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This article presents the background of the dark dimension of project management, from the classical leadership perspective and traditional project management perspective to more evolved dark leadership theories and the dark side of project management. The aim of this article is to suggest a new conceptual framework on Dark Project Leadership that would serve as a basis for future research-based foundations for theoretical advancement. An analysis of the evolution of management and leadership theories concerning the adverse facets of management and project management theory development, along with the identification of its shadow aspects, has led to the formulation of a Dark Project Leadership conceptual framework. This framework seeks to synthesize existing knowledge and foster novel theoretical understandings. The framework should serve to structure the understanding of dark leadership within project management contexts. This suggests new theoretical avenues, empirical study designs, or methodological approaches to further explore the complexities of Dark Project Leadership.