Engagement Manager Jobs

Explore Engagement Manager jobs for experienced professionals who turn client needs and business priorities into successful outcomes. Engagement Managers lead important client relationships, guide complex projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and help organizations deliver measurable value. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles for leaders ready to take the next step in consulting, technology, financial services, healthcare, and other industries.

What Does an Engagement Manager Do?

An Engagement Manager typically serves as a primary point of contact between a company and its clients or stakeholders. The role may involve defining project scope, setting timelines, managing budgets and risks, aligning internal teams, and communicating progress. Depending on the employer, Engagement Managers may also identify growth opportunities, support business development, and advise clients on strategy, implementation, or operational change.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong project and program management skills, clear executive communication, and the ability to build trusted client relationships. Success also calls for analytical thinking, sound judgment, negotiation, and comfort managing competing priorities. Requirements vary by organization, but many senior roles value a relevant degree, industry expertise, and a track record of delivering complex engagements and measurable results.

Industries and Career Paths

Engagement Manager titles appear across consulting firms, software and technology companies, healthcare organizations, financial services, and enterprise businesses. The work can lead to senior leadership opportunities in client services, consulting, delivery, operations, or general management. Because responsibilities differ across employers, review each job description for the client portfolio, team structure, travel expectations, and decision-making scope.

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$100K - $120K *

Transform client engagement through strategic event management, overseeing a dynamic calendar of sports and cultural moments. Collaborate with teams to enhance Nielsen's presence and deliver exception...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead the planning and execution of real estate development projects, ensuring alignment with community needs and organizational goals. Manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder engagement to deliver...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform program management practices by developing governance frameworks, establishing policies, and coaching leaders. Drive efficiency and best practices across the portfolio while enhancing skills...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $175K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading cost control, scheduling, and estimating efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure best value for clients while managing risks and fostering strong relatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Lead project controls initiatives by managing costs, schedules, and risks. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction while fostering strong relationships and dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming transit solutions by managing the expansion of bus shelters. Lead projects from initiation to deployment, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client needs while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive targeted ABM strategies across diverse verticals, enhancing engagement and revenue growth through personalized, data-driven marketing programs. Collaborate with sales and industry leaders to opt...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Digital Project Manager, overseeing a portfolio of digital and AI initiatives in a regulated manufacturing environment. Drive project delivery, stakeholder coordination, and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing electronic security installations, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams and clients to optimize resources, maintain schedules, and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $271K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable HR processes that enhance employee experience. Own the global operating model, ensuring seamless integration of AI capabilities while driving continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead financial planning and analysis efforts, guiding budgeting and forecasting processes while developing a high-performing team. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive strategic decisions and e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team that drives project intelligence, enhances sales strategies, and optimizes opportunities across diverse construction markets and product categories...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $266K *

Lead the charge in transforming HR and Finance strategies by managing Workday AMS engagements, overseeing functional teams, and driving best practices to enhance operational efficiency and client sati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$194K - $230K *

Optimize HR and Finance strategies by leading Workday AMS engagements, managing cross-functional teams, and driving best practices to enhance client operations in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $266K *

Manage and oversee multiple functional work streams in Workday AMS engagements, driving best practices and client strategies while leading cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive project execution a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $109K *

Join a team that's focused on acquiring and growing strategic partnerships. Drive high performance in a customer-centric environment, achieving revenue targets while utilizing sales technology to enha...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing complex programs within the US DoD market. Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver drone projects on time and budget, all while ensuring compliance and fostering strong...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of professionals to enhance passport services through effective program management, ensuring quality standards and timely execution while collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuou...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Transform legal research by leading a dynamic AI engineering team to modernize KeyCite. Drive innovation in AI capabilities and backend systems while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance le...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-impact BDR team to drive pipeline growth across North America. Collaborate with marketing and sales to optimize initiatives and mentor talent, shaping the future...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $157K *

Transform project management processes by leading risk and control initiatives, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance compliance and efficiency in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$290K - $365K *

Drive impactful Corporate Engineering programs, enhancing productivity through innovative IT solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable systems that empower all e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$290K - $365K *

Lead complex, cross-functional programs to enhance corporate engineering solutions, ensuring seamless IT systems and infrastructure that empower productivity and collaboration across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $267K *

Transform program delivery by bridging stakeholders and development teams, ensuring high-quality products meet business and customer needs. Leverage strategic communication and agile methodologies to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Empower growth by transforming pilot successes into multi-community rollouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build executive relationships and drive measurable value for senior living oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Engagement Manager?question toggle

    An Engagement Manager oversees client or stakeholder relationships and coordinates the people, plans, and resources needed to deliver successful projects or services. The exact scope varies by employer and industry.

  • What does an Engagement Manager do day to day?question toggle

    Day-to-day work may include meeting with clients, setting project priorities, tracking budgets and timelines, resolving delivery issues, coordinating teams, and sharing progress and recommendations with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Engagement Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value project or program leadership, client relationship management, communication, analytical problem-solving, and relevant industry experience. Senior positions may also require a degree or a record of leading complex engagements.

  • How much do Engagement Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on industry, location, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary details.

  • Where can I find Engagement Manager jobs?question toggle

    You can search Ladders for vetted Engagement Manager openings across industries, with job details that help you compare compensation, location, responsibilities, and experience requirements.