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 - $90K *

Drive impactful home modification projects, enhancing the lives of older adults and those with disabilities while ensuring top-tier quality and client satisfaction in a collaborative, remote-first env...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion project success by managing stakeholders and overseeing large-scale retail construction projects. Ensure effective governance, budget tracking, and risk management while fostering strong clie...

Today

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

$108K - $162K *

Partner with us to drive the successful execution of construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with safety standards while collaborating with diverse teams and...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and delivering quality results. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, schedules, and documentation whil...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading large-scale Cold Storage and Distribution projects. As a key field-based Project Manager, you'll drive operations, ensuring quality and safety while coordinating with di...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $110K *

Drive project success by managing all phases from inception to completion, ensuring quality outcomes and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and maintain financial perfor...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career by leading heavy civil and transportation projects, ensuring timely execution, budget compliance, and safety standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Explore new horizons in project management, overseeing complex oil & gas projects. Lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality delivery while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to drive su...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform the design process by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while optimizing costs and schedules. Act as the technical representative, driving innovation and maint...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex multidisciplinary projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget while maintaining quality standards and client relationships. Drive project scope discussions, st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic construction firm, managing multi-family projects to ensure timely, on-budget delivery while fostering stakeholder relationships and leading teams to achieve high-qual...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders througho...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $120K *

Lead the delivery of high-quality infrastructure projects by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders. Utilize your technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $120K *

Play a key role in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders for successful...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion impactful project delivery by managing high-value EPC initiatives. Oversee project execution from initiation through closeout, ensuring they meet budget, safety, and schedule requirements whi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale EPC projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely execution. Oversee project lifecycle, mentor teams, and foster cross-functional collaboration to dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of flood management by leading engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance and effective resource coordination while addressing community needs and enhancin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $158K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civic projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead multiple teams, oversee project phases, and ensure client satisfaction while managing budgets and sche...

1 week ago

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

$132K - $204K *

Champion multiple healthcare projects by leading teams and managing all phases, ensuring effective communication, quality deliverables, and client satisfaction while fostering professional growth and...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale civil construction projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor coordination while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure proj...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead all phases of large-scale construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor coordination while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure project success and p...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors while ensuring quality and profitability across large commercial construction projects. Foster strong relationships with sta...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion project success by managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors while ensuring quality and profitability across large commercial construction projects. Foster strong relationships with sta...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Engage in comprehensive project management, overseeing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor coordination to ensure successful execution of large-scale construction projects while fostering positive r...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative project management solutions, overseeing technical aspects from inception to closeout. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project viability, safety, and compliance in the powe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.