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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$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...

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  •   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...

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

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead impactful projects in commercial land development, managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams from feasibility to construction, ensuring quality delivery on time and within budget...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $210K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-million-dollar electrical construction projects, ensuring successful execution, quality assurance, and safety. Oversee project teams, cultivate client relationships...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by managing federal construction projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, quality, and success in delivering projects on t...

3 weeks ago

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

$124K - $202K *

Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver diverse water resources projects. Manage project scope, timelines, and client relationships while ensuring compliance with engineering standards...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a team in the design and management of diverse land development projects while collaborating cross-functionally to drive growth and client engagement, ensuring excellence from concept...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale power generation projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success from incep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading impactful transportation and structural engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of project management by leading diverse teams, ensuring safety, and driving successful outcomes on data center projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enhance processe...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of large-scale electric utility construction projects, leading teams from initiation through closeout. Ensure project goals are met while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver qual...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team managing complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to oversee all project phases, ensuring timely and budget-friendly completion while upholding quality standards and...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with diverse teams to manage and execute live events, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Lead technical requirements, oversee production, and maintain exceptional c...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $160K *

Deliver impactful projects by leading teams through planning, construction, and occupancy phases, ensuring alignment with client goals and compliance with best practices while fostering strong stakeho...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and communicate effectively to deliver exception...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource management, project scheduling, and client communication while prom...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and quality s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, resolve operational issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, oversee resources, and lead safety efforts while promoti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, lead safety efforts, and drive operational excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing engineering projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery within budget, and upholding safety and quality standards while meeting client expectations and coor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage environmental engineering projects focusing on compliance, safety, and client satisfaction while ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and time constraints. Oversee all project phases and coo...

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  •   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.