Project Director Jobs in Minnesota
Project Director jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in healthcare systems, construction and infrastructure, technology services, and financial operations, with demand at both mid-career and senior levels across the state. The Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth account for the majority of openings, where large employers like Mayo Clinic, Mortenson Construction, and UnitedHealth Group maintain steady project director hiring. The most in-demand specializations are capital construction, clinical operations, and enterprise technology program delivery. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Boldt Company, a subsidiary of the Boldt Group
Location: Glencoe, MN | Traveling
At Boldt, we build more than complex projects, and we build strong relationships, great teams, and lasting impact.
The Project Safety Director provides leadership and oversight for safety programs on complex data center construction projects. This role works closely with project management, superintendents, safety professionals, and trade partners to establish a strong safety culture and ensure safety is integrated into planning and day-to-day field operations. The Project Safety Director helps establish project safety expectations, identifies and mitigates risk, monitors field activities, and ensures compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, company safety standards, and project-specific safety programs.
As a key member of the project leadership team, the Project Safety Director maintains a strong presence in the field and partners with construction teams to proactively address hazards and improve safety performance. The role supports high-risk activities common to data center construction, including electrical and mechanical installation, lifting and rigging, work at heights, equipment installation, and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate brings strong construction safety experience, field credibility, and the ability to coach and influence project teams and trade partners while maintaining accountability for safe execution.
If you're an experienced construction professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and start a conversation with us.
We Are Boldt
- Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
- Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
- Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources, elevating dignity and doing good
Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt
- Employee Owned: Your work fuels our success and your future
- Purpose‑Driven: ESG‑focused work aligned with strong values
- Better Together: Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability
- Safety First: Everyone home safe every day
- Career Growth: Real development through mentorship and hands‑on learning
- High‑Impact Projects: Complex work that matters
- Lead & Mentor: Learn today, lead tomorrow
- Rich Culture: What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi‑million‑dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship
- High Performance: By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.
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At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support; where learning, mentorship, and collaboration, drive results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are investing in your success.
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What You Bring
Candidates whose experience or expertise substantially exceed the requirements of the role are encouraged to apply, as compensation may be reviewed based on individual qualifications.
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 7+ years of construction safety experience, preferably supporting large, mission critical or data center work.
- Previous experience leading safety activities on a large construction project or multiple major scopes of work.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards, including 29 CFR 1926, and construction safety best practices.
- Experience implementing and maintaining site-specific safety plans, policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Experience evaluating high-risk construction activities such as:
- Electrical and energized work
- Lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control
- Fall protection and work at heights
- Lifting, rigging, and crane operations
- Excavation and trenching
- Confined-space activities
- Structural steel erection
- Mechanical and electrical installations
- Equipment startup and commissioning
- Ability to conduct jobsite inspections, audits, job hazard analyses, and risk assessments and develop corrective actions when needed.
- Experience with incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
- Ability to proactively review upcoming construction activities and identify potential safety risks before work begins.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, influence, and hold project teams and trade partners accountable for safety expectations.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively with craft professionals, subcontractors, project leadership, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, schedule-driven construction environment with multiple contractors and scopes of work occurring simultaneously.
- Experience leading or providing direction to project safety professionals preferred.
- Data center or mission-critical construction experience preferred, especially involving complex electrical and MEP systems.
- CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician), or similar safety certification preferred.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction training strongly preferred.
- Ability to work on-site at active construction projects and travel or relocate to project locations as needed.
Compensation
Target Hiring Range: $125,000 - $165,000 annually
Boldt recognizes that experience, expertise, and specialized skills create value. The target hiring range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000 annually; however, compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, certifications, geographic market conditions, internal equity, and business considerations. In addition to base compensation, employees may be eligible for incentive compensation and participation in applicable company benefit programs.
Unsolicited Correspondence
The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.
EEOC
The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The Boldt Company, a subsidiary of the Boldt Group
Location: Glencoe, MN | Traveling
At Boldt, we build more than complex projects, and we build strong relationships, great teams, and lasting impact.
The Project Safety Director provides leadership and oversight for safety programs on complex data center construction projects. This role works closely with project management, superintendents, safety professionals, and trade partners to establish a strong safety culture and ensure safety is integrated into planning and day-to-day field operations. The Project Safety Director helps establish project safety expectations, identifies and mitigates risk, monitors field activities, and ensures compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, company safety standards, and project-specific safety programs.
As a key member of the project leadership team, the Project Safety Director maintains a strong presence in the field and partners with construction teams to proactively address hazards and improve safety performance. The role supports high-risk activities common to data center construction, including electrical and mechanical installation, lifting and rigging, work at heights, equipment installation, and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate brings strong construction safety experience, field credibility, and the ability to coach and influence project teams and trade partners while maintaining accountability for safe execution.
If you're an experienced construction professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and start a conversation with us.
We Are Boldt
- Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
- Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
- Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources, elevating dignity and doing good
Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt
- Employee Owned: Your work fuels our success and your future
- Purpose‑Driven: ESG‑focused work aligned with strong values
- Better Together: Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability
- Safety First: Everyone home safe every day
- Career Growth: Real development through mentorship and hands‑on learning
- High‑Impact Projects: Complex work that matters
- Lead & Mentor: Learn today, lead tomorrow
- Rich Culture: What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi‑million‑dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship
- High Performance: By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.
____________________________________________________________________________________
At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support; where learning, mentorship, and collaboration, drive results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are investing in your success.
____________________________________________________________________________________
What You Bring
Candidates whose experience or expertise substantially exceed the requirements of the role are encouraged to apply, as compensation may be reviewed based on individual qualifications.
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 7+ years of construction safety experience, preferably supporting large, mission critical or data center work.
- Previous experience leading safety activities on a large construction project or multiple major scopes of work.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards, including 29 CFR 1926, and construction safety best practices.
- Experience implementing and maintaining site-specific safety plans, policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Experience evaluating high-risk construction activities such as:
- Electrical and energized work
- Lockout/tagout and hazardous energy control
- Fall protection and work at heights
- Lifting, rigging, and crane operations
- Excavation and trenching
- Confined-space activities
- Structural steel erection
- Mechanical and electrical installations
- Equipment startup and commissioning
- Ability to conduct jobsite inspections, audits, job hazard analyses, and risk assessments and develop corrective actions when needed.
- Experience with incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
- Ability to proactively review upcoming construction activities and identify potential safety risks before work begins.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, influence, and hold project teams and trade partners accountable for safety expectations.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively with craft professionals, subcontractors, project leadership, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, schedule-driven construction environment with multiple contractors and scopes of work occurring simultaneously.
- Experience leading or providing direction to project safety professionals preferred.
- Data center or mission-critical construction experience preferred, especially involving complex electrical and MEP systems.
- CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician), or similar safety certification preferred.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction training strongly preferred.
- Ability to work on-site at active construction projects and travel or relocate to project locations as needed.
Compensation
Target Hiring Range: $125,000 - $165,000 annually
Boldt recognizes that experience, expertise, and specialized skills create value. The target hiring range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000 annually; however, compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, certifications, geographic market conditions, internal equity, and business considerations. In addition to base compensation, employees may be eligible for incentive compensation and participation in applicable company benefit programs.
Unsolicited Correspondence
The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.
EEOC
The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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The qualifications that appear most often in project director jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive project management experience in a relevant industry
- PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred by Minnesota employers
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multi-million-dollar project budgets
- Experience with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Primavera
- Strong stakeholder communication skills and experience presenting to executive leadership
Project Director Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project director in Minnesota?
Most project directors in Minnesota reach the role by combining a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, healthcare administration, or construction management with years of progressive project management experience. Minnesota does not require a state-issued license for the title, but employers consistently expect a PMP certification from the Project Management Institute. Candidates typically advance from project manager or program manager roles within healthcare, construction, or technology firms before moving into director-level positions.
How much do project directors make in Minnesota?
Project directors in Minnesota earn a median of about $97,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,040 for the lowest 10% to over $141,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project directors in Minnesota?
Employers hiring project directors in Minnesota right now include Gilbane, Metronet, and First Onsite, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's deep concentration of healthcare systems, large construction firms, and Fortune 500 corporate headquarters means director-level project roles open with regularity across multiple industries.
Which Minnesota cities have the most project director jobs?
Glencoe, Elk River, and Rochester have the most project director openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the bulk of demand through its concentration of corporate headquarters, major hospital systems, and large construction programs, while Rochester's medical industry anchor and Duluth's infrastructure and energy projects sustain consistent hiring in those markets.
Are there remote project director jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they are less common than for purely desk-based roles, since project directors often need to be on-site to manage teams, vendors, and physical deliverables. About 0% of project director openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting real but limited flexibility. Technology program delivery and enterprise software implementations are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a project director in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to build experience as a project coordinator or project manager and pursue the PMP certification while doing so. Large Minnesota employers like Mortenson Construction, Allina Health, and Target run formal project management development programs that hire associates into structured roles. Moving laterally from operations manager, program analyst, or construction superintendent positions is also a recognized path, and candidates who pair that experience with formal credentials move into director consideration faster.
Where can I find and apply to project director jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to project director jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings across healthcare, construction, technology, and corporate sectors. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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