Program Manager Jobs in Missouri

Program Manager jobs in Missouri are in steady demand, with concentrated hiring in government contracting, healthcare systems, and technology services across St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia. Established employers such as Boeing, Cerner (now Oracle Health), and Centene Corporation maintain large program management footprints in the state, with consistent openings at mid-level and senior levels. The most sought-after specialties include IT program management, healthcare operations, and defense and aerospace program delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles56
Top employerRight at School
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring20
Work type53% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Electronic Flight Bag Program Manager
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Electronic Flight Bag Program Manager
The Rockhill Group, Inc.
Whiteman AFB, Missouri
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
201-500

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Program Manager
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Program Manager
Behavioral Health Allies
Kansas City, Missouri
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Bachelor's degree

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Part Time Program Manager - Hillsboro School District
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Part Time Program Manager - Hillsboro School District
Right at School
Hillsboro, Missouri
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$21 - $26/hr
CPR Certification

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Part Time Program Manager - Pattonville Early Childhood Center
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Part Time Program Manager - Pattonville Early Childhood Center
Right at School
Saint Ann, Missouri
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
$21 - $26/hr
CPR Certification

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Manager, Program Management
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Manager, Program Management
CPKC
Kansas City, Missouri
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Program Manager Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbia
3 jobs
O'Fallon
3 jobs
Springfield
3 jobs
De Soto
2 jobs
Chesterfield
2 jobs
Whiteman AFB
2 jobs
Boonville
1 job

Program Manager Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

Right at School5 open roles
Pony Bird3 open roles
YMCA2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related technical field
  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute preferred or required
  • Three or more years managing cross-functional programs from initiation through delivery
  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, or waterfall methodologies depending on the organization
  • Demonstrated ability to manage program budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communications
  • Familiarity with government contracting compliance or healthcare regulatory environments

Program Manager Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program manager in Missouri?

Most program manager roles in Missouri require a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, followed by several years in project or operations roles. Missouri has no state-issued license for program managers, so the most valued credential is the Project Management Professional certification administered by the Project Management Institute. Many Missouri employers in defense, healthcare, and technology treat PMP certification as a baseline requirement for mid-level and senior program management positions.

Which companies hire program managers in Missouri?

Missouri program manager roles are posted by Right at School, Pony Bird, and YMCA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Missouri's concentration of defense contractors, major health systems, and regional technology firms means openings appear consistently across both the St. Louis and Kansas City metros throughout the year.

Which Missouri cities have the most program manager jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia account for the largest share of program manager openings in Missouri. St. Louis leads due to its dense cluster of defense and aerospace contractors, large health systems, and corporate headquarters, while Kansas City draws significant hiring from financial services firms, technology companies, and healthcare organizations anchored in that metro.

Are there remote program manager jobs in Missouri?

Yes, and more than most fields. Program management is primarily a coordination and communication role, which makes it well-suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 47% of program manager openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers in this field have adopted flexible work models. Planning, reporting, and stakeholder management functions tend to be the most consistently remote-eligible parts of the role.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a program coordinator or project analyst role first, then progressing to program management. Large Missouri employers such as Boeing, major St. Louis and Kansas City health systems, and state government agencies hire coordinators and junior project staff who can grow into program management over time. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute strengthens early applications, and experience in adjacent roles such as operations analyst, business analyst, or team lead is widely recognized as a qualifying background.

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

You can find and apply to program manager jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across industries including defense, healthcare, technology, and financial services. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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