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Inizio Evoke

Project Manager-PR

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Reporting to the Director, Project Management, your job will be to own and ensure the timely, process-driven delivery of multiple and simultaneous projects; support account and specialty teams; and ...

Level 10, LLC

Project Management

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

The Project Management department drives success project outcomes by applying structured methodologies, managing resources effectively, mitigating risks, ensuring quality, and maintaining stakeholder ...

HADASSAH ZIONIST ORG

Project Manager

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$63K - $67K/yr

This role works collaboratively with the Managing Director, project/marketing staff and volunteer project leaders. Project Manager will guide consistency in our projects within the Midwest geographic ...

Hadassah

Project Manager

Northbrook, IL

$63K - $67K/yr

This role works collaboratively with the Managing Director, project/marketing staff and volunteer project leaders. Project Manager will guide consistency in our projects within the Midwest geographic ...

Solar Landscape

Project Management Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$55K - $75K/yr

Support Project Managers and Engineers in preparing purchase orders and subcontracts. * Assist the Director of Procurement with material and inventory management, and review outstanding purchases in ...

Solar Landscape

Project Management Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$55K - $75K/yr

Support Project Managers and Engineers in preparing purchase orders and subcontracts. * Assist the Director of Procurement with material and inventory management, and review outstanding purchases in ...

Solar Landscape

Project Management Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Support Project Managers and Engineers in preparing purchase orders and subcontracts. * Assist the Director of Procurement with material and inventory management, and review outstanding purchases in ...

Metra

Project Manager 2

Chicago, IL · On-site

$111K/yr

Reporting to the Director, Project Management, the Project Manager 2 will manage a wide range of mid to large scale commuter rail projects of moderate complexity including stations, civil ...

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How much do director project management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for director project management in Addison, IL is $124,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,200.00 and $147,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Project Management vs Project Manager?

AspectDirector Project ManagementProject Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple projects, strategic planning, and department leadershipManages individual projects, coordinates tasks, and ensures project delivery
Required CredentialsTypically requires PMP, PMI-SP, or PgMP certifications; extensive experienceOften requires PMP or CAPM certification; relevant experience
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic, often in corporate or large organizationsOperational, team-focused, often in various industries
ScopeBroader organizational impact, long-term planningSpecific project deliverables, short to medium term

The main difference between a Director Project Management and a Project Manager lies in scope and responsibilities. The Director oversees multiple projects and strategic initiatives, while the Project Manager focuses on executing individual projects. Both roles often require PMP certification and experience, but the Director's role is more strategic and leadership-oriented.

What does a project management director do?

The responsibilities of a project management director involve the development of a strategy on behalf of a company or organization. They determine the scope of each project, including goals, timeline, budget, and objective. During the planning process, they often collaborate with people in each department. Other duties include overseeing teams assigned to different projects and encouraging development in certain areas on behalf of the organization. Qualifications to become a project management director include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, IT, or a related field as well as experience. Voluntary professional certifications are available.

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Director, Project Controls, Project & Development Services (Data Centers)

Cushman & Wakefield

Chicago, IL

$190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Cushman & Wakefield rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 158 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

110th of 201 rated real estate companies

Job description

Job Title

Director, Project Controls, Project & Development Services (Data Centers)

Job Description Summary

This Director-level role will serve as the strategic lead and primary client interface for all planning and scheduling functions across large-scale capital programs, with a strong focus on data center delivery. The individual will operate as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, shaping program strategy through the development of high-level integrated schedules, resource plans, and delivery frameworks from early planning through execution and closeout.
The Director will lead the establishment of best-in-class scheduling standards, governance, and reporting while building and mentoring high-performing teams. This role requires a balance of strategic insight and technical expertise, with the ability to influence outcomes, drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups, and ensure successful program delivery.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of enterprise-level schedule management frameworks across major capital programs, including tools, processes, governance, and reporting standards.
  • Serve as the primary planning and scheduling advisor to client leadership, providing strategic guidance on program phasing, sequencing, and delivery risks.
  • Develop and oversee integrated master schedules aligning design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations across complex programs.
  • Drive alignment across internal teams, contractors, designers, and third parties to ensure integration into a single source of truth schedule.
  • Establish program-level reporting structures, KPIs, and executive dashboards to communicate schedule performance, risks, and trends.
  • Lead scenario planning, what-if analysis, and quantitative risk assessments to support key program decisions.
  • Identify and communicate critical path impacts, schedule risks, and mitigation strategies at both project and program levels.
  • Oversee schedule quality, data integrity, and consistency across all projects within the program.
  • Partner with cost, commercial, and project management leads to align schedule with financial and operational objectives.
  • Build, lead, and mentor a team of schedulers and planners, establishing a culture of accountability, development, and continuous improvement.
  • Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, client presentations, and thought leadership related to project controls and scheduling.
  • Act as a visible leader within both the client organization and internal teams, reinforcing best practices and driving delivery excellence.

Education / Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
  • 12-15+ years of experience in planning and scheduling for large-scale capital programs, including design and construction phases.
  • Demonstrated experience operating at a program or portfolio level, ideally in a client-facing leadership capacity.
  • Strong experience in advanced tech, mission critical and/or data center projects required, with an understanding of delivery, fast-track schedules, and commissioning requirements.
  • Expertise in Primavera P6 (required); experience with additional planning tools and data visualization platforms preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead teams within complex, matrixed environments and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to connect schedule performance to cost, risk, and business outcomes.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present to executive audiences and translate complex data into clear insights.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 161,500.00 - $190,000.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or emailAccommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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