Senior Level Project Director Jobs
Senior level project director jobs put accomplished professionals in charge of setting strategic direction, owning high-stakes outcomes, and leading the cross-functional teams that deliver complex initiatives. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities available and employers like Clayco, BKF Engineers, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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The Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools aims to make a positive difference in people’s lives through research in the social, behavioral and educational sciences. Together with our partners in research, practice and policy, we develop research-based solutions and innovative approaches to support Nebraska’s schools, programs and families, which in turn, build strong, vibrant communities.
Project Director
The Project Director will provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight across a number of state, private and federally-funded projects in Dr. Pam Bazis’ lab and the UNL Schmoker Reading Center.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing, monitoring, and managing project budgets for multiple grants and contracts to ensure expenditures align with sponsor guidelines and university policies.
- Providing comprehensive project management for operational efficiency, supporting and guiding operations to ensure timely and effective implementation of project activities.
- Contributing to strategic planning initiatives, supporting sustainability efforts and identifying future funding opportunities to enhance the long-term success and growth of the research center.
About us
The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
- Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
- Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
- Robust retirement plans with university match
Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in education, psychology, child development, or related field plus seven (7) years of experience teaching in school districts along with a minimum of five (5) years of coaching experience in elementary school settings.
- Research experience in reading development and literacy education.
- Grant project management experience with demonstrated success in implementation and oversight.
- Expertise in designing and developing differentiated instruction for children with and without disabilities.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Ph.D. or Ed.D. in special education, literacy education, curriculum and instruction, teacher leadership, or related field.
- Five (5) years post masters experience or two (2) years post Ph.D. developing and leading professional development grounded in evidence-based practices as part of a team.
- Experience with nonprofit management.
- Experience with large-scale research studies with intervention and training components.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong background in evidence-based reading instruction methodologies, proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse educational stakeholders, and an unwavering commitment to improving reading outcomes through sustained professional development and coaching support of individual teachers. They will demonstrate expertise in team supervision and partnership development, along with a proven ability to manage complex, multi-funded research initiatives.
Posted Salary
$65,000/year minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
The Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools aims to make a positive difference in people’s lives through research in the social, behavioral and educational sciences. Together with our partners in research, practice and policy, we develop research-based solutions and innovative approaches to support Nebraska’s schools, programs and families, which in turn, build strong, vibrant communities.
Project Director
The Project Director will provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight across a number of state, private and federally-funded projects in Dr. Pam Bazis’ lab and the UNL Schmoker Reading Center.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing, monitoring, and managing project budgets for multiple grants and contracts to ensure expenditures align with sponsor guidelines and university policies.
- Providing comprehensive project management for operational efficiency, supporting and guiding operations to ensure timely and effective implementation of project activities.
- Contributing to strategic planning initiatives, supporting sustainability efforts and identifying future funding opportunities to enhance the long-term success and growth of the research center.
About us
The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
- Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
- Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
- Robust retirement plans with university match
Learn more about UNL benefits and your total compensation at: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in education, psychology, child development, or related field plus seven (7) years of experience teaching in school districts along with a minimum of five (5) years of coaching experience in elementary school settings.
- Research experience in reading development and literacy education.
- Grant project management experience with demonstrated success in implementation and oversight.
- Expertise in designing and developing differentiated instruction for children with and without disabilities.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Ph.D. or Ed.D. in special education, literacy education, curriculum and instruction, teacher leadership, or related field.
- Five (5) years post masters experience or two (2) years post Ph.D. developing and leading professional development grounded in evidence-based practices as part of a team.
- Experience with nonprofit management.
- Experience with large-scale research studies with intervention and training components.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong background in evidence-based reading instruction methodologies, proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse educational stakeholders, and an unwavering commitment to improving reading outcomes through sustained professional development and coaching support of individual teachers. They will demonstrate expertise in team supervision and partnership development, along with a proven ability to manage complex, multi-funded research initiatives.
Posted Salary
$65,000/year minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
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Senior Level Project Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project director job?
Employers hiring at this level want candidates who have owned full project lifecycles end to end, not just managed tasks within them. Leading with portfolio examples that show measurable outcomes, budget authority, and cross-functional stakeholder management gives you a clear edge. Demonstrating experience mentoring project managers or building repeatable delivery frameworks signals the strategic maturity these roles require.
Which companies hire senior level project directors?
Companies hiring senior level project directors right now include Clayco, BKF Engineers, and Jobot, based on current listings on MigrateАте as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to be driven by large enterprises, government contractors, and professional services firms with complex, multi-year programs that require experienced leadership to keep on track.
Are there remote senior level project director jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and organization. About 33% of senior level project director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting demand from organizations that have built distributed delivery teams. Construction, manufacturing, and on-site infrastructure projects still skew heavily toward in-person work, while technology and consulting roles offer the most location flexibility.
What makes a project director role senior level?
Senior level project director roles are defined by ownership of program strategy, not just execution. That means setting delivery frameworks, managing executive stakeholders, overseeing large budgets, and being accountable for organizational outcomes rather than individual project metrics. These roles also carry a formal or informal mentoring responsibility, guiding project managers and coordinators on the team toward stronger delivery practices.
Which industries hire the most senior level project directors?
Senior Level project director roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run large, multi-phase programs with significant capital investment, regulatory requirements, or cross-departmental complexity that make experienced director-level oversight essential rather than optional.