Explore Construction Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Construction Manager Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Construction Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

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.

Find Your Next Construction Manager Role

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.

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$125K - $175K *

Lead and optimize project management efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive strategic improvements and mentor diverse teams to achie...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading diverse teams, ensuring safety, and driving effective communication. Leverage your expertise in construction management to enhance processes and foster strong clien...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts for utility-scale solar and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, streamline documentation, and support project c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster strong client relationships while overseeing...

Raynham, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$123K - $154K *

Empower your career by independently managing commercial agreements, guiding negotiations, and collaborating across teams to ensure effective risk management and scalable operations in a dynamic envir...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Deliver comprehensive project management for civil construction initiatives, ensuring timely completion, safety compliance, and budget adherence across diverse projects in North America and Australia...

Alberta, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion the future of electronic security by managing diverse projects nationwide. Lead technical teams, ensure compliance, and build strong customer relationships while driving project success and g...

Alaska, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $174K *

Lead and optimize field survey operations across California, ensuring technical excellence, safety, and efficiency. Mentor field leaders, establish best practices, and enhance team capabilities to del...

Santa Ana, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $210K *

Lead mechanical design initiatives for construction projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure high-quality delivery, manage project phases, and innovate solution...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative construction solutions by managing diverse projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to create bids, schedules, and budgets while ensuring quality and timely del...

Alexandria, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $245K *

Join our team as a Project Manager, overseeing high voltage Power Delivery projects from initiation to closeout. Foster client relationships, manage resources and budgets, and ensure project delivery...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $245K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Power Delivery project management. Lead complex utility infrastructure projects, ensuring successful execution from planning to closeout while mentoring and gu...

Richmond, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$157K - $283K *

Take ownership of the design and management of high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams in a dyna...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer project excellence by managing complex heavy civil construction initiatives. Oversee multiple teams and projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while meeting client needs across diverse loca...

Birmingham, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Engage in a dynamic role overseeing large projects and teams, ensuring successful delivery through effective stakeholder coordination and project management. Contribute to innovative power delivery so...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Manage construction projects for new builds and remodels, overseeing vendors and maintaining quality standards while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets. Foster collaboration with stakeh...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing and supplier management, driving cost, quality, and performance to align services with organizational goals. Shape a collaborative environment that optimizes proc...

Boise, IDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse projects in the renewable energy sector. Drive efficiency in managing resources, timelines, and quality to ensure successful project execution within an innovati...

El Dorado Hills, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $158K *

Champion large-scale remodel projects across multiple regions, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while navigating the complexities of active retail environments and enhancing customer e...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at our facilities by leading operations and buildouts. Manage day-to-day activities, enhance employee experiences, and develop scalable processes to support a growing organization...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Innovate the future of cloud platforms by leading the design and operation of a secure, scalable infrastructure. Drive automation and enhance developer experience while collaborating with cross-functi...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $90K *

Oversee and coordinate complex construction projects nationwide, managing documentation, submittals, and scheduling while ensuring quality and cost control. Collaborate with project teams to deliver p...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$114K - $156K *

Manage and oversee Shopify development projects from inception to launch, collaborating with clients and a team of developers. Ensure quality deliverables while juggling multiple projects and adapting...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $136K *

Join us to lead project teams, manage resources, and drive successful outcomes in construction risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and deliver projects on time and with...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving project success by leading technical initiatives, resolving complex challenges, and aligning outcomes with client objectives. Your expertise will enhance profitability and o...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Construction Manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.