Program Manager Jobs in Colorado

Program Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Ball Corporation maintain large program management teams across defense, aerospace, and technology sectors. Demand is strong at every level from associate program manager to senior director, with the most consistent openings in IT program management, defense acquisition, and agile delivery. Colorado's federal contracting ecosystem and thriving tech corridor make it one of the most active program manager markets in the Mountain West. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles91
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring21
Work type68% Hybrid
Top industryTelecommunications

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Clinica Family Health & Wellness
Clinical Quality Program Manager
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Clinica Family Health & Wellness
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Clinical Quality Program Manager
Clinica Family Health & Wellness
Lafayette, Colorado
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$72k - $99k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business administration
501-1,000

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WOW! Internet Cable and Phone
Vendor & Partnership Program Manager
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Vendor & Partnership Program Manager
WOW! Internet Cable and Phone
Denver, Colorado
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Bachelor's degree in communications
1,001-5,000

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University of Colorado
Research Services Clinical Program Manager – AAI Program Manager
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University of Colorado
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Research Services Clinical Program Manager – AAI Program Manager
University of Colorado
Aurora, Colorado
Accounting
Business Operations
$70k - $94k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Odyssey Consulting
Program Manager
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Program Manager
Odyssey Consulting
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$165k - $190k/yr
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Frontier Airlines
Sr Commercial Technology Solutions Delivery Program Manager
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Sr Commercial Technology Solutions Delivery Program Manager
Frontier Airlines
Denver, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000

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Program Manager Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Englewood
9 jobs
Littleton
6 jobs
Aurora
5 jobs
Boulder
5 jobs
Broomfield
3 jobs
Lafayette
2 jobs
Lone Tree
2 jobs

Program Manager Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin7 open roles
EchoStar
EchoStar6 open roles
Odyssey Consulting
Odyssey Consulting5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Telecommunications
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in program manager jobs across Colorado.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field
  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred by most employers
  • Three or more years managing cross-functional programs with defined budgets and timelines
  • Experience with agile or Scrum frameworks, particularly in Colorado's tech and defense sectors
  • Proficiency with program tracking tools such as Jira, MS Project, or Smartsheet
  • Ability to obtain or hold an active U.S. security clearance for Colorado's defense contractors

Program Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program manager in Colorado?

Most program manager roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a technical field, combined with demonstrated leadership experience. Colorado does not issue a state license for program managers, but the PMP certification from the Project Management Institute is the most widely recognized credential among Colorado employers, particularly in defense and technology. Many hiring managers also look for Agile or SAFe certifications for roles in software and IT program delivery.

Which companies hire program managers in Colorado?

Companies currently hiring program managers in Colorado include Lockheed Martin, EchoStar, and Odyssey Consulting, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and federal contracting firms means large systems integrators and government prime contractors are consistently among the most active program manager employers in the state.

Which Colorado cities have the most program manager jobs?

Denver, Colorado Springs, and Englewood have the most program manager openings in Colorado. Denver drives the largest share through its headquarters density and tech sector, Colorado Springs draws heavily from the military and defense contracting installations surrounding Fort Carson and Peterson Space Force Base, and Boulder's research and software industry anchors a steady stream of IT and product program management roles.

Are there remote program manager jobs in Colorado?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 74% of program manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves coordination, reporting, and stakeholder communication that can be done off-site. The roles most likely to be fully remote are IT program management and software delivery, while defense and government contract roles typically require on-site presence due to security requirements.

How can I get hired as a program manager in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a project coordinator, business analyst, or team lead role, which Colorado tech and defense employers commonly treat as feeder positions into program management. Large Colorado employers such as Lockheed Martin and Leidos run associate or rotational development programs for recent graduates. Earning a CAPM certification and building experience with Jira or Smartsheet significantly strengthens a candidate's profile, as does any familiarity with government contracting processes common to the Front Range market.

Where can I find and apply to program manager jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to program manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries and experience levels. Search roles by location or specialty, find the ones that match your background, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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