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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$180K - $260K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative roadway improvement projects, managing all phases from design to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while fostering client relation...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $260K *

Empower your career with a leadership role in transportation engineering, managing roadway improvement projects from design to construction. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage comprehensive construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring effective planning, budgeting, and scheduling while minimizing costs and risks. Collaborate with teams to achieve cli...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex construction projects from inception to completion. Oversee bids, schedules, and budgets while leading crews and ensuring project success in diverse en...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative construction solutions by managing diverse projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to create bids, schedules, and budgets while ensuring quality and timely del...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of public infrastructure by managing large-scale capital projects. Serve as a trusted advisor, guiding complex initiatives from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with cli...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Champion critical project success by leading commissioning and quality assurance for high-reliability facilities. Oversee project delivery, manage budgets, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and leveraging your design-build expertise to drive success in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design execution for large-scale data center projects, managing coordination and oversight across multiple teams until transition to construction. Collaborate effectively to ensure timely an...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Contribute to the success of Hyperscale Data Center projects by managing design processes, facilitating stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring effective contract administration throughout all phases...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing design activities for cutting-edge data center projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, coordinate design reviews, and ensure effective communication throughout...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in dynamic design management for hyperscale data center projects, overseeing coordination, administration, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders through each design phase, ensuring succes...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in managing transportation projects from planning to delivery, fostering client relationships, mentoring staff, and driving organizational growth within a dynamic team environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $175K *

Lead large-scale land development projects, guiding teams to deliver high-quality designs across commercial, residential, and institutional sectors while ensuring successful execution and stakeholder...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $160K *

Deliver comprehensive preconstruction management for projects, ensuring budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination is executed efficiently to meet deadline and profitability goals...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing high-value capital projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while overseeing scope, schedule, and budget across multiple refinery construction initiatives...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver on time and within budget...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Manage complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while coordinating with teams and stakeholders to meet project objectives and financial performance...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Lead the charge in executing complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success from planning to closeout while m...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $166K *

Elevate project success by coordinating essential documentation and communication across teams. Support RFIs, scheduling, and project tracking to ensure seamless operations in a dynamic construction e...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Manage and oversee construction projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety, quality, and cost targets are met. Collaborate with diverse teams while adapting to evolving technologies and met...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$109K - $148K *

Drive excellence in critical environment projects, overseeing complex capital initiatives from planning to execution. Lead teams, manage client relationships, and ensure safety, quality, and budget ad...

2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in construction management. As a Project Manager, you'll lead projects with vision, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability while mentoring engineers and...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading construction efforts, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Ensure compliance and safety while delivering high-quality results in healthcare and industrial sectors...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of project success by leading construction efforts, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Ensure compliance and safety while delivering high-quality results in healthcare and industria...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.