🧭 Director — Project Management & Consultancy in China

China has one of the world's largest infrastructure and manufacturing markets, with deep engineering talent.

$44–$140 / hour≈ $5,720–$18,200 / monthCN

Lead PMC assignments, project delivery teams, client coordination and operational performance. Plan for language needs, local platforms and data or payment rules when working with mainland teams. This is usually a senior appointment, full-time or fractional, with a notice period and performance-linked pay.

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Key responsibilities

• Lead project management consultancy (PMC) assignments end to end
• Guide and staff project delivery teams
• Coordinate with clients, designers and contractors
• Track operational, cost and schedule performance

Skills employers look for

• PMC experience on large projects
• Team leadership and resourcing
• Client management
• Contract and schedule oversight

Tools and standards

• Cost and earned-value dashboards
• Stage-gate and assurance frameworks
• Primavera P6 and MS Project

Typical deliverables

• Risk and issue registers
• Lessons-learned and closeout reports
• Project execution and management plans

How success is measured

• Team utilisation and retention
• Quality of reporting and governance
• On-time and on-budget delivery

Common challenges

• Controlling scope changes
• Keeping senior talent across multiple assignments

Hiring tip

Review one or two past PMC assignments, including what went wrong and how it was fixed.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Director, Project Management & Consultancy cost in China?

Indicative Director, Project Management & Consultancy rates for China are about $44–$140 per hour, or $5,720–$18,200 per month for regular work.

What should I know before hiring in China?

Plan for language needs, local platforms and data or payment rules when working with mainland teams.

Which cities in China do you cover?

Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hangzhou.

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