Senior Level Chief Project Officer Jobs
Senior level chief project officer jobs place experienced leaders in command of enterprise-wide initiatives, owning outcomes, aligning stakeholders, and directing the cross-functional teams that deliver them. Openings concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with a 31% remote or hybrid share, and employers like Sutter Health, Memorial Healthcare System, and Aon hiring at this level now.
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Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
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COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
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Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY·Conway, South Carolina
Job functions:
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
501-1,000 employees
Job Description
Classification Title
Development Officer
Classification Code
UP17
Pay Grade
0
Subject to Drug/Alcohol Testing Guidelines
No
Subject to Credit Check
No
Internal Title
Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
Department
Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
Position Type
POTH - Slotted Other
Full or Part Time
Full-Time
Basis
12 mo.
Hours per week
37.5 hours per week
Normal Work Schedule
Varies
Job Details
Coastal Carolina University is currently accepting applications for the following full-time position: Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation.
How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/123109. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Required Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree required and minimum of seven (7) years of proven success record in fund-raising and philanthropic development, with two (2) years of experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree preferred, with five (5) years experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Leadership & Strategic Vision: Provide overall leadership and direction for the Chanticleer Athletic Foundation (CAF), aligning with the mission, goals, and objectives of Coastal Carolina University’s athletic programs. Develop and execute long-term strategies for growth in fundraising and membership engagement, ensuring the financial stability and expansion of the foundation. Lead and mentor foundation staff, creating a results-driven culture focused on exceeding fundraising goals.
- Fundraising & Development: Oversee all fundraising efforts, including managing a major gifts portfolio, annual giving, corporate naming opportunities, planned giving, and capital campaigns to support Coastal Carolina University Athletics. Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, and corporate sponsors to secure funding for scholarships, revenue share, facility improvements, and operational needs. Develop and implement innovative donor recognition programs and stewardship initiatives.
- Board & Donor Relations: Serve as the primary liaison between the CAF and the Coastal Carolina University Athletics Department, donors, and community stakeholders. Work closely with the board of directors to follow policy, governance, and strategic priorities, ensuring strong board engagement and support. Prepare and present reports to the board of directors and university leadership on financials, campaign progress, and other relevant updates.
Development Officer (UP17/61122114/FTE-S01221), full-time position with benefits. Pay commensurate with experience. Normal work hours vary. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 12,000 students from 48 states and 53 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.
The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree required and minimum of seven (7) years of proven success record in fund-raising and philanthropic development, with two (2) years experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree preferred, with five (5) years experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Keen understanding of organizational dynamics.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FTE-S01221P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
12/14/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
11/12/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/123109
Job Duties
COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
Conway, South Carolina
New 3h ago501-1,000 employees
Job functions:
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
Job Description
Classification Title
Development Officer
Classification Code
UP17
Pay Grade
0
Subject to Drug/Alcohol Testing Guidelines
No
Subject to Credit Check
No
Internal Title
Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
Department
Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
Position Type
POTH - Slotted Other
Full or Part Time
Full-Time
Basis
12 mo.
Hours per week
37.5 hours per week
Normal Work Schedule
Varies
Job Details
Coastal Carolina University is currently accepting applications for the following full-time position: Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation.
How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/123109. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Required Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree required and minimum of seven (7) years of proven success record in fund-raising and philanthropic development, with two (2) years of experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree preferred, with five (5) years experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Leadership & Strategic Vision: Provide overall leadership and direction for the Chanticleer Athletic Foundation (CAF), aligning with the mission, goals, and objectives of Coastal Carolina University’s athletic programs. Develop and execute long-term strategies for growth in fundraising and membership engagement, ensuring the financial stability and expansion of the foundation. Lead and mentor foundation staff, creating a results-driven culture focused on exceeding fundraising goals.
- Fundraising & Development: Oversee all fundraising efforts, including managing a major gifts portfolio, annual giving, corporate naming opportunities, planned giving, and capital campaigns to support Coastal Carolina University Athletics. Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, and corporate sponsors to secure funding for scholarships, revenue share, facility improvements, and operational needs. Develop and implement innovative donor recognition programs and stewardship initiatives.
- Board & Donor Relations: Serve as the primary liaison between the CAF and the Coastal Carolina University Athletics Department, donors, and community stakeholders. Work closely with the board of directors to follow policy, governance, and strategic priorities, ensuring strong board engagement and support. Prepare and present reports to the board of directors and university leadership on financials, campaign progress, and other relevant updates.
Development Officer (UP17/61122114/FTE-S01221), full-time position with benefits. Pay commensurate with experience. Normal work hours vary. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.
Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 12,000 students from 48 states and 53 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.
The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree required and minimum of seven (7) years of proven success record in fund-raising and philanthropic development, with two (2) years experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree preferred, with five (5) years experience in a leadership role within an NCAA athletic department fundraising office.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Keen understanding of organizational dynamics.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FTE-S01221P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
12/14/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
11/12/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/123109
Job Duties
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Senior Level Chief Project Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level chief project officer job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have owned complex, multi-stakeholder projects from initiation through delivery, not just managed tasks within them. A strong track of leading cross-functional teams, driving governance frameworks, and presenting outcomes to executive leadership sets candidates apart. Demonstrating that you have mentored project managers and shaped organizational methodology is a consistent differentiator at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level chief project officers?
Companies hiring senior level chief project officers right now include Sutter Health, Memorial Healthcare System, and Aon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large enterprises, government contractors, and professional services firms that run complex, multi-year programs requiring seasoned executive-level project leadership.
Are there remote senior level chief project officer jobs?
Yes, though many senior roles carry an on-site or hybrid expectation given the executive stakeholder access they require. About 31% of senior level chief project officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so fully remote options exist but tend to be more selective at this seniority level than in individual contributor roles.
What makes a chief project officer role senior level?
Senior level chief project officer roles are defined by enterprise-wide scope, direct accountability for strategic outcomes, and leadership over other project managers or program leads rather than individual workstreams. They typically involve setting project governance standards, reporting to C-suite executives, managing significant budgets, and mentoring less experienced project professionals across the organization.
Which industries hire the most senior level chief project officers?
Senior level chief project officer roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run large-scale, long-horizon programs where experienced executive project leadership directly affects delivery timelines, regulatory compliance, and organizational performance.