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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$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...

3 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...

3 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...

3 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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Today

  •   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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project success by managing complex implementations, ensuring timelines and budgets are met with a focus on customer satisfaction while collaborating across teams to drive excellence in delive...

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

$130K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving successful program delivery across multiple value streams. As a key contributor, you'll manage project execution, ensuring objectives are met while interfacing with cross-fu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing readiness across multiple sites, ensuring seamless execution of capacity ramps and operational excellence in semiconductor production. Drive cross-functiona...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in executing manufacturing ramps across multiple sites, ensuring readiness in equipment, processes, and resources to meet production targets. Drive cross-functional collaboration and m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize program delivery at a premier training complex, ensuring quality control, risk management, and effective communication with stakeholders. Drive mission analysis and manage P&L for su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Oversee contract management for government projects, ensuring quality, performance, and safety while leading a diverse team to drive efficiency and success in mission objectives...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$78K - $98K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to execute innovative art initiatives, enhancing operational processes while managing budgets and timelines with stakeholders in a fast-paced cultura...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $98K *

Shape impactful arts initiatives by managing projects, enhancing processes, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive success in exhibitions, conservation, and public programming while alig...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical projects by leading cross-functional teams to deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective capital initiatives on time and within budget. Bring your expertise to driv...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$156K - $176K *

Drive impactful Behavioral Health initiatives by managing project activities, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring successful implementation in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a team de...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving transformational supply chain initiatives through AI and technology. Take charge of large programs to enhance logistics, inventory management, and customer engagement while...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead complex, multi-million-dollar projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse teams and clients to overcome challenges and drive innovative solutions...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of complex projects by leading multi-million-dollar initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while fostering...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.