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 - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless coordination among multidisciplinary teams while maintaining project scope, schedule, and budget. Drive successful outcom...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$115K - $180K *

Lead and oversee multiple concurrent construction projects, ensuring financial success, quality standards, and safety practices while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring project teams...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of construction by leading pre-construction efforts, coordinating teams, and driving winning strategies for design/build bids while managing critical project timelines and subcontract...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Manage and coordinate complex projects, ensuring adherence to policies and budgets while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and leading project teams to success...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of transportation projects by leading design and management efforts, ensuring timely delivery and profitability while mentoring a dynamic team and fostering client relationships...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Engineer and manage medium/high voltage construction projects in clean energy markets. Lead safety, compliance, and budgeting initiatives while fostering communication among stakeholders for successfu...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Manage electrical construction projects in the clean energy sector, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution while coordinating with diverse teams and implementing safety protocols across multip...

3 weeks ago

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

$114K - $148K *

Accelerate project success by leading teams in large-scale civil operations, overseeing documentation, safety, budgeting, and stakeholder relationships to ensure efficient project execution and profit...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining transportation drainage solutions. Lead high-profile projects, manage budgets and schedules, and provide strategic guidance to clients while mentoring teams and driving b...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Lead project teams to deliver high-quality municipal engineering solutions. Ensure project budgets, schedules, and client communications are effectively managed while fostering team development and st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead transformative municipal engineering projects, guiding teams to success while managing budgets, client relationships, and ensuring top-tier deliverables and compliance with standards. Your expert...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Foster collaboration among teams and clients while maintaining high standards for quality and safety...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Deliver exceptional project management for heavy industrial construction, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to achieve customer satisfaction throughout all project...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost management, and team coordination across all phases of construction, particularly within the healthcare sector. Unlock your...

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Drive excellence in facility operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring optimal maintenance and service across complex systems, and supporting a culture of reliability and cost control in a federa...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Manage construction projects from planning to execution, ensuring safety, quality, and budget compliance. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive successful project delivery while maintaining stro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion the execution of heavy civil projects, driving efficiency and safety through innovative automation technologies. Oversee project lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time and budget, while enhanci...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward as a Senior Project Manager, leading diverse teams to ensure project success, client satisfaction, and achieving financial goals in a dynamic construction environment...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple large-scale projects, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget and schedule requirements while fostering effective team dynamics and proactive communic...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex bridge projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction while developing into a leadership role within the Structures Group o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Support project management efforts in construction, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to track progress and resolve issues, while gaining expo...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and lead structural design projects, ensuring client satisfaction and team development. Oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing marketi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage comprehensive project initiatives in a hybrid model, leading teams and consultants to deliver on time and within budget while ensuring design excellence and sustainability throughout each phase...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by managing complex initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with contracts, schedules, and budgets while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $241K *

Champion complex construction projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets, schedules, and risks while ensuring high standards. Drive client satisfaction and project success from ince...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.