Explore Program Manager Jobs

Program Managers coordinate complex initiatives, align teams around shared goals, and help organizations deliver meaningful outcomes. Browse vetted Program Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more, across industries and experience levels.

What Does a Program Manager Do?

Program Managers oversee related projects and initiatives from planning through delivery. They define objectives, establish timelines, manage budgets and dependencies, communicate with stakeholders, identify risks, and track results. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on business transformation, technology, product development, operations, or customer programs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Experience with project or program management methods, budgeting, reporting, risk management, and collaboration across departments can be valuable. Some positions require industry-specific knowledge, technical fluency, or credentials such as PMP, while requirements vary by employer.

Program Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by location, industry, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, giving experienced candidates a place to explore high-paying Program Manager opportunities. Senior Program Managers may progress to portfolio leadership, director-level roles, or other executive positions.

Find Your Next Program Manager Role

Search current openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover Program Manager jobs that match your experience and career goals, and apply to opportunities where you can lead important work and deliver measurable results.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$170K - $205K *

Unlock the potential of our Pro offering by leading product strategy and roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences for short-term rental operators and HOAs, ensuring scalable s...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$70K - $117K *

Lead the charge in optimizing provider networks and managing strategic projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery and enhance partnerships, driving success from initiation to c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $160K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading complex, cross-functional projects that align stakeholders and transform business priorities into actionable plans, ensuring successful execution across Revenue...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $322K *

Lead the charge in optimizing infrastructure programs that power our cutting-edge EDA ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and strategic planning, driving op...

Santa Clara, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex projects with clarity and control. Drive client success through effective management of scope, budget, and timelines while fostering collaboration across diverse...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming ideas into impactful products, owning the entire process from concept to launch. Collaborate closely with engineering and customers to deliver innovative solutions in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $200K *

Optimize strategic capture management efforts to drive growth and enhance win rates. Lead complex proposals, collaborate with teams, and leverage market insights to secure new opportunities and re-com...

Herndon, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Champion the modernization of Order-to-Cash processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in billing and collections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize NetSuite ERP, enhancing financial...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive IT transformation by managing complex programs, influencing stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple projects. Play a key role in enhancing customer experience and improvin...

Englewood, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$126K - $210K *

Lead the charge in strategic communications, partnering with senior leaders to enhance executive, employee, and corporate messaging that drives business priorities and strengthens reputation across th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the patient admission process by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality service, meeting quotas, and implementing best practices. This role is essential in connecting clients with criti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional services to State and Local Government accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance customer satisfaction, and support business development efforts while ma...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $109K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional global conferences by managing logistics and production elements for both virtual and in-person events, ensuring operational excellence and superior attendee...

New York City, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $178K *

Lead the evolution of our CMS and AI web strategy, driving product vision and execution for public sector clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-focused solut...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $285K *

Lead the development of Test & Code Coverage capabilities, transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and streamlin...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $202K *

Unlock commercial potential by executing transformation workstreams, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering strategic insights to drive measurable results in a healthcare-focused en...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Lead project portfolios from inception to completion, managing teams and client relationships. Drive financial outcomes and cultivate repeat business while ensuring project success in land development...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize business development efforts by leading proposal lifecycle management and team coordination. Drive high-quality submissions while supporting strategic initiatives in IT Government contracting...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize software change management processes to enhance deployment efficiency, minimize risks, and ensure seamless user adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improveme...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Drive seamless software updates and user adoption by leading change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and training across support teams, and minimizing operational risks during...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $147K *

Lead a dynamic team in enhancing member-centered care through effective utilization management. Drive quality improvement, ensure compliance, and foster strategic partnerships to optimize healthcare d...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of end-to-end proposal management for complex RFPs and bids. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling submissions, ensuring compliance and competitiveness in the ente...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and contract administration for federal government contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, manage audits, and maintain records. Shape pr...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution for a key applications portfolio, driving innovation and growth through AI integration while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic hea...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Program Manager?question toggle

    A Program Manager coordinates related projects and initiatives to achieve broader organizational goals, managing plans, resources, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communication.

  • What qualifications do Program Manager jobs typically require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for program or project management experience, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage budgets, timelines, risks, and cross-functional teams. Some roles request industry expertise, technical skills, or certifications such as PMP.

  • How much do Program Managers earn?question toggle

    Program Manager compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • What industries hire Program Managers?question toggle

    Program Managers work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, consulting, manufacturing, and government. Their focus and technical requirements depend on the employer and the programs they lead.

  • What career paths can follow a Program Manager role?question toggle

    With experience, Program Managers may move into senior program leadership, portfolio management, operations leadership, director roles, or executive positions.