Construction Managers plan, coordinate, and oversee building and infrastructure projects from early planning through completion. They guide teams, manage budgets and schedules, uphold safety and quality standards, and keep owners, contractors, designers, and suppliers aligned. Explore vetted Construction Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but commonly include developing project plans and timelines, estimating costs, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, monitoring progress, managing changes, and ensuring work complies with building codes and safety requirements. Construction Managers also communicate with clients and stakeholders, resolve issues, and report on project performance.
Employers often seek experience managing construction projects, strong leadership and communication skills, and a track record of delivering work safely, on schedule, and within budget. Knowledge of construction methods, contracts, project management software, cost controls, and regulatory requirements can be valuable. A degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field may be preferred; relevant experience and certifications can also strengthen a candidate’s profile.
Compensation depends on factors such as location, project size, industry, experience, and scope of responsibility. Senior roles overseeing large projects or multiple teams may offer higher earning potential. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover Construction Manager and related leadership roles.
Use Ladders to explore Construction Manager jobs across commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure construction. Review each listing for its responsibilities and requirements, then tailor your résumé to highlight project outcomes, budget and schedule performance, safety leadership, and team management.
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing multiple energy retrofit projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to specifications. Collaborate with teams, oversee subcontractors, and implement effective soluti...
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$200K - $240K *
Lead the charge in managing major tunnel construction projects, overseeing teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and f...
1 week ago
$120K - $170K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality HVAC projects. Oversee technical coordination, manage project milestones, and ensure seamless communication among stakeholders while driving pro...
1 week ago
$120K - $170K *
Deliver exceptional project management for complex HVAC installations, ensuring timely execution and high-quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and resolve technica...
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$100K - $120K *
Manage capital projects effectively by ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and efficient communication. Lead a team and oversee renovations to enhance property value during acquisitions and as...
3 weeks ago
Commissioning Construction Manager II
$120K - $170K *
Unlock project excellence by overseeing commissioning processes in mission-critical environments. Leverage expertise in construction management to ensure impeccable quality, compliance, and operationa...
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$144K - $170K *
Join a team that's leading the charge in renewable energy construction. Oversee multiple utility-scale projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while managing contractors and stakeholder...
6 days ago
$275K - $325K *
Lead the charge in building and managing a construction banking sector, driving strategy, partnerships, and product development while overseeing P&L and fostering key relationships to establish Flex a...
5 days ago
$130K - $150K *
Manage and oversee all aspects of federal construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget. Collaborate with teams, supervise subcontractors, and maintain client relationships...
3 weeks ago
Virtual Design & Construction Operations Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive project delivery and quality as a VDC Operations Manager, overseeing team leadership, model coordination, and prefabrication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effic...
3 weeks ago
Construction Manager II (Heavy Travel)
$120K - $170K *
Transform project delivery by leading complex construction initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders for budget, schedule, safety, and quality compliance while enhancing efficiency through i...
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$126K - $176K *
Contribute to project success by managing costs, overseeing bids, and fostering strong client relationships. Engage with diverse teams to ensure transparency and effective communication throughout the...
6 days ago
$126K - $176K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...
1 week ago
$126K - $160K *
Lead cost management efforts for diverse pharmaceutical projects, ensuring clear communication and robust documentation while nurturing trusted relationships with clients and teams for successful proj...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager (Capital Project)
$178K - $195K *
Lead critical recovery and rebuild projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and stakeholder needs while coordinating with various agencies and contractors in a fas...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Oversee multiple electric distribution line projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Act as the primary liaison between project stakeholders and manage contractor activities to meet perform...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (MEP Engineering)
$130K - $170K *
Shape the future of capital projects by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver complex design packages, ensuring quality and client satisfaction across diverse sectors including healthcare and gove...
3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, leading complex, cross-functional projects. Oversee multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring team members and enh...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager - Construction
$200K - $228K *
Advance your career by leading complex construction projects in the Education and Facilities Sector. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery while managing budgets, schedu...
3 days ago
Construction Project Management Director
$140K - $160K *
Lead our initiatives in designing and constructing innovative water and carbon capture facilities globally. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success within budget and timeline while promotin...
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Senior Commissioning Construction Manager I
$145K - $190K *
Lead and execute complex commissioning processes in mission-critical environments. Utilize deep technical knowledge to deliver strategic plans and mentor teams while managing multiple projects effecti...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Construction Services Manager – Massachusetts / Senior Resident Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Drive excellence by leading public-infrastructure construction projects, managing field teams, and fostering client relationships. Shape a high-performing construction-services team while ensuring qua...
1 week ago
$63K - $108K *
Manage and coordinate construction projects across various company locations, ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards. Oversee budgets, schedules, and contractor performance to deliver...
3 days ago
$125K - $160K *
Manage mid to large-scale construction projects, ensuring they remain on schedule and within budget. Collaborate closely with teams and clients to uphold standards of quality, safety, and project exec...
3 weeks ago
Civil Project Manager - Municipal Projects
$95K - $115K *
Transform project management by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative land development solutions. Ensure project success through effective scope, schedule, and budget management while...
2 weeks ago
What does a Construction Manager do?
A Construction Manager oversees construction projects, coordinating people, schedules, budgets, materials, safety, and quality from planning through completion.
What qualifications are needed for Construction Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly value construction project experience, leadership and communication skills, and knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, safety, contracts, and building regulations. A related degree or professional certifications may be preferred.
How much do Construction Managers earn?
Pay varies by location, experience, employer, project size, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Construction Manager opportunities.
Where do Construction Managers work?
They work for general contractors, construction management firms, developers, government agencies, and organizations with major building or infrastructure programs.
How can I find Construction Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Search Ladders for Construction Manager openings and review listings for compensation, location, and qualifications. Highlight measurable project results, such as successful delivery, cost control, schedule performance, and safety outcomes.