Project Director Job Description

The demands of serving as a project director are well balanced by the significant rewards of this role. In order to serve as a project director, one requires vision, pragmatism, management expertise and an attention to detail. A project director must be able to lead a grant-funded project from inception to completion, ensuring that each goal and objective of the proposal is successfully met and that the project aligns well with College of DuPage institutional priorities and strategic vision.  

Serving as a project director can allow you to fulfill your dreams of carrying out a specific project or reform. The contribution of your own time and expertise to a project can impart a lasting legacy to the institution, and impact your field on a regional or national basis. By assuming this position, you enrich your professional portfolio and earn meaningful content for your resume.  

If you are driven to succeed and have a talent for implementation, you may have what it takes to represent College of DuPage as a project director. And the Grants Office has the staff, skills and tools to aid you in your endeavor.  

From finding funding to developing an application and designing your project – we can help you maximize your chances of success. Learn more about how we can assist you and what is expected of a project director by carefully reading the Responsibility Matrix.  

If you know of a funding opportunity you would like to pursue, or have an idea for a significant new program that requires assistance to implement, please call the Director of Grants at Ext. 2461, or send an e-mail to abromitisb@cod.edu. We'll be in contact soon to assist you in developing a plan to help make it happen.  

Learn about the rewards of being a project director from your colleagues — experience Grants Excellence at College of DuPage.