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.
Principal Medical Safety Specialist
$130K - $195K *
Partner with us to enhance patient safety in Cardiac Rhythm Management. Leverage your clinical expertise to evaluate safety signals and collaborate across teams, ensuring effective decision-making thr...
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Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data platforms. Drive innovation in cloud data architecture and pipeline automation, collaborating across teams to deliver impactf...
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Senior Outbound Product Manager
$165K - $215K *
Shape the future of developer portals by driving product-led growth and transformation. Own the Internal Developer Portal's success with innovative marketing and sales strategies, while establishing t...
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$125K - $150K *
Lead the Vendor Management Office, overseeing vendor governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure vendor services align with quality, compliance...
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$100K - $120K *
Elevate preconstruction processes by leading project planning, coordination, and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on scope, budget, and timelines while managing cost estima...
3 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE)
$120K - $145K *
Collaborate with government agencies to transform complex data into actionable insights. Take ownership of customer engagements, from discovery to deployment, leveraging engineering and analytical ski...
1 week ago
Product Manager, Measurement Experience
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in transforming measurement experiences by integrating retailer data into a unified reporting platform. Collaborate with partners to enhance data flow and deliver actionable insights f...
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Business Office Integration Tower Director
$150K - $225K *
Grow your career with a pivotal leadership role overseeing IT service delivery, project management, and customer engagement. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance infrastructure operations and e...
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$198K - $233K *
Shape AI product strategy by synthesizing trends, customer needs, and tech capabilities. Collaborate with engineering and design to drive innovation, enabling AI solutions that deliver genuine custome...
3 days ago
Deputy PM - Construction Manager, Senior
$125K - $225K *
Oversee complex industrial construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor performance, and coordinate with stakeholders to achi...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate product execution by translating client needs into actionable requirements, collaborating with engineering and data science teams to deliver standardized measurement solutions across various c...
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Specialist, Technology Solutions
$90K - $100K *
Transform business needs into actionable requirements, driving system enhancements and operational improvements. Collaborate across teams to ensure clarity and alignment, leveraging data analysis and...
3 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer - P2P Networking
$125K - $150K *
Drive innovation by developing reliable, secure, and distributed AI infrastructure to support public sector initiatives, focusing on advanced synchronization and networking across diverse environments...
3 weeks ago
Director, Business Development
$145K *
Help us transform innovative ideas into life-saving solutions by leading business development efforts in the biotech and medtech sectors. Your expertise will drive client engagement and project succes...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Industrial Controls Engineering
$144K - $211K *
Drive engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team in implementing and scaling industrial control systems. Collaborate across functions to ensure reliable, maintainable solutions that supp...
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$75K - $95K *
Explore a dynamic paralegal role supporting corporate legal initiatives. Collaborate with legal teams to manage documentation, compliance filings, and enhance governance practices, all within a fast-p...
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$105K - $135K *
Transform product vision into reality by driving execution and collaboration across teams. Leverage data and AI to enhance risk data accessibility, ensuring customers can act swiftly and confidently o...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative web and cloud applications. In this role, you'll lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver hi...
Reposted 5 days ago
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Lead our product marketing efforts to drive strategy, market growth, and segmentation for innovative public safety software. Collaborate with teams to translate product features into compelling messag...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Oracle Fusion PPM - Project Accounting SME
$135K - $160K *
Drive your career with a pivotal role in migrating capital project accounting to Oracle Fusion PPM. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design solutions that enhance financial processes and ens...
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Project Development Engineer II
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative energy solutions and audits, driving project development, and fostering client relationships in a dynamic team environment focused on growth and excellence...
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Manager, Schedule and Cost Control
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project planning and cost control for renewable energy initiatives. Lead efforts in scheduling, compliance, and reporting to ensure project success from ince...
1 week ago
Digital Transformation Project Manager
$109K - $173K *
Help us drive strategic project planning and AI adoption across teams, ensuring clear objectives and strong follow-up. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and efficiency in...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$134K - $241K *
Engage in the safe and efficient management of large-scale construction projects. Oversee field activities, ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards, and coordinate resources to achie...
5 days ago
Strategic Partnership Senior Manager
$125K - $150K *
Elevate strategic partnerships by identifying, developing, and managing high-impact collaborations across media and finance. Drive execution and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals while...
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.