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 *

Lead critical electronics programs, ensuring timely execution and cross-functional collaboration. Manage customer relationships, coordinate engagement across teams, and drive continuous improvements t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Drive the success of a dynamic Project Management team, overseeing diverse technology projects. Lead team development, ensure project performance, and implement scalable processes to support growth ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing fundraising projects, collaborating with teams to enhance donor engagement and strategies, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goal...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading engineering projects globally, managing cross-functional teams, and optimizing processes to ensure quality and efficiency in design and execution...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering projects in water treatment, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering talent development and optimizing...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in establishing IT business management, overseeing technology finances, vendor relationships, and investment governance to ensure strategic alignment and fiscal responsibility across t...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by overseeing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Collaborate with teams to plan and execute programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while managing resources...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee program management activities, ensuring successful project execution through collaboration, risk mitigation, and resource validation. Lead teams to meet objectives while monitoring performance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead program management efforts by overseeing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success across its lifecycle, while validating resource needs and moni...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead program management efforts, ensuring successful project execution through effective collaboration, resource validation, and performance monitoring across the acquisition lifecy...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic healthcare team to lead operations, enhance patient experiences, and drive financial performance in a busy primary care practice. Foster staff development and implement process improvem...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer operational excellence in a dynamic primary care setting, leading teams to enhance patient experiences, optimize workflows, and drive financial performance while ensuring compliance and contin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of laboratory information management by leading high-quality LIMS implementations for public health and environmental laboratories, ensuring stakeholder alignment and project success...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Manage and execute complex LIMS implementations for public health and environmental labs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality out...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the delivery of complex executive education programs, leading a team to enhance learner experiences and operational excellence while managing stakeholder relationships and program health at...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $106K *

Support our Counseling and Psychological Services by enhancing operational systems, managing data, and coordinating logistics to ensure a seamless experience for clients and staff. Drive efficiency an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Manager, leading strategic IT initiatives across 140+ global sites. Drive financial planning, enhance cross-team coordination, and optimize performance to deliver user...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $125K *

Lead the development of innovative healthcare products, managing global New Product Development programs from concept to production while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence across cross...

2 days ago

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

$89K - $148K *

Contribute to operational excellence by managing scheduling processes and project standards. Act as a liaison between stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring alignment with business goals while dri...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $161K *

Partner with us to lead aerospace program coordination, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive program success by tr...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the delivery of complex healthcare facility projects, guiding teams from concept to occupancy. Leverage your expertise to ensure projects meet client objectives, budgets, and timelines while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive project management excellence by leading IT initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness. Collaborate with teams to prioritize and implement web-based systems, ensuring alignment with orga...

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion project management excellence by leading IT initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness. Oversee project planning, coordination, and execution while ensuring alignment with organizatio...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the planning and execution of real estate development projects, ensuring alignment with community needs and organizational goals. Manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder engagement to deliver...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer the execution of commercial construction projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget while fostering strong stakeholder relationships and adhering to company standards. Lead teams to...

1 month ago

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

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.