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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$75K - $120K *

Support industrial construction projects across the Central region, ensuring client objectives are met. Manage budgets, schedules, and safety while fostering client relationships. Remote work availabl...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a key leadership role overseeing large-scale Cold Storage and Distribution projects. Manage on-site operations, coordinate teams, and ensure project success across the U.S. in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $135K *

Lead the construction management efforts for critical infrastructure upgrades, ensuring compliance and quality throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational ef...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful construction materials testing projects by managing resources, mentoring staff, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance engineering solutions while a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing project administration for multiple small to medium-sized projects, ensuring effective cost and schedule management while supporting the Project Manager and overseeing proj...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage electric utility construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and quality standards while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and utilizing project management tools...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of civil engineering by managing diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction while leading a collaborative team of profess...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering cost-effective construction projects. Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and risk management while collaborating with various teams to enhance project e...

Today

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

$100K - $170K *

Drive project success by managing costs, budgets, and financial reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance cost efficiency and mitigate risks throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring projects...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in construction management. Oversee projects from inception to completion, fostering collaboration and ensuring quality while meeting clients' needs and main...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join us to lead mission-critical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams, manage subcontractors, and drive project success from...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at your next project by leading commercial construction efforts, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering a strong safety culture and mentoring your team for s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize client relationships and project performance by leading small construction services, fostering trust and loyalty, and developing new business opportunities while ensuring project profitabilit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$113K - $127K *

Pioneer project success by leading preconstruction efforts, managing budgets, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive project execution from inception to completion while mentoring teams...

5 days ago

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

$113K - $127K *

Champion project success by leading preconstruction efforts, managing budgets, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive execution from planning to completion, ensuring financial health and...

5 days ago

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

$101K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading preconstruction efforts and managing project execution. Collaborate with diverse teams, oversee budgets, and ensure successful project delivery while fostering strong re...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in executing critical construction projects, directing field teams and managing multifaceted operations from kickoff to completion, ensuring quality and safety while fostering stakehol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse K-12 construction projects from planning to closeout, ensuring effective communication, project coordination, and adherence to budgets and schedules while maintaining quality and safety...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Join our team to lead and manage complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence while fostering a high-performance project team and enhancing customer re...

Today

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

$110K - $150K *

Manage and execute complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and budget standards. Lead cross-functional teams, oversee contract negotiations, and drive con...

Today

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

$80K - $100K *

Champion project delivery by managing schedules, fostering teamwork, and optimizing efficiency. Utilize expertise in construction management, problem-solving, and budget oversight to achieve project e...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Empower teams by driving technical project execution, ensuring deliverables are met through rigorous planning, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive risk management. Your expertise will enhanc...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the success of construction projects by managing schedules, budgets, and teams, ensuring high-quality execution and compliance with safety standards. Leverage your expertise to coordinate all ph...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through expert cost control, proactive scheduling, and insightful performance tracking to ensure project health and financial accuracy across di...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead impactful projects by managing teams to exceed goals in budget, schedule, and safety. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring exceptional client service while navigating challenges in a dynamic c...

1 week 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.