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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$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic fleet program rollouts and optimizations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experiences and drive initiatives that strengthen brand visibility ac...

Today

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

$166K - $309K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Tactical Avionics Program Management. Lead cross-functional teams, enhance organizational performance, and manage complex programs from inception to completion...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $275K *

Manage the execution of a complex development program, overseeing cost, schedule, and technical performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deliverables and custom...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $275K *

Pioneer the future of ground control systems by leading cross-functional teams, managing program execution, and ensuring successful contract deliverables while driving innovation and customer engageme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving software adoption within a dynamic SaaS environment. Manage a team, optimize user engagement strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $145K *

Deliver comprehensive application development and digital transformation projects, managing scope, timelines, and resources while ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with quality standards acr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in program management while overseeing critical reporting initiatives, collaborating with technology teams, and ensuring streamlined delivery within a PMO fr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $188K *

Shape the future of complex project management by overseeing integration and execution across multiple high-budget programs. Lead teams, manage risks, and ensure successful customer relationships whil...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $207K *

Champion the integration and management of complex projects, ensuring successful execution and customer satisfaction. Oversee budgets exceeding $20M, lead diverse teams, and navigate high-risk challen...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $207K *

Drive successful integration of complex projects, managing budgets over $20M while ensuring customer satisfaction, technical execution, and team leadership. Oversee program performance and mitigate ri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $207K *

Champion complex project integration and management, ensuring successful execution, customer satisfaction, and budget control across multiple high-value programs while leading diverse teams and naviga...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $150K *

Drive pre-construction management and client relationships to ensure project success. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and compliance while collaborating with superintendents to deliver high-quality res...

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage and deliver a diverse portfolio of complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive effective solutions while navigating a dynamic, fast-p...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving modernization efforts for airborne Battle Management Command & Control systems. Leverage your expertise in program management to support critical DoD acquisition programs an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing energy solution projects, ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication, coordination, and timely delivery while maintaining quality and cost objectives acr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $152K *

Champion program excellence by leading complex federal initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to ensure successful delivery and client satisfacti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-vendor coordination and cross-team delivery of patient-generated health data applications, ensuring alignment of technical execution with program goals to achieve imp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $107K *

Support critical infrastructure projects by managing vendor onboarding, compliance, and financial tracking. Ensure efficient operations and high standards across administrative functions in a fast-pac...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $105K *

Execute key operational support for public sector sales, ensuring efficient onboarding, compliance, and data reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process improvements and main...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $105K *

Advance public sector initiatives by coordinating onboarding, compliance, and reporting processes. Collaborate with sales teams and cross-functional partners to drive operational excellence and ensure...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in developing a revolutionary security program. Foster collaboration between security and engineering teams to prioritize and enhance security processes. Your insights will shape polic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by leading the management, coordination, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and quality standards while effectively communicating with stake...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Transform client programs by overseeing delivery and optimization, ensuring alignment with objectives. Collaborate across teams to manage resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations for success...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize client programs, ensuring alignment with objectives and operational excellence. Oversee timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication across complex initiatives while driving...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects, ensuring quality delivery, and managing integrated teams. Oversee contract services, report on progress, and coordinate activities to achieve strategic go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.