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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$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading product immersion and testing initiatives, driving impactful strategies through customer insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product development and marketi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion customer insights and product testing to drive impactful strategies. Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage complex projects, and enhance product development through data analysis and stak...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in product immersion and testing initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance product outcomes. Manage logistics, communicate insights, and implement process improvem...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate product testing and immersion initiatives, leading cross-functional teams to enhance product delivery and insights. Drive strategic planning, communication, and process improvements while man...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and scale our contingent workforce program, overseeing sourcing, contracting, onboarding, and offboarding processes. Drive operational efficiency and partner with cross-fun...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer project management excellence! Lead teams to ensure successful project delivery from ideation to completion while aligning processes with corporate objectives, optimizing stakeholder engagemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $145K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage and execute programs in medical device development, ensuring quality, timing, and cost targets are met while leading multi-disciplinary efforts across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $118K *

Optimize project implementation and budget management while supervising staff and enhancing student outreach. Collaborate with faculty to ensure program success and compliance, fostering an inclusive...

1 week ago

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

$66K - $116K *

Innovate operational efficiency by leading large-scale automation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design solutions that enhance fleet performance and customer delivery experien...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in program execution by collaborating with senior staff, managing milestones, and ensuring quality deliverables. Analyze risks and track progress to align with strategic objectives whi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a leading company driving product innovations. As the Project Manager, you’ll oversee complex projects, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful launches while optim...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing complex training systems support contracts for the U.S. Navy. Lead multi-site operations, manage performance and cost control, and build strong relationships...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer impactful solutions as a Program Manager, leading acquisition and advisory services for cutting-edge defense programs. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure project success and strat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role managing cross-functional teams to enhance program performance and profitability. Engage with diverse projects while ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Develop and manage a complex portfolio of strategic programs with national significance. Lead enterprise-wide initiatives, integrate emerging technologies, and drive resource allocation through data-d...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving national strategic initiatives by managing complex programs. You'll lead enterprise-wide projects, integrate emerging technologies, and ensure effective resource allocation...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional program management support. Oversee daily operations, ensure compliance, and lead a skilled workforce to achieve strategic objectives in a dynami...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate product development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements, manage project scope, and ensure successful outcomes. Lead multiple projects while fostering trust...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $170K *

Champion project management excellence by leading engineering initiatives, coordinating schedules, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders to drive successful manufacturing facility pr...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing task orders and ensuring top-tier IT and mission support services delivery. Lead teams, enforce standards, and oversee performance to achieve organizational go...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive success as a Program Manager, leading a multidisciplinary team in delivering enterprise IT solutions, ensuring quality oversight, technical direction, and effective customer coordination across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading high-impact projects in healthcare payment integrity. Drive cross-functional teams to ensure accurate claims processing while managing timelines, budgets, and stakehol...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead critical payment integrity projects, ensuring accurate healthcare claims processing. Drive cross-functional collaboration and manage complex initiatives from planning to ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance federal acquisition operations, drive process improvements, and implement technology solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency across d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Drive project success by leading the sustainment of NSIPS, collaborating with Navy stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while managing schedules, budgets, and risks for effective p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.