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.

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$70K - $130K *

Drive impactful pavement projects by managing planning, execution, and delivery across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance asset performance, ensure compliance, and deliver c...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading complex DoD medical product management efforts. Oversee acquisition support, coordinate resources, and communicate risks while ensuring compliance with regulations and deliv...

Gaithersburg, MDRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate in medical product program management, overseeing acquisition strategies, development processes, and team coordination to ensure successful outcomes in a dynamic environment...

Gaithersburg, MDRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading DoD medical product management efforts, overseeing acquisition support, and coordinating team resources to ensure successful program execution in a dynamic environment...

Bethesda, MDRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower progress by leading DoD medical product management initiatives, coordinating teams, and driving acquisition strategies to enhance operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement in complex e...

Bethesda, MDRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients, driving success in digital campaign execution. Become an expert in programmatic advertising processes, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collabor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex project implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance. Leverage Salesforce expertise to optimize processes and foster client relations...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower the development of innovative banking solutions by driving product strategy, collaborating across teams, and delivering scalable capabilities that enhance customer experiences and meet busines...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of in vitro diagnostics by leading complex, cross-functional product development projects from concept to launch in a regulated environment, ensuring compliance a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive product strategy and vision for finance functions, optimizing Record to Report and FP&A processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial systems and ensure comp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing client lease administration, ensuring data accuracy, timely reporting, and efficient operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance client satisfaction and maintain high ser...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

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

$99K - $124K *

Transform talent development by designing impactful programs that enhance skills and drive professional excellence globally. Collaborate with leaders to assess needs and implement innovative learning...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $176K *

Lead the charge in tax compliance and provision management, overseeing federal, state, and local returns. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely filings and support tax strategies for busines...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance progress at the intersection of clinical trials and supply chain management. Leverage your expertise to streamline processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure successful pro...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $128K *

Transform data-driven applications by leveraging your software development expertise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and enhance solutions that improve decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving program delivery and portfolio management for a dynamic Security team, ensuring effective execution of enterprise initiatives while fostering cross-functional collaboration...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing external audits for Risk Adjustment processes. Oversee audit deliverables, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improv...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive growth by managing key accounts and generating new business opportunities. Leverage your consultative sales skills to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions for enterprise cl...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$195K - $235K *

Unlock transformative potential as a senior client-facing leader, driving strategic delivery and fostering executive relationships. Shape frameworks, mentor talent, and navigate complex stakeholder dy...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you support project management efforts, ensuring client satisfaction and effective execution of construction projects. Collaborate with teams to maintain schedules, budgets, a...

Fresno, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$94K - $118K *

Unlock your potential by managing a comprehensive benefits program, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and support...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to drive strategic growth by managing key accounts, building executive relationships, and leading complex deals. Shape multi-year strategies and collaborate with a virtual team to deliver impa...

Waltham, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $260K *

Lead the charge in optimizing the AMS partner portfolio, aligning strategic partners with high-value opportunities. Drive execution, remove blockers, and ensure measurable outcomes through effective c...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Transform creative visions into tangible assets by managing the entire production lifecycle. Oversee timelines, quality control, and vendor relationships to ensure projects are delivered on-brand, on...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of patient services by ensuring timely delivery of features and integrations. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency in a compliance-heavy environment, driving inn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.