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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$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by overseeing critical construction projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Leverage your expertise and collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure at iconic national sites...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing large-scale industrial construction projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, safe, and budget-compliant project deliv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and budget adherence while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams to achieve exceptional...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and safety. Drive project success through effective management, collaboration, and innovative solutions while fos...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $125K *

Drive impactful facility projects by overseeing construction, renovations, and system upgrades. Utilize your expertise in project management to ensure compliance, safety, and quality while coordinatin...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead transportation projects focused on highway, bridge, and traffic improvements. Collaborate with various stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and engage in business development. A dynamic role requir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to executing Asset Management programs effectively. Lead field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and communication while collaborating with technical teams and clients...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading safety and integrity in Asset Management. Oversee field operations, coordinate inspections, and drive project success while collaborating with diverse teams in a dynamic ind...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $266K *

Oversee and manage Construction Management Services for a major U.S. Army Corps program, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and Federal regulations while leading multi-disciplinary teams a...

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $266K *

Lead the charge in managing Construction Management Services for a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers program, ensuring compliance, quality assurance, and effective stakeholder engagement while overse...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive project success by leading high-value telecommunications initiatives, managing risks, mentoring teams, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across complex projects valued at $8M+...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in high-end residential construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to manage preconstruction, execution, and cli...

4 days ago

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

$120K - $165K *

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating projects from inception to completion, ensuring that client objectives are met. This role involves supervising staff, managing budgets...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex industrial construction projects, ensuring safe, timely, and financially successful execution while mentoring teams and maintaining high-quality standards throughou...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading complex civil infrastructure projects, driving quality and safety while delivering exceptional client service. Collaborate across teams and foster project success throug...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $120K *

Elevate architectural innovation by leading project teams, managing client relationships, and delivering creative solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure projects meet quality stand...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage civil construction projects by building vendor relationships, creating cost estimates, and optimizing budgets. Drive project success through effective documentation and process management while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by managing civil construction projects, fostering vendor relationships, and optimizing budgets. Leverage your expertise to drive efficiency and ensure project success from estim...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing solar project management, from planning and budgeting to risk management and permitting. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project success while fos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Transform the construction landscape by leading multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with contracts and schedules while guiding a regional team to deliver quality and innovative solut...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in guiding construction teams through complex transportation projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules while fostering collaboration with stakeholders across the Northern F...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of major transportation construction projects by providing technical leadership, ensuring compliance with contracts, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver successful...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Engage in strategic leadership to ensure successful execution of transportation projects, overseeing compliance with budgets and timelines while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance project outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive construction success by leading the execution of transportation projects. Manage CEI teams, ensuring compliance with contracts, schedules, and budgets while enhancing collaboration among stakeho...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead and manage diverse industrial projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and profitability. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions while nurturing professio...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.