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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$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of education and workforce development by leading program management, research, and evaluation efforts. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance career pathways and drive impa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $190K *

Empower our Security & GRC initiatives by managing projects that ensure compliance, drive accountability, and foster collaboration across teams. Lead the project management framework to keep programs...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and drive strategic initiatives in MDM, Data Quality, and Governance. Oversee program delivery, manage resources, and ensure operational excellence across multiple projects while coordinating wit...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion global initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and engineering expertise to drive strategic success and foster strong partnerships across all or...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Play a key role in managing diverse housing programs for homeless individuals and families, ensuring effective service delivery, compliance, and collaboration with community partners to achieve succes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Advance project management excellence by overseeing low voltage installations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving customer satisfaction through effective team leadershi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$172K - $224K *

Deliver strategic financial insights and operational support for high-priority technology projects, ensuring effective decision-making and project success through expert leadership and comprehensive b...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage critical IT programs supporting federal operations, ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope while m...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver engineering analysis and capability integration, ensuring alignment with DoD standards. Play a key role in developing technical scopes and cost models to sup...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the successful delivery of large-scale capital projects, managing all phases from planning to turnover. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project goals are met while maintaining effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$230K - $330K *

Lead the planning and execution of an autonomous aircraft program, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance while interfacing with customers and cross-functional teams throughout the program...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Explore a dynamic role managing diverse projects in the space industry. Collaborate with stakeholders, track milestones, and lead teams to ensure successful project delivery while navigating fluctuati...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $112K *

Empower progress by leading a dedicated team of therapists, ensuring high-quality care, overseeing program development, and fostering a collaborative environment in a supportive assisted living facili...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $241K *

Lead the charge in managing production for advanced missile systems, ensuring contract execution, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement while driving program performance and compliance with...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $192K *

Lead the integrated release strategy for a complex ERP and CRM solution, ensuring high-quality, predictable releases while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $192K *

Shape the future of digital transformation by owning the release strategy for a complex ERP and CRM solution. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality, predictable releases while enhancing oper...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $192K *

Lead the charge in digital transformation by managing integrated product releases for a cutting-edge ERP and CRM solution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, efficient dep...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $150K *

Advance your career by supporting PEO leadership in managing acquisition baselines, ensuring program health, and minimizing risks through comprehensive analysis and reporting. Collaborate effectively...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing program management and acquisition baselines. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance project health and minimize risks while ensuring timely delivery...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $160K *

Lead the delivery of strategic technology initiatives, collaborating across teams to optimize New Business and Underwriting processes. Ensure projects meet scope, budget, and regulatory commitments wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $160K *

Drive the successful delivery of strategic technology initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, managing project lifecycles, and ensuring alignment with business goals to enhance operational effi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects within federal health. Your expertise in software, data, cloud, and cybersecurity will ensure seamless coordination, high-quality deliverables, and clie...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in expanding and optimizing a statewide clinical placement system, fostering partnerships with healthcare providers and educational institutions to enhance California's healthcare work...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead control engineering projects, ensuring effective scope management, cost tracking, and operational training. Collaborate with teams to enhance control systems, focusing on safety and environmental...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$165K - $190K *

Transform the future of telecommunications infrastructure by leading large-scale regional projects for critical U.S. Navy installations, ensuring compliance, modernization, and operational excellence...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.