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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$160K - $200K *

Lead a dedicated team providing comprehensive program management support for advanced defense acquisition initiatives within the U.S. Space Forces, ensuring mission readiness through effective strateg...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate data governance strategies to enhance data quality and analytics. Lead the development of a comprehensive program, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize data management practices and dr...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Lead product initiatives from strategy to launch, enhancing user experience and driving measurable impact through collaboration with engineering, design, and customer teams...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead program controls activities for medium-sized programs, ensuring alignment with objectives. Collaborate with project managers, mitigate risks, and maintain communication with stakeholders to drive...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving program success through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead critical program controls activities, ensuring alignment across projects while mitigating risks and enhan...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in program controls for medium-sized projects, ensuring alignment with objectives, mitigating risks, and fostering collaboration among teams to drive success and transparency in progra...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Elevate program success by overseeing controls for medium-sized projects, ensuring alignment with objectives, mitigating risks, and fostering collaboration among teams to achieve strategic goals and m...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful project outcomes by leading teams, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and continuous improvement while developing...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing audio visual projects from inception to completion, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction while collaborating with diverse teams and overseeing logistics...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Empower cross-functional teams to drive major infrastructure pursuits from concept to contract award. Leverage strategic insight and collaborative planning to maximize success and secure transformativ...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer impactful infrastructure projects by leading engineering teams, ensuring quality and budget adherence while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for successful...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $90K *

Join us to lead impactful programs that support children, youth, and families. Utilize your expertise in managing multidisciplinary teams and community partnerships to foster a safe, nurturing environ...

Kamloops, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Champion the execution of complex Navy training programs, leveraging leadership and expertise to deliver high-quality results in fast-paced environments while managing diverse teams and ensuring missi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Unlock your potential as a Program Manager, leading Navy training systems programs while ensuring high-quality execution and effective team management in a fast-paced environment. Drive excellence and...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team as a Program Manager leading cross-functional initiatives that optimize reporting systems and support data-driven decision-making, enhancing revenue performance and operational processes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $186K *

Unlock potential by managing multi-disciplinary IT support for federal clients, overseeing project execution, stakeholder communication, and risk management across various task orders in network engin...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive project success by managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder communications. You'll lead complex initiatives, ensuring alignment with client goals while fostering collaboration acro...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Shape operational excellence as a Program Manager, enhancing planning quality and delivery predictability across product lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and driv...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $165K *

Lead and innovate within the Business Intelligence function, driving project visibility and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders and external partners to shape the department's roadmap and transit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform global initiatives by owning delivery and operations, driving strategy, and collaborating across teams to enhance program effectiveness and customer adoption. Improve internal tools and work...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $198K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize cost accounting systems and enhance data management. Lead vendor management and technical teams while advising on staffing and operational effectiveness to drive progra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage and execute software and firmware delivery plans for regulated instrumentation, ensuring alignment with product requirements and regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional t...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving software and firmware delivery for regulated instrumentation. This role requires technical leadership to manage cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely execution of...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex programs to meet customer commitments, driving teams to success through effective planning, communication, and risk management while fostering collaboration and gro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, large-scale programs and projects, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive success b...

Missouri, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.