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Clean Harbors

EMG Program Manager

Deer Park, TX · On-site

$50K - $159K/yr

HPC-Industrial Powered by Clean Harbors is hiring Industrial Services Program Manager to join their ... We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the ...

JP Morgan Chase

Lead Technical Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

Leverage your deep technical expertise and leadership to guide cutting-edge projects, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic environment. As a Lead Technical Program Manager in Corporate ...

Clean Harbors

InSite Program Manager

La Porte, TX · On-site

$126K/yr

Clean Harbors in Spring, TX is seeking a InSite Program Manager to join their safety conscious team ... We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the ...

Clean Harbors

InSite Program Manager

La Porte, TX · On-site

$126K/yr

Clean Harbors in La Porte, TX is seeking a InSite Program Manager to join their safety conscious ... We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the ...

Hp

Engineering Project/Program Manager

Spring, TX · On-site

$114K/yr

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. * Provides direct and ongoing leadership for a team of individual contributors coordinating, managing, and leading programs to drive the ...

J.P. Morgan

Lead Technical Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

Leverage your deep technical expertise and leadership to guide cutting-edge projects, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic environment. As a Lead Technical Program Manager in Digital Markets ...

JP Morgan Chase

Lead Technical Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

Leverage your deep technical expertise and leadership to guide cutting-edge projects, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic environment. As a Lead Technical Program Manager in Digital Markets ...

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Lead Technical Program Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

Leverage your deep technical expertise and leadership to guide cutting-edge projects, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic environment. As a Lead Technical Program Manager in Digital Markets ...

NAES Corporation

Aero GT Program Manager

Spring, TX · On-site

$152K - $175K/yr

Summary The Aero GT Program Manager will oversee the entire spectrum of operations related to the ... Innovation and Technology: * Stay current with the latest technologies and trends in power ...

NAES Corporation

Aero GT Program Manager

Spring, TX · On-site

$152K - $175K/yr

Summary The Aero GT Program Manager will oversee the entire spectrum of operations related to the ... Innovation and Technology: * Stay current with the latest technologies and trends in power ...

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How much do innovation program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for innovation program manager in Houston, TX is $91,053.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,400.00 and $112,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an innovation program manager do?

An Innovation Program Manager oversees and coordinates initiatives that drive innovation within an organization. They design, implement, and manage programs that encourage creative thinking, development of new products, and improvement of existing processes. Their responsibilities often include collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing budgets, measuring program outcomes, and fostering a culture of innovation. By identifying emerging trends and technologies, they help organizations stay competitive and adapt to changes in the market.

How does an innovation program manager typically foster collaboration across different departments?

An Innovation Program Manager often acts as a bridge between various teams—such as R&D, marketing, finance, and operations—to drive new initiatives. They facilitate workshops, organize cross-functional meetings, and implement structured processes for idea generation and evaluation. By maintaining open communication channels and aligning stakeholders on shared goals, they ensure that innovative projects have broad support and clear direction. This collaborative approach is essential to overcome silos and accelerate the implementation of creative solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an innovation program manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Innovation Program Manager, you need expertise in project management, strategy development, and a background in business or technology, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications like PMP. Familiarity with innovation frameworks, agile methodologies, and collaboration tools such as Jira or Trello is typically required. Strong leadership, creative problem-solving, and effective stakeholder communication are critical soft skills that set top performers apart. These skills enable the successful design, execution, and scaling of innovative initiatives, ensuring organizational growth and competitive advantage.

What is the difference between Innovation Program Manager vs Product Manager?

AspectInnovation Program ManagerProduct Manager
Primary FocusDeveloping and managing innovation initiatives and programsOverseeing product development and lifecycle
Required SkillsInnovation strategy, project management, cross-functional collaborationProduct design, market analysis, user experience
Work EnvironmentCorporate innovation labs, R&D departments, cross-industryTech companies, consumer goods, software firms
CertificationsProject management, innovation management certificationsProduct management certifications (e.g., Pragmatic, Scrum)

While both roles involve strategic planning and cross-functional work, the Innovation Program Manager focuses on fostering new ideas and managing innovation initiatives, whereas the Product Manager concentrates on developing and delivering specific products to market.

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Program Manager, Women's Heart Center

Houston Methodist Academic Institute

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate work and administrative support for programs and ensure performance accountability.

  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to design and execute program elements that engage leadership and achieve strategic goals.

  • Manage relationships, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and oversee administrative, operational, and financial functions related to the program.

Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Program Manager position is responsible for comprehensive program management, including coordinating work and administrative support, for programs and is accountable for performance. This position will execute strategies while managing relationships internally with hospital leadership and externally with clients, partners and vendors. Success in the Program Manager position includes partnering with key operations stakeholders to design and successfully execute program elements that ensure leadership engagement of the strategy. This position focuses on the development of a strong network of internal stakeholders that will contribute to and drive the achievement of strategic goals. The Program Manager position works independently and collaboratively to proactively identify problems and creative solutions to address requirements and partnering with vendors in assigned areas of responsibility on data, process solutions, and advisement. This position is responsible for various administrative and operational functions, and financial stewardship while providing education and technical expertise related to the program for successful implementation and sustainability.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, clinical or related field OR Master’s degree combined with HM Fellow

EXPERIENCE
  • Three years of experience related to business or healthcare administration; may consider HM employee with two years of experience who demonstrates progressive responsibilities

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred
  • Registered and/or certified professional in area of expertise preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially concerning activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
  • Demonstrated initiative in managing projects and communication with stakeholders.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
  • Ability to lead meetings, conversations and present with authority
  • Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities
  • Ability to multi-task and work in an organized manner
  • Ability to uphold confidential and sensitive information
  • Proficiency in relevant software programs such as MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Strong judgment and decision-making ability, with analytical and critical thinking skills; understands when to escalate issues
  • Ability to engage and be open to ideas offered by others; works collaboratively, and contributes to the dialogue
  • Effective and influential oral and written communication and presentation skills when working with physician leadership, administrators and peers and a variety of audiences
  • Ability to work autonomously on multiple tactical and strategic initiatives
  • Strategic thinker that demonstrates innovation and creativity in program management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Works creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment fostering teamwork, innovation, and excellence. Actively leads program meetings, providing meaningful contributions that drive decision-making and clearly identifies next steps. Works cross-departmentally to achieve innovative and actionable outcomes.
  • Leads program strategies with key stakeholders and others to ensure department timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met. Serves as a primary resource/subject matter expert and a key liaison to councils and professional groups.
  • Facilitates communication with authority to individuals and groups in a manner that engages and helps them understand and retain information.
  • Recommends opportunities for improvement of department/program score for turnover/retention/employee engagement.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Collaborates with colleagues, peers, and other stakeholders to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of programs. Regularly communicates with customers/clients to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules and discuss any program problems, ensuring that customers/clients are regularly informed on the status.
  • Implements change management strategies to ensure successful execution of the program and to improve targeted outcomes. Obtains buy-in to change efforts.
  • Partners with management to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the assigned program, monitors progress and achievement of objectives and identifies corrective actions as indicated. Provides leadership with decision support needed to make informed strategic decisions and drive improved outcomes for the patient experience.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Operationalizes strategic plans with timely execution of deliverables. Tracks the status and coordinates deadlines, identifying potential barriers to progression and implementing solutions/resolutions. Follows up on action items necessary to ensure completion of assignments.
  • Implements a plan for launching programmatic elements within the focus area, providing support in planning and organizing cross-functional unit activities and committees. Drives strategy and ensures the success of programs and/or assigned sponsorships/events.
  • Participates in internal committees and task forces as assigned, ensuring that critical objectives are clearly explained, and action items are appropriately delegated.
  • Identifies key measures to periodically assess outcomes and metrics and continuously improves training to drive improved outcomes for the patient and/or employee experience.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Effectively manages the scope, schedule, and budget of assigned programs. Tracks year-to-year trends and identifies opportunities for financial improvement. Monitors the success of the program, engagement strategies, and budget, identifying cost-saving and waste-elimination opportunities.
  • Maintains interdepartmental accountability for issues that impact the financial feasibility of the program. Forecasts potential schedule delays and develops alternate plans. Provides timely submission of invoices; tracks and adheres to budgetary objectives for assigned projects.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Serves as part of an inter-professional team that creates and executes mission-driven events. Proactively and independently problem solves when challenges present themselves. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an ongoing basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
  • Assists in leading the development of outreach and communications strategies and plans, including assessing needs and opportunities and developing strategies and implementation plans relating to all external outreach, marketing, and communications within the scope of the role.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
    WORK ATTIRE
    • Uniform: No
    • Scrubs: No
    • Business professional: Yes
    • Other (department approved): No

    ON-CALL*
    *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
    • On Call* No

    TRAVEL**
    **Travel specifications may vary by department**
    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, clinical or related field OR Master’s degree combined with HM Fellow

EXPERIENCE
  • Three years of experience related to business or healthcare administration; may consider HM employee with two years of experience who demonstrates progressive responsibilities

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred
  • Registered and/or certified professional in area of expertise preferred

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care. Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs. Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports clinical research protocols and extramurally funded translational research programs.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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