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.
$110K - $130K *
Drive impactful cost management strategies, oversee project budgets, and enhance client value through effective analysis and reporting. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and suppo...
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$95K - $115K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to lead complex civil engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to design and implement innovative transportation solutions that en...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage project costs, drive strategic initiatives, and foster relationships. Leverage your expertise in cost management to deliver value and support growth while mentoring o...
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Project Manager - Power Solutions
$165K - $185K *
Grow your career with us by leading complex electrical power solutions projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities, ensuring projects meet...
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Senior HSE Manager - EPC/EPCM Projects
$136K - $197K *
Lead the charge in delivering senior HSE leadership across complex EPC/EPCM projects, ensuring safety governance and effective execution while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collabo...
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Project Manager (Electrical/Controls)
$102K - $136K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead electrical controls projects, optimizing production processes and enhancing safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while managi...
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Construction Manager - West Division
$100K - $120K *
Drive the construction process for new stores and special projects, managing negotiations and schedules while ensuring compliance and quality control from inception to operations turnover in a remote...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of AI integration by leading complex projects, bridging technical teams and leadership. Drive Agile methodologies, manage risks, and ensure timely deliverables in a dynamic environmen...
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Senior Engineering Project Manager - Connectivity
$120K - $140K *
Transform your career by leading complex design change projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage substantial budgets, and drive innovation in a fast-paced e...
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$83K - $118K *
Unlock your potential by leading complex IT/SaaS projects, driving execution, and enhancing business processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success while utilizing Agile methodolo...
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Quality Manager - Construction Materials Testing
$88K - $105K *
Lead and manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring quality assurance, client satisfaction, and compliance with standards while overseeing operations and fostering team development for s...
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Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager
$120K - $144K *
Optimize large-scale building automation projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Drive innovative strategies for execution and risk management i...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for liquefied hydrocarbon facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency while coordinating with teams and stakeholders through...
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$100K - $135K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex projects from initiation to close, ensuring alignment among stakeholders, effective risk management, and adherence to timelines while utilizing AI tools to enhanc...
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Project Manager (GIS, Disaster Recovery, Post-Disaster Rebuild)
$200K - $220K *
Lead the execution of complex public works and infrastructure projects, ensuring strategic alignment and stakeholder engagement throughout all phases from planning to completion. Drive recovery initia...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...
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Senior Constructability Manager
$150K - $185K *
Join a dynamic team to evaluate and enhance data center construction feasibility. Leverage your expertise to assess sites, identify risks, and influence project decisions, ensuring efficient and safe...
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$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in managing complex underground storage tank projects, coordinating with diverse stakeholders to ensure compliance, safety, and timely completion across multiple sites while overseeing...
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$80K - $100K *
Unlock your potential as you support project management efforts, ensuring client satisfaction and effective execution of construction projects. Collaborate with teams to maintain schedules, budgets, a...
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Project Manager - Implementation
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's redefining financial advisory through innovative AI solutions. As a Project Manager, you'll lead complex implementations, enhance client engagement, and collaborate on cutting-edge...
2 weeks ago
$127K - $200K *
Manage and lead construction projects, ensuring successful execution, financial performance, and team development while adhering to safety and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to optim...
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Mechanical OFCI Design Manager - Data Center Construction
$170K - $210K *
Lead the design management of mechanical equipment for a hyperscale data center, ensuring integration and compliance with technical standards while guiding teams and managing procurement specification...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Manage multiple construction projects in the eastern region, ensuring quality, safety, and timely completion. Lead a team of superintendents and project managers while collaborating with stakeholders...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager, Retail Construction Management
$78K - $110K *
Advance your career by leading retail construction projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and drive strategic solutions for a premier financial...
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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.