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Brookfield Properties

Mgr, Strategic Projects

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Position Summary The Manager, Strategic Projects serves as a key operational and strategic partner ... direct authority. Responsibilities * Work with SVP, Property Management, and other leaders as ...

GGP

Mgr, Strategic Projects

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Position Summary The Manager, Strategic Projects serves as a key operational and strategic partner ... direct authority. Responsibilities * Work with SVP, Property Management, and other leaders as ...

GGP

Mgr, Strategic Projects

Chicago, IL

$90K - $115K/yr

Position Summary The Manager, Strategic Projects serves as a key operational and strategic partner ... direct authority. Responsibilities * Work with SVP, Property Management, and other leaders as ...

Brookfield Properties

Mgr, Strategic Projects

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Position Summary The Manager, Strategic Projects serves as a key operational and strategic partner ... direct authority. Responsibilities * Work with SVP, Property Management, and other leaders as ...

TekWissen LLC

Strategic Projects Manager

Vacaville, CA · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

... that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is a leading ... Direct, lead, and motivate multi-disciplinary project teams, holding members accountable for ...

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How much do director strategic projects jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director strategic projects in the United States is $134,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $183,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Strategic Projects position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Strategic Projects, you need strong project management expertise, strategic thinking, leadership experience, and preferably an advanced degree such as an MBA. Familiarity with project management software (such as Microsoft Project or Asana), data analysis tools, and certifications like PMP are often required. Exceptional communication, change management, and stakeholder engagement skills set top candidates apart. These abilities are crucial for successfully driving complex, cross-functional initiatives aligned with organizational goals.

What does a typical day look like for a Director Strategic Projects?

A typical day for a Director Strategic Projects involves overseeing multiple high-impact initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and tracking project progress against strategic milestones. You may lead meetings with executive leadership, manage resource allocation, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives. The role frequently requires balancing long-term planning with quick decision-making and adapting to shifting priorities. You'll also serve as a primary liaison between departments, ensuring clear communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

What does a Director of Strategic Projects do?

A Director of Strategic Projects leads high-priority initiatives that drive business growth and operational improvements. They manage cross-functional teams, align projects with company goals, and ensure successful execution. This role requires strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills. They often report to senior executives and work closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful results.

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Director, Strategic Communications & Projects

Director, Strategic Communications & Projects

Marriott International

Bethesda, MD • On-site

$126K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Marriott International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,129 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 105 rated hotels

Job description

Job Description
Job Summary
The role will develop and execute high-impact communications plans for Marriott's top-priority initiatives under the Growing Forward strategy. This position will oversee the entire lifecycle of communications projects, ensuring internal audiences are informed, engaged, and aligned with key changes. Partnering closely with key stakeholders, this role influences decisions, anticipates risks, and elevates the effectiveness of communications supporting the company's most visible and high-impact priorities. A key leader on the Strategic Communications Business Partner team, this role will provide strategic guidance and expertise to drive success across business areas and target audiences, leveraging new technologies and platforms to manage projects efficiently alongside standard processes and tools. In addition to leading high-impact work, this role is expected to guide, coach, and elevate junior team members by setting direction, providing feedback, and modeling best-in-class strategic communications practices. This position will collaborate with senior leaders to maintain connectivity and visibility across the Senior Leadership Team and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution for the company's most high-profile and high-impact priorities.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education & Experience
Required
  • Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, or related field

  • 8+ years of communications experience in internal communications

  • Demonstrated experience working with executive and senior leadership communications and success working with members of the leadership team in fast-paced situations

  • Experience translating complex business strategies into clear, compelling enterprise narratives.

  • Strong executive presence when navigating ambiguity, sensitive topics, and competing priorities.

  • Proven ability to connect work across initiatives to ensure clarity and alignment at the enterprise level.

  • Creative problem-solving skills and excellent time management.

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships and interact with associates at all levels within the organization and with the general public.

  • Ability to routinely work from the HQ office in Bethesda.

Preferred
  • Master's degree in communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, or related field

  • Experience in the hospitality business

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
  • Develop strategic communications plans in support of Marriott's most high-priority work related to the Growing Forward strategy.

  • Responsible for end-to-end development, management, and execution of communications strategy and deliverables for assigned projects and initiatives.

  • Partner across organization to ensure all internal audiences have awareness, understanding, and adoption of (as necessary) changes related to the assigned projects/initiatives.

  • Act as a critical member of project team in driving the success of projects/initiatives by leading and showing strategic expertise across functional business areas and target audiences.

  • Manage projects and use standard processes, templates, tools, and other resources to execute while embracing new technology and platforms.

  • Root assigned projects/initiatives in the Growing Forward strategy, including Three Paths to Win, Enablers, and Foundations

  • Partner with Senior Directors to ensure connectivity across the Senior Leadership Team and other key stakeholder groups to address their needs, provide updates, and ensure visibility into communications to the enterprise.

  • Serve as a strategic leader within the team by providing ongoing guidance, coaching, and oversight to junior team members, sharing best practices, reviewing work to ensure quality and consistency, and partnering on multi-functional, high-impact projects and initiatives.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
About Us
All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.
Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.
Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.
Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.
About the Team
Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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