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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$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage a cross-disciplinary engineering team, ensuring successful execution of hardware-focused programs from concept to production while maintaining cost, schedule, and technical integrity...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading engineering projects from concept to completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards while driving pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing programs for mechanical and pyrotechnic systems, ensuring effective execution through planning, cost management, and customer communication to exceed expectations and meet...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead defense programs from planning to delivery, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure performance meets customer and mission objectives while managing risks and contractual obligations effect...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex defense programs from planning to delivery, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and quality objectives while coordinating cross-functional teams and serving as...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of program management by leading a dynamic team to ensure successful contract execution, client satisfaction, and strategic growth across multiple programs with a focus on operational...

5 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Talent Acquisition by leading complex programs and ensuring compliance in PERM recruitment. Drive operational excellence, influence stakeholders, and enhance pr...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading complex programs and processes. Drive compliance and operational excellence while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance recruitment strategies an...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of manufacturing ramps across multiple sites, ensuring readiness in equipment, processes, and resources to meet production targets. Drive cross-functional collaboration and mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving manufacturing readiness across multiple sites, ensuring seamless execution of capacity ramps and operational excellence in semiconductor production. Collaborate cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of Agile project management by leading cross-functional teams, driving digital transformation, and optimizing workflows to deliver value-driven solutions while fostering a culture of...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of power distribution by owning new product introductions, ensuring manufacturability and certification, and leading cross-functional collaboration to transition innovative designs in...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $280K *

Lead transformative AI, data, and customer experience initiatives, bridging strategy and execution. Establish governance and delivery frameworks to ensure measurable business impact across multiple te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise communications through bespoke project management. Lead complex software implementations for Fortune 100 clients, ensuring seamless integration and stakehold...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in workforce analytics to drive strategic hiring, onboarding, and training initiatives for a large-scale workforce expansion. Utilize advanced data modeling and reporting to ensure ope...

Nisku, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical device innovation by leading R&D projects, ensuring compliance, and driving successful commercialization. Collaborate across teams to meet project goals...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Elevate our project management excellence by leading a team responsible for the successful delivery of complex IT engagements, ensuring adherence to standards, and fostering stakeholder collaboration...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $300K *

Drive innovation in AI consumer product builds, leading prototypes through launch. Partner cross-functionally to ensure efficient execution and validation, with occasional in-region travel to support...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $152K *

Join a dynamic team to lead customer-focused project execution, ensuring successful delivery of technical projects. Manage scope, budgets, and timelines while fostering collaboration and maintaining h...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Engage in managing customer project orders of moderate complexity, overseeing execution from planning to closeout. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while driving customer satisfacti...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Lead customer-focused project execution, managing scope, budget, and timelines for moderate complexity projects. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while driving customer satisfaction...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Champion project success by managing complex customer orders, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Champion project success by managing customer orders, ensuring compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, on-budget results while enhancing customer satisfaction and operationa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Manage customer project orders of moderate complexity, ensuring successful execution from planning to closeout. Drive compliance, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while coordinating cr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Engage in managing moderate to complex customer projects, overseeing execution from planning to closeout. Ensure compliance with standards while driving customer satisfaction and operational efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.