Explore Project Manager Jobs

Project managers guide initiatives from planning through delivery, coordinating people, budgets, timelines, and resources to achieve business goals. Explore vetted Project Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Whether your background is in technology, construction, healthcare, finance, or operations, find openings that align with your experience and career ambitions.

What Does a Project Manager Do?

Project Managers define scope and objectives, build schedules and budgets, manage risks, communicate with stakeholders, and keep teams aligned. Depending on the organization, they may oversee a single project, a portfolio of initiatives, or cross-functional programs. Their work combines planning, problem-solving, leadership, and clear communication.

Skills and Qualifications for Project Manager Jobs

Employers commonly seek experience leading projects, managing stakeholders, and delivering results within agreed constraints. Useful capabilities include project planning, budgeting, risk management, team leadership, and written and verbal communication. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or project management software may be important for specific roles. Certifications such as PMP or an Agile credential can strengthen a candidate’s profile, though requirements vary by employer.

Project Manager Salaries and Career Growth

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Senior, specialized, and program-level roles may offer broader ownership and higher earning potential. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore Project Manager opportunities at this level.

Find Your Next Project Manager Role

Browse Project Manager job listings on Ladders to discover opportunities that match your expertise. Review role requirements, tailor your résumé to highlight measurable outcomes, and set up job alerts to stay informed about new openings. Explore related titles such as Senior Project Manager, Program Manager, and Technical Project Manager as you plan your next move.

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$85K - $100K *

Empower project success by leading heavy industrial construction efforts through planning, execution, and compliance. Ensure safety, quality, and budget objectives are met while fostering collaboratio...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial insights, mitigate risks, and support informed decis...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynami...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Accelerate your career by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynamic, rem...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Drive financial accuracy and risk management in construction cost controls for data center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective budget management and reporting in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data cente...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction cost management. In this role, you'll oversee financial controls for critical projects, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting while collaborating...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with diverse teams to support informed decision-m...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Elevate project success by managing comprehensive cost controls for data center and mission-critical capital programs, ensuring accurate financial insights and proactive risk management in a dynamic e...

1 week ago

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

$118K - $128K *

Elevate your career by driving program execution and performance management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success through effective risk management, forecasting, and stake...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $86K *

Join a team that's redefining project management through innovative software solutions. Collaborate with clients to tailor systems, deliver training, and enhance data workflows, ensuring effective pro...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $86K *

Unlock potential by leading project management information systems initiatives, configuring software solutions, and delivering training to clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project con...

1 week ago

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

$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

$78K - $98K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to execute innovative art initiatives, enhancing operational processes while managing budgets and timelines with stakeholders in a fast-paced cultura...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer project management excellence by leading software development initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $98K *

Shape impactful arts initiatives by managing projects, enhancing processes, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive success in exhibitions, conservation, and public programming while alig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Advance project success by leading complex foundations initiatives, driving teams through planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence in a fast-paced environ...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving technology initiatives across business systems, applications, and infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time, leveraging AI tools to enhance e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Play a key role in managing engineering projects and client partnerships, ensuring successful delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality outcomes while driving business growth and client satisfactio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Champion project success by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions on time and within budget, while fostering strong client relationships and supporting team dev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage project execution, and foster client relationships while ensuring technical excellenc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $165K *

Drive tenant improvement projects globally, managing all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to create exceptional workspaces, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Digital Project Manager, overseeing a portfolio of digital and AI initiatives in a regulated manufacturing environment. Drive project delivery, stakeholder coordination, and d...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic projects, managing scope, resources, and budgets to achieve financial objectives while ensuring quality and stakeholder engagement across departments...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by overseeing mobile and fixed asset management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution, budget adherence, and quality standards while fos...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Project Manager plans and coordinates work to deliver a project successfully. Responsibilities often include setting scope and timelines, managing budgets and risks, communicating with stakeholders, and guiding teams through delivery.

  • What qualifications are common for Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for project leadership experience, planning and budgeting skills, stakeholder management, and strong communication. Some positions request industry experience, knowledge of Agile or Waterfall methods, or credentials such as PMP.

  • How much do Project Managers earn?question toggle

    Project Manager salaries vary by location, industry, experience, and the size and complexity of the work. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Which industries hire Project Managers?question toggle

    Project Managers work across many sectors, including technology, construction, healthcare, finance, consulting, and operations. Responsibilities and technical requirements differ by industry.

  • What related job titles should Project Managers search for?question toggle

    Related titles include Senior Project Manager, Program Manager, Technical Project Manager, IT Project Manager, and Project Management Office (PMO) Manager.