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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$80K - $95K *

Oversee multiple projects by assembling teams, managing schedules, and budgets. Act as a liaison between team members and stakeholders while ensuring project progress and resource needs are met throug...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading multifaceted Federal IT programs, driving cloud, AI, and digital transformation initiatives. Engage stakeholders, manage teams, and ensure successful delivery while fosteri...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of program management and administrative support, ensuring timely deliverables and effective coordination across divisions and external organizations to enhance operational efficiency a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional engineering projects, driving program execution, and ensuring timely delivery of innovative hardware and software solutions in a dynamic environment...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $170K *

Explore opportunities to lead construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive project success through effective planning, commu...

Delta, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Explore your potential as a Project Manager, leading construction initiatives while ensuring quality, safety, and innovation. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver projects on time and within budg...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Explore a leadership role overseeing program execution and team development in a complex DoD environment. Drive performance, manage risks, and build strong customer relationships while ensuring high-q...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in cross-functional program execution, ensuring seamless integration from development to delivery. Drive collaboration across teams to meet goals while managing schedules, budgets, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance automation projects in a regulated medical device environment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery with robust planning and execution. Your expertise will drive communication and collaboration to ach...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $95K *

Manage and coordinate regional trauma care initiatives, ensuring effective project execution and collaboration among medical centers. Lead activities in preparedness, education, and data collection to...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $166K *

Oversee the delivery of data center operations projects, coordinating with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful execution, timely reporting, and continuous improvement in processes an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $166K *

Drive operational excellence by managing data center projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders and tracking pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $166K *

Transform the future of AI infrastructure by leading complex programs, driving cross-functional alignment, and ensuring seamless execution while engaging with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$245K - $285K *

Help us drive AI safety initiatives by managing complex programs that ensure compliance with global regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop safeguards and risk assessments, sup...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $285K *

Transform AI safety initiatives by managing complex programs that assess and mitigate risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with evolving regulations while supporting the...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $285K *

Empower AI safety initiatives by managing complex programs that assess and mitigate risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with evolving regulations while enhancing incide...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in executing complex aerospace programs for commercial clients, ensuring alignment across disciplines. You'll manage stakeholder relationships and oversee projects from proposal to dep...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in commercial space and aerospace. Lead cross-functional efforts, managing complex software delivery while engaging with diverse stakeholders to ensure project su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Manage cross-functional execution for aerospace clients, ensuring seamless delivery from proposal to deployment. Collaborate with product and engineering teams while balancing customer needs and techn...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving project success by managing multiple initiatives within the ePMO. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with business goals, and apply diverse methodologies to deliv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion strategic program leadership by integrating cross-functional teams, managing late-phase development, and ensuring alignment from regulatory submission to launch readiness. Drive program succe...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing complex ship design programs, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Manage cross-functional teams, optimize resources, and maintain high customer satisfaction whi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering and design management for a large-scale industrial infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with technical standards and client expectations through...

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

$110K - $130K *

Inspire your career by managing complex projects from inception to completion. Drive efficiency while collaborating with diverse teams, ensuring cost-effective solutions and exceptional client experie...

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  •   5 - 7 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.