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Project Director

Alexandria, VA

Project Director for Adult Technical Assistance Position summary The project director is ... Create and manage a Program Proposal, Budget Narrative, and Time Task Plan. * Establish a yearly ...

CICONIX, LLC

Project Director

Hyattsville, MD

Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, & 401k + contribution . Requirements: * Master's Degree * 8+ years of experience managing federal research or policy projects, including direct work with ...

Brown University

Project Director

Providence, RI · On-site

More information about the current research program is located the Global AIM website. The Project Director will play a central leadership role in building and advancing the Brown-wide ...

CICONIX, LLC

Project Director

Hyattsville, MD

Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, & 401k + contribution . Requirements: * Master's Degree * 8+ years of experience managing federal research or policy projects, including direct work with ...

CICONIX, LLC

Project Director

Hyattsville, MD

Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, & 401k + contribution . Requirements: * Master's Degree * 8+ years of experience managing federal research or policy projects, including direct work with ...

CICONIX, LLC

Project Director

Hyattsville, MD · On-site

Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, & 401k + contribution Requirements: * Master's Degree * 8+ years of experience managing federal research or policy projects, including direct work with ...

Merit Restorations

Project Director

Lynchburg, VA · Hybrid

PROJECT DIRECTOR Welcome to Merit Restorations. We specialize in mitigating and rebuilding ... Support CCPMs in achieving strong TPA program compliance and POM scores. * Assist PMs with ...

Clayco

Project Director

Southwest, PA

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will be based on the construction project site ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

Clayco

Project Director

Southwest, PA

The Role We Want You For As a Project Director, you will be based on the construction project site ... program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development ...

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How much do program project director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for program project director in the United States is $109,563.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $144,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between a program director and a project director?

A program director oversees multiple related projects to achieve strategic organizational goals, focusing on coordination and long-term outcomes. A project director manages a specific project, ensuring it meets scope, schedule, and budget requirements. Both roles require leadership, but program directors handle broader scope and higher-level planning compared to project directors.

How much does a project director earn?

A project director's salary typically ranges from $80,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on industry, experience, and location. Senior project directors or those in specialized fields can earn higher compensation, often supplemented with bonuses and benefits.

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.

Can I make 100k as a project manager?

Program Project Directors and experienced project managers can earn $100,000 or more annually, especially with advanced certifications like PMP and in industries such as IT, construction, or engineering. Salary depends on factors like experience, location, industry, and project scope.

What are the 4 types of project managers?

In project management, four common types of project managers are functional, projectized, matrix, and hybrid. Functional managers work within specific departments, projectized managers lead entire projects independently, matrix managers operate across departments with shared authority, and hybrid combines elements of these structures. Understanding these types helps in selecting the right management approach for different project environments and organizational needs.
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Project Director (K/12)

Project Director (K/12)

Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

Port Angeles, WA • On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

About Vanir
Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets.
Job Description
Vanir is seeking a Project Director with proven leadership quality and strong communication skills who can build on our continued success in the education sector. To date, Vanir has delivered more than 1,000 projects for over 100 school districts, totaling more than $6 billion in modernization and new construction cost. Our education sector projects have included master planning, needs assessments, constructability review, project scheduling and budgeting, bidding, award, on-site construction management and project closeout for projects throughout the state of WA.
For work in multiple areas including: Klallam, King and Pierce County.
Responsibilities will include leading team(s) and providing the planning, coordination and direction for project and construction management activities during all phases of projects to ensure they are on time, within budget and schedule, cost controlled, and project performance to ensure the requirements for the contract. Maintain management and project facilitation for successful completion and compliance with contractual, owner and Vanir requirements. This position will also be expected to identify lead capture planning for new opportunities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The primary duties of a successful Project Director will focus on providing the planning, coordination, and direction for an Education Sector Bond program. Duties include ensuring the program and individual projects are on budget and schedule, and the design fits the client's requirements. This position will support design and construction and will be responsible for client interface, scope, schedule, and budget tasks as senior leadership in the field. This position will report to the Senior Program Manager.
  • Lead planning, coordination and execution efforts in accordance with the district's program policies and procedures
  • Employee development, including coaching, mentoring, supervisory and training techniques
  • Supervise project team and ensures quality services consistent with Vanir procedures, client goals, and contract responsibilities on areas of safety, performance, and project staff
  • Develop an implementation plan and master schedule that reflects the priorities of the district
  • Responsible for timely completion of all deliverables required by the client
  • Financial reporting to the client and the bond oversight committee
  • Develop and review contract documents
  • Report and collaborate with client's senior management team on all project matters
  • Develop and implement a program quality management system
  • Document and report all program/project data accurately and in a timely manner
  • Manage program controls, cost, schedule, performance activities, and procedures required by the client
  • Track all program and project level status and provide internal and external management reports related to scheduling, cost control, staffing, billing and other related contract requirements
  • Create and present program and project data clearly to multiple internal and external stakeholder groups
  • Identify, track and lead other business opportunities
  • Identify risk and create risk mitigation plans successfully
  • Develop recommended actions and assist in resolving disputes relative to design and construction
  • Provide management of program logistics, organization, safety, and manpower utilization
  • Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure program and project success
  • Ensure contractors, architect, and engineer will adhere to contractual requirements on areas of safety, performance, project staff, and equipment

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture is required
  • 10+ years of experience providing project / program management services working with public agencies on Education projects
  • 8+ years project management experience, including senior level oversight and staff supervision
  • Experience in managing the full construction of education construction project: including pre-construction, design phases, and oversight of constructability reviews is required
  • Experience mentoring teams and staff, fostering collaboration and effective performance in team-based environments
  • Applied experience leading or participating in procurement processes, including RFPs, RFQs, PRC approval processes, and bid evaluations
  • Advanced knowledge and application of master planning, A/E solicitation, project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, engineering/construction principles, contracts and delivery methods are required
  • Thorough understanding of contracts, documents, drawings, and specifications and applied experience in the areas of accounting, cost, administrative, and personnel interaction in professional settings are required
  • Applied experience guiding and delivering alternative delivery methods
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Effective negotiation skills (especially change orders).
  • Experience in application of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is preferred

Preferred Certificates or Licenses
  • PMP certification or willingness to obtain.
  • Experience working with school districts on bond planning
  • CMAA - Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
  • DBIA - Design Build Associate, or Professional certification
  • Registered Architect or Professional Engineer

Benefits
Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.
How to Apply
If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.
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Contact Email: careers@vanir.com
Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.
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Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Posted Salary Range
USD $165,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

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