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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$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's managing HVAC projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and efficiency in commercial construction. Leverage your expertise to coordinate teams, negotiate contracts, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful interiors projects with leadership throughout all phases; oversee financials, develop teams, and cultivate client relationships to enhance growth and business development opportunitie...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the execution of complex industrial projects, ensuring budget, schedule, and quality are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to drive accountability and success from preconst...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Advance infrastructure projects by managing end-to-end operations, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and maintaining schedules while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver results eff...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $185K *

Transform project delivery by managing IT initiatives for California agencies. Collaborate with state staff to ensure timely, budget-compliant outcomes while leveraging Agile methodologies and large s...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive cost estimating and pre-construction support for federal construction projects. Manage client communications, oversee project estimates, and ensure accuracy throughout design phases while collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing facility operations. You'll lead and develop engineering staff, ensure smooth maintenance services, while supporting strategic goals in reliability, cost cont...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape your career with a key leadership role overseeing large-scale projects. Drive excellence through strategic management, ensuring alignment with design, budget, and schedule while fostering stakeh...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Oversee mid to large scale construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to manage operations, contracts, and safety, while maintaining high standards...

Rockford, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Advance construction projects by managing operations from pre-construction to completion. Collaborate with executives, clients, and teams to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in scaling a national Construction Project Management business, driving revenue growth, expanding client relationships, and building high-performing teams to deliver sustainable result...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive the national growth of a high-impact Construction Project Management service, leading strategic initiatives, expanding client relationships, and mentoring teams to achieve ambitious revenue targ...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform the national Construction Project Management landscape by driving growth, expanding client relationships, and leading high-performing teams to achieve ambitious revenue targets and sustainab...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive national growth in Construction Project Management by leading strategic initiatives, expanding client relationships, and mentoring high-performing teams to achieve ambitious revenue targets acro...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive project excellence by managing multiple workstreams in a major pipeline expansion program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes and support governance activities while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $204K *

Lead and oversee a dynamic team of Project Managers and Coordinators to ensure successful execution of a diverse project portfolio, fostering communication and adherence to PMO practices for optimal p...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing grid-scale energy storage projects. Collaborate with teams and contractors to ensure project success, achieving safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives through a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering grid-scale energy storage projects by overseeing planning, execution, and compliance of construction phases, ensuring quality, safety, and budget objectives are achieved...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Manage and lead project teams to successfully execute municipal engineering projects, ensuring effective communication, budget adherence, and high-quality standards for client satisfaction and project...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Lead the charge in driving high-quality municipal engineering projects, overseeing project teams, budgets, and client communications. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure standards and deadlines ar...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction excellence by managing cost estimates, strategic planning, and client collaborations to ensure successful project delivery across educational and municipal sectors i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $170K *

Empower communities by leading complex development projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring junior staff i...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, manage resources, and communicate effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate effectively with clients while maintaining safety and qual...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion project delivery for $300-700M clean energy expansions. Lead full project lifecycle, fostering collaboration and ensuring safety while achieving cost and schedule objectives through proactive...

3 weeks ago

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

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.