Program Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

Program Manager jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and defense contracting, with demand at every level from associate program manager to senior director overseeing enterprise portfolios. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the most active hiring metros, anchored by established employers such as Epic Systems, Harley-Davidson, and Advocate Aurora Health. The most in-demand specialties are IT program delivery, healthcare operations, and government contract management tied to Wisconsin's defense and aerospace sector. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles57
Top employerGE HealthCare
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring26
Work type57% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree in business

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Program Manager I - Pediatric Psychiatry
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Program Manager I - Pediatric Psychiatry
Medical College of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Program Manager | Aftermarket
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Program Manager | Aftermarket
Leonardo DRS
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Program Manager Generator Services
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Program Manager Generator Services
Faith Technologies Incorporated
Menasha, Wisconsin
Account Management
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Research Program Manager I - Department of Medicine
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Research Program Manager I - Department of Medicine
Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Eating Disorders Program Manager
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Eating Disorders Program Manager
Children's Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Business Strategy
Project Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Master's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Program Manager Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
9 jobs
Waukesha
7 jobs
La Crosse
4 jobs
Appleton
2 jobs
Hartland
2 jobs
Sheboygan
2 jobs
Siren
1 job
Racine
1 job

Program Manager Job Market in Wisconsin

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

Who's Hiring

GE HealthCare4 open roles
Medical College of Wisconsin3 open roles
University of Wisconsin–Madison3 open roles

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field required
  • PMP certification from the Project Management Institute strongly preferred
  • Five or more years managing cross-functional programs from initiation through delivery
  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe frameworks in a team environment
  • Proven ability to manage program budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications
  • Proficiency with program management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, or MS Project

Program Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program manager in Wisconsin?

Most Wisconsin employers require a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or information technology, followed by several years of project or program coordination experience. Wisconsin does not issue a state license for program managers, so the standard credential path is earning a Project Management Professional certification through the Project Management Institute. Many Wisconsin healthcare employers also value the Program Management Professional credential or familiarity with Epic's project methodology.

Which companies hire program managers in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin program manager roles are posted by GE HealthCare, Medical College of Wisconsin, and University of Wisconsin–Madison and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's mix of large health systems, defense contractors, and manufacturing headquarters means openings appear across a broad range of industries rather than clustering in a single sector.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most program manager jobs?

Milwaukee, Madison, and Waukesha account for the most program manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its dense concentration of corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and financial services firms, while Madison's activity is driven by Epic Systems, state government agencies, and the University of Wisconsin system, making both cities strong primary targets for candidates.

Are there remote program manager jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 57% of program manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how central the role is to distributed teams and digital delivery. Strategic planning, vendor oversight, and cross-functional coordination are the functions most commonly performed fully remote, while roles tied to manufacturing operations or on-site implementation typically require regular in-person presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a program coordinator or project coordinator role at a large Wisconsin employer and building toward program management from there. Epic Systems in Verona runs structured implementation and project associate programs that develop early-career candidates, and Advocate Aurora Health regularly posts program coordinator openings that serve as a direct pipeline. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential gives candidates without a full portfolio a concrete credential to point to during the transition.

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

You can find and apply to program manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Wisconsin employers. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.

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