Program Management Director Jobs

Explore Program Management Director opportunities for experienced leaders who can turn business strategy into coordinated, measurable outcomes. These senior professionals oversee complex programs, guide cross-functional teams and help organizations deliver priorities on time and within budget. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including leadership opportunities across industries.

What Does a Program Management Director Do?

A Program Management Director establishes governance and delivery practices for portfolios of related projects and initiatives. The role may involve setting program priorities, managing budgets and schedules, tracking risks and dependencies, and communicating progress to executives. Directors also build and mentor program teams, resolve escalations and ensure work supports organizational objectives.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a strong record leading large, complex programs and influencing stakeholders across departments. Useful capabilities include strategic planning, portfolio management, financial oversight, change management, risk mitigation and executive communication. Depending on the organization, experience with Agile, traditional project management methods, program management offices (PMOs), or industry-specific regulations may also be important.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Program Management Directors work in sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance, consulting, manufacturing and government. Their scope can include product launches, enterprise transformations, infrastructure initiatives, operational improvements and regulatory programs. Professionals may advance into vice president, chief operating officer or enterprise transformation leadership roles.

Find Program Management Director Jobs

Use Ladders to explore vetted Program Management Director jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industries and leadership scope to find opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Job responsibilities and compensation vary by employer, location and qualifications.

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$190K - $210K *

Lead the charge in strategic AI initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to drive program success. Utilize your program management expertise to align priorities, manage risks, and enhance AI c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$122K - $184K *

Lead the implementation of Workday solutions in Higher Education, managing project lifecycles, fostering client relationships, and delivering results while ensuring adherence to budget and timelines...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $144K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional customer service and technical support at assigned medical equipment sites, ensuring compliance with contracts and fostering strong client relationships throu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive IT quality and compliance initiatives, managing audits and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Collaborate with global teams to enhance operational performance and support career develop...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Empower National Security growth by leading complex programs, fostering relationships, and driving profitability while ensuring delivery excellence and strategic alignment across multiple agencies and...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower a team by leading GIS and Real Property projects, enhancing data quality and usability for Army installations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative geospatial solutions and ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams to deliver clinical research projects on time and within budget, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations while...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $251K *

Join our team to lead the strategy and vision for innovative data products, enhancing our data platform and customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive exceptional insights and deliver sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $408K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient care, support performance initiatives, and drive effective uti...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Lead the charge in enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Drive utilization review, collaborate with providers, and implement performance initiatives to optimize care quality and cost-e...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $265K *

Drive transformative software engineering across EPM products, lead modernization, build innovative SaaS capabilities, and enhance operational excellence in a high-impact role overseeing global teams...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project administration and correspondence management, ensuring effective communication and compliance. Support project policies and enhance documentation workflows to dr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$246K - $332K *

Transform the future of field operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance commercial effectiveness and drive measurable impact across customer-facing teams. Collaborate with cross-functio...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $219K *

Transform the monetization landscape by leading product strategies that drive market success. Collaborate across diverse product lines to enhance pricing models and optimize profitability, ensuring im...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $306K *

Drive strategic initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer engagement and project execution, ensuring alignment with scientific, operational, and financial goals while...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the customer experience through strategic vendor management and operational excellence. Lead initiatives that drive performance, compliance, and continuous im...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of innovative procurement strategies, managing the full source-to-pay process while driving cost savings and vendor performance across the organization. Collaborate...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Optimize global PMO operations for a multi-region portfolio, ensuring consistent governance, risk management, and financial discipline across projects. Collaborate with regional teams to enhance perfo...

Atlanta, GARemote

5 days ago

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

$115K - $160K *

Transform business needs into scalable solutions by managing the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes, optimize user experience, and ensure effective gov...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the Lattice MCP server strategy and integrations that enhance performance data interoperability within popular AI tools and external platforms, driving customer engagement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $275K *

Transform financial planning and analysis for diverse divisions, optimize performance insights, and shape executive decisions. Drive accountability through robust forecasting, modeling, and communicat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful technical programs by overseeing project lifecycles, managing resources, and ensuring on-time delivery while collaborating across global teams to meet customer needs and mitigate risks...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Program Management Director do?question toggle

    A Program Management Director oversees a group of related projects or strategic initiatives, aligning teams, budgets, schedules and governance with business goals. The role typically includes managing risks, reporting progress to executives and supporting successful delivery.

  • What qualifications are common for Program Management Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for extensive program or project leadership experience, strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, and a record of delivering complex initiatives. Some roles also require relevant industry expertise, formal credentials or experience with specific delivery methods.

  • How much do Program Management Directors earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, organization size and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities that pay $100,000 or more; review each listing for its stated compensation and requirements.

  • Which industries hire Program Management Directors?question toggle

    Organizations in technology, healthcare, finance, consulting, manufacturing and government hire Program Management Directors. Their work may span product development, business transformation, operations, infrastructure or regulatory initiatives.

  • What is the difference between a Program Management Director and a Project Director?question toggle

    A Program Management Director typically coordinates multiple related projects to achieve broader strategic outcomes, while a Project Director may focus on the leadership and delivery of a particular large project. Titles and responsibilities differ among employers.