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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$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...

1 month 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...

1 month 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...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage multiple projects, ensuring adherence to contract requirements, budgets, and schedules while fostering strong customer relationships and leading project teams to success...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$203K - $251K *

Design and lead the Launch Readiness process, ensuring scalable frameworks for product launches. Collaborate across teams to assess needs, manage projects, and drive execution while developing a high...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving efficiency and scalability across engineering programs. Own complex initiatives, provide data-driven insights, and influence senior leaders to shape organizational culture a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Drive project management excellence by coordinating timelines, activities, and communication for the STAR team. Ensure organized workflows and documentation to support timely completion of educational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead program management efforts in defense acquisition, ensuring compliance with DoD policies while driving successful execution of critical projects that enhance national security...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale Java Microservices and AWS projects. Drive delivery, manage stakeholders, and ensure successful execution of cloud-native initiatives while fostering collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading acquisition support for cutting-edge C3C technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational effectiveness and drive strategic initiatives in a dynamic defense...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee a vital Government contract program, ensuring successful delivery and compliance. You'll manage resources, coordinate activities, and maintain high customer satisfaction while leadi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Redefine the sales landscape by managing and training diverse teams nationwide. Drive performance, support program success, and ensure seamless client relations while championing sales growth through...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project management by leading complex programs, performing programmatic analysis, facilitating funding coordination, and ensuring execution excellence in collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive program success by managing complex projects, analyzing risks, and coordinating funding. Collaborate with teams to facilitate execution, identify potential issues, and enhance program performanc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing retention strategies for diverse markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into actionable plans that enhance member experience...

Long Beach, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $140K *

Transform member retention strategies by leading initiatives that analyze feedback, monitor trends, and drive improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the member experience and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead cross-functional development efforts in semiconductor production, ensuring timely delivery and integration of hardware projects, while fostering collaboration among engineering teams and managing...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $186K *

Transform the AIDE data platform strategy as a Technical Program Management leader. Drive high-impact initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure seamless delivery across multiple teams in...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$167K - $222K *

Drive the execution and success of customer deployments by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with mission objectives, and fostering strong client relationships to deliver innovative...

4 days 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.