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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$144K - $216K *

Lead transformative projects by overseeing financial health, quality, and safety. Mentor teams while enhancing client relationships in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will drive project success...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $190K *

Drive successful foundation projects for major transmission and substation initiatives, overseeing execution from preconstruction to completion while ensuring safety, quality, and budget alignment in...

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's leading innovative foundation projects in utility infrastructure. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll oversee complex tasks, collaborate across teams, and drive successful project d...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Drive project success by managing planning, budgeting, and scheduling in heavy civil construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and safety while delivering projects on time and within b...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Transform project execution by managing timelines, budgets, and compliance in heavy civil construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, ethical practices while delivering high-quality results o...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Shape the future of heavy civil construction by overseeing project planning, budgeting, and scheduling. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project executio...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $150K *

Drive project success by coordinating planning, budgeting, and scheduling efforts within a dynamic team in heavy civil construction for timely, safe, and compliant project delivery...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $150K *

Partner with us to oversee project management in heavy civil construction, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while maintaining compliance with regulations and safety standards, across diver...

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $175K *

Elevate your career by managing high-value construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading diverse teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful public developments...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project delivery by managing civil engineering and construction initiatives across Eastern Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, ensuring compliance, quality, and stakeholder satisfacti...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by managing schedules, costs, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial targets are met and optimize resources for large-scale projects. Drive efficiency a...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$77K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful projects on time and within budget. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee moderate complexity projects, ensuring compliance and fostering strong cli...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$77K - $96K *

Elevate project delivery by managing moderate complexity initiatives, ensuring compliance and collaboration across departments. Drive success through effective communication, risk management, and budg...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex projects, ensuring effective execution, and serving as the primary client liaison. Lead project teams, oversee budgets and schedules, and drive strategic planni...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading preconstruction efforts for diverse commercial projects. Oversee planning, budgeting, and bid strategies while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to ensure proj...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in project management by leading teams, enhancing processes, and ensuring client satisfaction in commercial construction projects. Collaborate across departments to achieve financial...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive project controls excellence by overseeing activities across the EPFCI lifecycle, ensuring budget adherence, optimizing costs, and fostering collaboration with teams to enhance project performanc...

Squamish, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction, budget adherence, and timely delivery. Lead and collaborate with project teams and stakeholders while mitigating risks and enhancing...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead municipal engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to design sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance community living. Drive busin...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform communities as a Civil Project Manager, leading project planning and execution while ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence. Collaborate with a talented team to enhance municipal...

4 days ago

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

$107K - $123K *

Lead the successful execution of large-scale commercial projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and service revenue growth through strategic management and cross-functional collaboration from design...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $112K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale commercial projects, ensuring successful execution from design to handover. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize customer satisfaction and drive...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of refinery projects by leading capital initiatives, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and timely delivery while managing multiple projects across various phases and collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower project success by managing financial performance and client satisfaction across multiple initiatives. Drive project goals in Safety, Quality, and Productivity while mentoring team members and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $105K *

Transform construction management by leading impactful projects that enhance civil rights structures. Oversee all phases of construction, ensuring quality and compliance while managing a dedicated tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.