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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the Integrated Broadcast Service program by managing acquisition efforts, directing strategic evaluations, and overseeing personnel management to enhance operational capabilities and ensure missi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $125K *

Drive project success by leading federal government initiatives, overseeing planning, coordination, and execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement i...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining project management excellence. Lead our PMO, guiding a talented group of Project Managers to ensure successful project execution, foster collaboration, and drive continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Empower program success by managing compliance, enhancing customer service, and leading Agile initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans and improve communication...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing campus infrastructure through effective project management. Oversee all phases of planning, design, and construction, ensuring projects meet academic and rese...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful projects by collaborating with leaders to define goals, streamline processes, and implement solutions. Utilize data-driven methods to enhance project management capacity and ensure suc...

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project delivery by managing scope, budget, and schedule for diverse architectural and construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality while driving strategic d...

3 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead ICT and controls project delivery for hyperscale data centers. Manage full lifecycle from design to commissioning, ensuring seamless integration of network infrastructure and m...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the execution of ICT and Low Voltage systems for hyperscale data centers, managing project lifecycles from design to commissioning. Collaborate with contractors and vendors to ensure quality and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading a prestigious museum project, managing planning, deinstallation, and reinstallation of exhibits. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional cultural experiences...

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $208K *

Champion the integration of cutting-edge technology in construction and mining machines. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, safety-critical systems while fostering collaboration and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform the museum experience by managing a high-profile exhibit project. Collaborate with a dynamic team to oversee planning, deinstallation, and reinstallation, ensuring excellence in cultural pro...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project excellence in data center operations through effective lifecycle management, ensuring safety, quality, and fiscal responsibility while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate to expand academic partnerships and drive innovative programs focused on emerging technologies. Lead strategic initiatives that enhance workforce development and student engagement, ensuri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Lead multiple commercial renovation projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing budgets and schedules. Grow your career in a dynamic environment with opportunities for advancemen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage complex K-12 construction projects from design to completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely execution while collaborating with various stakeholders and providing guidance to junior s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects from design to closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and drive successful outcomes i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $147K *

Empower success by leading strategic programs that enhance clinical, financial, and operational outcomes. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and ensure alignment with organizational goals, d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $210K *

Contribute to a cutting-edge R&D team by managing complex programs, adhering to government standards, and ensuring effective communication across diverse technical teams to achieve operational success...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $185K *

Empower the success of a critical Navy software development program by managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective communication, and overseeing project execution, risk management, and qualit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, driving project success through effective management of deliverables, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K *

Transform enterprise IT capabilities by assisting in the leadership of a multi-disciplinary team overseeing large-scale projects, ensuring alignment and execution of innovative solutions in a fast-pac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Manage and deliver complex Aerospace & Defense programs, leading cross-functional teams to meet technical and customer commitments through effective planning, execution, and risk management while ensu...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team to empower project development from estimation to invoicing, ensuring excellence in interior renovations while nurturing long-term client relationships and optimizing resources f...

4 weeks ago

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

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.