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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$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful program management by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and delivering measurable results in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with divers...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $166K *

Shape the future of defense technology by leading acquisition support for critical command and control systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making capabilitie...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $93K *

Champion project execution by coordinating cross-functional teams to meet milestones and customer commitments. Drive accountability and proactively manage risks to ensure successful delivery of semico...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Drive project execution for semiconductor capital equipment, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate across teams to manage schedules, mitigate risks, and uphold customer commitments while s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading enterprise IT operations and modernization initiatives. Drive multidisciplinary teams to deliver secure, accessible solutions while ensuring customer satisfaction and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Manage complex IT projects by overseeing design, implementation, and testing phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance while driving successful project outcomes...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $172K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams in the Sentinel Program, ensuring timely delivery of propulsion systems while managing risks, quality, and customer relations. Drive continuous impro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic portfolio of Cybersecurity Services, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage budgets, risks, and project lifec...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving defense programs from development to delivery. Lead cross-functional efforts to meet technical, cost, and schedule commitments while ensuring customer satisfaction and progr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Agile project management for Federal digital services, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring successful execution of complex modernization efforts while managing stakehol...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and financial goals. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and drive cro...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $185K *

Optimize strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional programs that bridge e-commerce, digital media, and technology. Collaborate with senior leaders to transform concepts into actionable results...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead placemaking initiatives and drive program management across teams. Collaborate with co-founders and design teams to enhance workplace culture, community engagement, and operational efficiency in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $234K *

Partner with us to shape energy policy and regulatory strategies that drive data center growth, engaging with stakeholders to navigate complex energy market challenges and support our strategic object...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and executing medium to large IT projects, ensuring quality implementations and business adoption through collaboration and effective communication with stakeh...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex supply chain projects, driving transformation and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to define goals, manage resources, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining hi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $192K *

Drive operational excellence by managing digital media workflows, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement. Leverage analytical skills to optimize processes and enhance team performance in a fa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform complex customer programs by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, financial performance, and alignment with customer expectations while driving operational excellence an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive customer engagement by managing requests and collaborating with engineering teams for project success. Leverage your technical expertise and strong communication skills to execute customer demos...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive complex healthcare projects from strategy to execution, ensuring alignment across teams. Lead operational improvements and transformation initiatives while managing stakeholder relationships and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex aerospace and defense programs by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless execution from development to production while meeting cost, schedule, and quality commitments in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $227K *

Empower teams by steering strategic supply chain initiatives, overseeing budgets, and ensuring seamless execution. Collaborate across functions to optimize performance and drive cost efficiencies in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of licensing and permitting systems by managing a large-scale Salesforce modernization project. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure successful impleme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $230K *

Lead complex, multi-workstream technology programs, ensuring alignment across teams and delivering customer outcomes through strategic planning, execution, and governance. Drive program success by man...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.