Construction Project Manager Jobs

Find your next opportunity among Construction Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more. Ladders connects experienced professionals with vetted, high-paying roles at employers seeking leaders who can deliver complex construction projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

What Construction Project Managers Do

Construction Project Managers oversee projects from planning and preconstruction through execution, closeout, and handoff. They coordinate owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers; manage schedules and budgets; monitor quality and safety; and resolve issues that could affect project outcomes.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience leading commercial, residential, industrial, infrastructure, or institutional projects. Valuable skills include cost estimating and control, contract administration, construction scheduling, risk management, change-order oversight, stakeholder communication, and knowledge of building codes and safety requirements. Familiarity with tools such as project scheduling and construction management software can also be an advantage.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Construction Project Managers may specialize by project type, delivery method, or market, and can advance to senior project manager, program manager, construction director, or vice president of construction. Opportunities vary by location, project scale, and employer, with compensation reflecting leadership scope, experience, and the complexity of work.

Find High-Paying Construction Project Manager Jobs

Browse Construction Project Manager openings on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, identify positions aligned with your project experience, and take the next step toward a senior construction leadership career.

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$80K - $95K *

Join a vital project as a Construction Manager providing oversight in an active healthcare environment. Ensure quality, compliance, and successful completion of infrastructure upgrades at a federal fa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Shape the future of large-scale industrial projects by leading execution from pre-construction to commissioning. Drive a multidisciplinary team, ensuring safety, quality, and budget compliance across...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving project success by managing complex initiatives from inception to completion. Lead cross-functional teams, navigate challenges, and implement innovative solutions to deliver...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Engage with diverse teams to oversee data center projects, driving successful execution and maintaining contract standards while enhancing operational efficiency in a growing business unit...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock project success by managing land development initiatives for our Site Civil team. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee project life cycles, and drive efficiency to ensure timely an...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at multifamily renovation projects by overseeing construction, managing subcontractors, and ensuring quality. This hands-on role requires strong leadership and problem-solving skil...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex telecom projects, managing scope, budget, and quality across teams. Lead multiple projects valued at $2M-$25M, ensuring compliance and stakeholder satisfaction...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex telecom projects, ensuring successful delivery from initiation to close-out. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination while mentoring junior team me...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing nationwide construction projects focused on repairs and alterations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across the public sector. Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's enhancing public facilities through effective project management of nationwide repair and alteration projects, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and quality outcomes across diverse c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of public facilities by managing nationwide construction projects. Leverage your expertise in facility build-out and compliance to drive efficient repairs and alterations, enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing repair and alteration projects for public facilities, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Lead teams in facility build-outs while maximizing creativity and strategic execu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform project management by overseeing construction from inception to completion, ensuring financial accuracy, client communication, and adherence to timelines. Collaborate with teams to deliver h...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Oversee the comprehensive management of construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring financial accuracy, client communication, and adherence to schedules and safety standards while fos...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career by overseeing industrial construction projects, fostering client relationships, and driving safety standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance execution and ensure alignment with cli...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead nationwide repair and alteration projects for public facilities, ensuring compliance and efficiency in construction management. Oversee multiple minor projects and drive decision-making for succe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage nationwide public sector construction projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while overseeing multiple minor construction initiatives. Collaborate closely with teams to elevate facility a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships and leading teams on small to medium-sized architecture and engineering projects, while ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality o...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse public sector and commercial construction projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency in repairs and alterations to improve accessibility across essential facilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by managing construction projects within a pharmaceutical setting. Lead teams, coordinate tasks, ensure compliance, and deliver projects on time, driving improvement and efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in managing high-stakes construction projects, ensuring timeliness and quality through effective oversight and communication with stakeholders. Drive excellence in project delivery whi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Develop project controls strategies to enhance cost forecasting, manage cash flow, and ensure compliance with contract requirements while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders fo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to executing project controls and managing costs effectively. Utilize your expertise in commercial construction to enhance processes, support accurate billing, and ensure...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead and oversee architectural projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals, budget, and schedule while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams for successfu...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Construction Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Construction Project Manager plans and leads construction projects from preconstruction through completion. Responsibilities typically include managing schedules, budgets, contracts, teams, safety, quality, and communication among project stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Construction Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek substantial construction experience, a relevant degree or equivalent experience, and a record of delivering projects successfully. Knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, contracts, building codes, safety practices, and construction management software is often valued.

  • How much do Construction Project Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, experience, project size, industry, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Construction Project Manager opportunities.

  • Where do Construction Project Managers work?question toggle

    They work for general contractors, construction management firms, real estate developers, engineering companies, public agencies, and other organizations delivering construction projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure.

  • What are common career paths for Construction Project Managers?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may advance to senior project manager, program manager, construction director, or vice president of construction. Some specialize in a project type, industry, or delivery method.