Senior Manager, Program Management

Company: Vail Resorts
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you! Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first). Job Summary: As the Senior Manager of Program Management, you’ll play a pivotal role supporting the VP of Operational Centers of Excellence (COEs) for the Mountain Division in areas such as Snow Surfaces, Patrol, Product Sales & Services, Maintenance, Operational Insights, Training and Change Management. This role requires a high-potential, driven leader who possesses self-initiative, ambition, learning agility, business acumen, and emotional intelligence. This position is responsible for executing multiple complex and iterative tracks of work that support the business and strategic outcomes of Operational COEs within the Mountain Division Job Specifications: Starting Wage: $107,222.17 - $145,023.62 annual bonus Employment Type: Year Round Shift Type: Full Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: No Job Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Partner with VP and COE leadership to advance top priorities and enterprise-wide initiatives Anticipate leadership needs and proactively identify risks, dependencies, and decision points; recommend and implement mitigation strategies Analyze team capacity and resource allocation to ensure alignment with business strategy and priorities Build trusted relationships and maintain discretion and confidentiality with senior leaders and key stakeholders Executive Operations Establish and manage an operating cadence that supports effective planning, communication, and decision-making Plan, coordinate, and support leadership meetings and key business deliverables, ensuring clear objectives, preparation, and follow-through Manage tracking mechanisms and schedules to ensure efficient use of executive and COE time, and timely completion of commitments Track leadership decisions, action items, and deliverables; elevate risks and issues as appropriate Program & Project Management Lead end-to-end program management activities including planning, resourcing, scope dependencies, risk, and stakeholder alignment Partner with stakeholders to define objectives, requirements, success criteria, and timelines Identify execution gaps and roadblocks; propose and implement solutions to maintain momentum and outcomes Drive annual strategic and business planning for the function and support execution against plans Communications & Reporting Develop and maintain executive-ready reporting and dashboards for leadership review and decision-making Lead program communications including status updates, risk and issue tracking, decision documentation, and presentations for audiences ranging from operational leaders to senior executives Partner with the VP and senior leaders to develop high-impact documents and presentations Facilitate leadership and program meetings, including agenda development, meeting notes, and action-item tracking Additional Responsibilities travel to resorts as needed Perform other duties as assigned Job Requirements: 5 years of relevant experience in program and projects management for critical, cross-functional projects / programs and related communications Excellent self-management skills: organization, goal setting, time management, self-motivation, self-direction, naturally curious, reliable, and accountable The ability to anticipate business needs before requested. Be forward planning Ability to navigate multiple priorities and flex in ambiguous situations Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to efficiently draft written communication plans and related messages in a clear and consistent voice Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business, required Extremely Proficient in Microsoft suite of products, and project management tools such as Smartsheet The expected Total Compensation for this role is $107,222.17 - $145,023.62 annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. Job Benefits Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Excellent training and professional development Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus: Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours) Free ski passes for dependents Critical Illness and Accident plans Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers. Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Requisition ID 513407 Reference Date: 02/10/2026 Job Code Function: Project Management

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