Explore $100K+ Jobs in Kentucky

Discover high-paying professional opportunities across Kentucky with Ladders. Browse vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, from established employers and growing organizations. Whether you’re interested in positions in Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, or elsewhere in the state, find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.

Professional Opportunities Across Kentucky

Kentucky’s economy spans healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, education, and other industries. Employers across the state seek experienced professionals for roles in leadership, operations, engineering, sales, healthcare administration, and more. The right opportunity may be available in a major metro area or in a smaller community.

Find a Role That Fits Your Experience

Use Ladders to explore opportunities suited to your skills, seniority, and compensation expectations. Review job descriptions, compare responsibilities, and identify roles where your professional background can make an impact. Listings on Ladders are vetted and pay at least $100,000.

Advance Your Career in Kentucky

Build your next career move by searching Kentucky jobs and narrowing results by location, industry, and role. Check listings regularly, tailor your resume to each opportunity, and highlight measurable accomplishments that demonstrate your value to prospective employers.

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$75K - $90K *

Drive exceptional client outcomes by managing complex, cross-functional projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure clarity, timely execution, and risk management, transforming strategy into ac...

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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a global team in Trust Services, enhancing client relationships, and driving operational excellence. Shape the future of AI-powered security solutions while ensuring top-ti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's leading high-voltage electric transmission projects nationwide. Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Drive project success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Transform project execution by leading high-voltage electric transmission and distribution initiatives. Oversee planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful project delivery...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the planning and execution of high-voltage electric transmission projects, ensuring successful organization, budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder communication while fostering a collaborative t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your project management career by leading a strategic platform within investor client coverage, enhancing client engagement and driving technology integration across CBRE's commercial real est...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of diverse industrial construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Lead a team of engineers and supervisors, fostering collaboration and communication to achi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$176K - $264K *

Champion innovative strategies for State & Local Government, bridging customer needs with product development. Drive revenue growth and enhance customer relationships through industry insights and tai...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading multi-site projects, enhancing infrastructure, and driving operational improvements to ensure safety and efficiency across facilities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $220K *

Champion financial excellence by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic analysis, and leveraging AI to enhance decision-making for a diverse portfolio of clients in a fast-paced, remote environment...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $219K *

Empower data management excellence by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements across multiple clinical trials while mentoring staff and maintaining high d...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Drive project success by managing integrated delivery across AI task orders, overseeing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring adherence to quality standards while maintaining project roadmaps and sche...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end client engagements for complex AI and digital projects, managing multiple implementations while ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectations. Collaborate with cross-funct...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping growth strategies for Federal Civilian accounts. Leverage your expertise in federal markets to drive business development, capture opportunities, and enhance customer relati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Empower the future of municipal water and wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and delivery efforts. Manage multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and strengthen client relationship...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading water and wastewater projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in program management excellence, ensuring seamless operations and compliance across diverse teams while supporting critical Air Force contract initiatives and rapid-response readiness...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine client partnerships by managing complex relationships, driving performance, and leading recovery strategies. Collaborate with executives to ensure client success and identify growth opportun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $241K *

Engage in the safe and efficient management of large-scale construction projects. Oversee field activities, ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards, and coordinate resources to achie...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in construction quality management for a large-scale data center portfolio. Drive the establishment of quality standards, ensure compliance, and oversee a dedicated team of Site Qualit...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $275K *

Transform the future of bridge engineering by leading complex projects nationwide. Collaborate with teams to ensure excellence in execution, engage clients, and drive business development while buildi...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of AI agents within a dynamic platform, ensuring they deliver business value and adhere to enterprise standards while collaborating with stakeholders across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by designing AI-enabled workflows that simplify complex insurance operations, ensuring user trust and operational efficiency through close collaboration with engineering and g...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $186K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence by driving process efficiency and supporting change initiatives. Collaborate across teams to optimize resources and consistently execute strategic i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in Kentucky?question toggle

    Kentucky listings may include senior and experienced roles in areas such as healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, sales, engineering, and operations. Available positions vary by employer and location.

  • Which Kentucky cities have professional job opportunities?question toggle

    Opportunities may be found in Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and communities throughout the state. Search by location to explore current openings near you.

  • Do jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with advertised salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.

  • How can I find a high-paying job in Kentucky?question toggle

    Search Kentucky listings by city, role, or industry, then review the qualifications and compensation details. Tailor your resume to the position and emphasize relevant accomplishments and leadership experience.