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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing high-end senior living projects, ensuring quality, budget, and safety standards are met while fostering strong client relationships and leading a dedicated project team...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Join our team as a Project Manager, where you'll collaborate with Sales Engineers to deliver tailored HVAC solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction while managing project details and timelines effect...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing commercial HVAC projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with sales, oversee site assessments, and ensure project execution meets quality and financial goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $109K *

Drive innovative research programs by coordinating complex projects, managing budgets, and leading teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement strategies, enhance operations, and ensure successf...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $109K *

Lead the management and operations of research programs, ensuring timely execution of deliverables and compliance with budgets. Collaborate with stakeholders to support research priorities and oversee...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $190K *

Take ownership of a comprehensive storage program for large data center customers, ensuring alignment across operations, sales, and logistics while driving efficiency and innovation in a rapidly evolv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $190K *

Champion the storage program for large data center customers, driving cross-functional collaboration and innovation to enhance efficiency and meet evolving demands in the electrical power distribution...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by managing a comprehensive storage program for large data center customers, coordinating across operations and functions to ensure seamless execution and alignment with customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $190K *

Innovate solutions at the forefront of data center management, overseeing storage programs for large clients. Collaborate across functions to ensure seamless execution and drive efficiency in a rapidl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $190K *

Drive your career forward by managing a comprehensive storage program for large data center customers, ensuring seamless operations and alignment across multiple functions while innovating with digita...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $190K *

Join us to manage a dynamic storage program for large data center customers, ensuring seamless operations and alignment across functions. Drive innovation and efficiency while overseeing the storage o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

Launch innovative product development initiatives by managing cross-functional teams. Oversee project timelines, budgets, and quality to ensure successful outcomes in a dynamic environment, driving co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead enterprise-wide HR technology programs, ensuring strategic alignment and seamless integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems and optimize employee experience through...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of Gen AI initiatives, overseeing program delivery, demand management, and stakeholder engagement across multiple business units. Drive transparency and operational exc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$123K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex technical projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams through all phases from planning to operational support, while ensuring alignment with customer requirements a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $216K *

Drive the success of technology modernization projects by leading all phases of the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to deliver solutions on time and within budget...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $216K *

Manage and lead complex technology projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment while driving technology modernization and data managem...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Manage cross-functional projects from planning to delivery, ensuring effective scope, timeline, and budget management while fostering Agile practices and stakeholder collaboration for successful outco...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $216K *

Empower change as a senior leader overseeing district operations, driving enforcement activities, and enhancing service delivery to eliminate workplace discrimination while collaborating with various...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$151K - $216K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of civil rights enforcement by leading district operations, managing program implementation, and ensuring effective service delivery to eliminate workplace discrim...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, manage resources, and communicate effective...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate effectively with clients while maintaining safety and qual...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex rocket propulsion projects, providing expert advisory support to ensure successful execution and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $165K *

Lead project execution by coordinating resources, defining objectives, and ensuring quality control throughout the lifecycle, meeting deadlines and budget constraints to achieve overall program succes...

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise product strategy and execution. Lead transformative technical programs that enhance user experiences and scale AI solutions seamlessly across platforms and inf...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.