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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$130K - $155K *

Champion the launch of innovative products by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and availability while navigating complex challenges in a dynamic environment. Drive operational excellen...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Explore a pivotal role in IT leadership, driving technology integration and ensuring operational excellence across systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer satisfaction and implement innova...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Transform program execution by leading cross-functional teams, managing schedules, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive performance through effective communication and risk managemen...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative projects in a fast-paced environment. Drive success across technical and delivery teams, ensuring alignment and efficiency while enhancing collaboration to achie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project delivery by leading cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives. Transform complex requirements into actionable plans while ensuring alignment across stakeholders and enhan...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive executive-level leadership for large-scale capital programs, overseeing complex design and construction initiatives. Manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure alignment with client objectives, b...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead federal program operations, ensuring quality delivery and compliance. Manage budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams while driving continuous improvement initiatives to achieve contract p...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing program budgets, enhancing workflows, and ensuring financial accuracy. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency and support sustainability initiatives in a dynami...

Newark, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $205K *

Drive IT support excellence by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance, and enhancing service delivery for a high-impact government contract. Foster collaboration and continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $155K *

Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $145K *

Drive project success by leading cross-functional teams, managing complex government programs, and ensuring timely delivery of innovative solutions while maintaining high standards of quality and perf...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to shape and deliver unique cultural experiences, events, and wellness initiatives. Drive brand engagement through innovative programming while collaborating with partners to creat...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Optimize program management by developing financial reports, tracking budgets, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and improve operational efficiency while supportin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $90K *

Lead the charge in enhancing residency education as a Program Coordinator. Collaborate with faculty and trainees to ensure seamless program administration for over 100 residents, utilizing your organi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$138K - $165K *

Tackle complex regulatory challenges by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and alignment with external pressures impacting product strategies. Drive process optimization and enhance c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex fiber optic network projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to drive project success from in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team, driving innovation, and enhancing technology solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement...

Today

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

$90K - $185K *

Pioneer complex mechanical projects with a focus on commercial renovations. Oversee all phases of project management, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful execution and financial mana...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $250K *

Partner with us to lead complex technical programs supporting NASA. Drive performance, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations while fostering strong custome...

3 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing technical projects from inception to completion. Ensure customer satisfaction through effective coordination and a customer-focused approach in a dynamic startup enviro...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $168K *

Drive successful program execution by managing client relationships, overseeing service contracts, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective project management and technical solutions deplo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Empower project success by leading diverse initiatives in manufacturing. Utilize your expertise in pharma, biotech, or medical devices to drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring complian...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading diverse initiatives in manufacturing, focusing on pharma, biotech, and medical devices. Leverage your expertise to drive success in commissioning, qualification, a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join our team as a Project Manager to lead diverse manufacturing projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Leverage your expertise in pharma, biotech, or medical devices to drive success and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead diverse manufacturing projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Leverage your expertise in pharma, biotech, or medical devices to drive success and foster collaboration across...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.