4 days ago
$105K - $150K *
Lead product management for complex digital services, mentoring a team of Product Managers. Collaborate with stakeholders to define strategies, prioritize needs, and deliver impactful outcomes while f...
3 days 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.