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Program Project Director Jobs in Skokie, IL (NOW HIRING)

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$155K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$155K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL

$155K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$155K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$155K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$155K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Zachry Group

Project Director-ENG

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

$183K - $231K/yr

This Project Director position is eligible for participation in Zachry's Total Employee Rewards Program, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and other ...

Zachry Group

Project Director-ENG

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

$183K - $231K/yr

... program. * Provide strong, effective and decisive leadership overseeing each project phase from ... Manage performance evaluations of direct reports. * Business acumen and coaching of all project ...

Linesight

Project Director, Program Management

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K - $230K/yr

Overview As an Project Director at Linesight, you will lead highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will ...

Linesight

Project Director, Program Management

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K - $230K/yr

Overview As an Project Director at Linesight, you will lead highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will ...

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How much do program project director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for program project director in Skokie, IL is $104,619.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,700.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectProgram Project DirectorProgram Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, PMP certification often preferredUsually holds a bachelor's degree, PMP certification beneficial
Work EnvironmentLeads multiple projects within a program, strategic focusManages individual projects, operational focus
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large organizations, government, and non-profitsWidely used across industries for project oversight

The Program Project Director oversees multiple projects within a program, focusing on strategic alignment and high-level coordination. In contrast, the Program Manager manages specific projects, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, and budget. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and responsibility, with the Director holding a more senior, strategic position.

What cities near Skokie, IL are hiring for Program Project Director jobs?

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Project Director

Chicago, IL • On-site

Clayco
Construction • 1 - 5K employees

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$155K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.

The Role We Want You For

As a Project Director, you will provide leadership on projects as the "single point of contact" for the owner, design department, and the project staff. Ensure quality and timely execution of design-build projects from design to completion and deliver the best solutions on projects valued anywhere from a $60 million to over $250 million. At Clayco, The Project Director will work with marketing, pre-construction services, business unit leaders, and mentoring Project Managers and Engineers and have overall responsibility for these projects.

The Specifics of the Role

  • Build client and subcontractor relationships.
  • Team with Architects, Engineers, and Planners to create and manage a design schedule.
  • Establish project forecasts and budgets.
  • Manage costs.
  • Accept full responsibility for project execution.
  • Mentor and develop project management staff.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
  • 15+ years of experience managing construction projects ($100+ million) ideally design-build.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
  • Previous experience leading a successful project management team.
  • Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
  • Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Some Things You Should Know

  • Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!
  • This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?

  • 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
  • 2025 ENR Top 400 – Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Clayco Nationwide salary range for this position is approximately $155,000 - $190,000 +/- annually (not adjusted for location).

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