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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative electrical design for diverse projects, collaborating with architects and engineers to deliver sustainable solutions that meet client needs and adhere to industry standar...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative electrical design solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with architects and engineers to ensure compliance with standards and codes while enhancing sustainability and effici...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of manufacturing by managing complex projects on-site. Oversee planning, design, and execution in a dynamic production environment while ensuring safety, budget a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading preconstruction efforts, ensuring accurate estimating, scheduling, and risk assessment for successful project execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive projects fr...

4 days ago

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

$91K - $136K *

Join us to lead project teams, manage resources, and drive successful outcomes in construction risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and deliver projects on time and with...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Manage and oversee water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring safety, budget compliance, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders for project success while mentoring pers...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Make your mark at managing transformative water and wastewater projects, driving successes across the Northeast while fostering teamwork, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency with...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional HVAC project management. Oversee all phases of construction, ensuring safety compliance, document control, and financial management while fosteri...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead complex multi-site projects, ensuring execution from design to closeout. Drive client satisfaction and operational excellence while managing budgets, schedules, and diverse sta...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead complex, multi-site projects from inception to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams while managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder expectations across various geographies...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in project management, overseeing commercial construction from inception to completion. Drive project success by managing financials, addressing risks, and collaborating with stakehold...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $170K *

Empower our transportation initiatives by leading project teams, managing client relationships, and delivering successful infrastructure projects. This role is key in expanding our Arizona practice an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to the successful management of construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and strong relationships with stakeholders while leading and training project teams effe...

1 week ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Shape the future of healthcare construction by leading projects, ensuring compliance and quality while overseeing a dynamic team. Bring your expertise to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder com...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Lead diverse municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior engineers. Drive progress in public-sector engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in highway maintenance. This role involves project management, client relations, and continuous improvement, ensuring successful delivery of infrastru...

Ponoka, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing highway maintenance projects, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction across multiple contracts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing p...

Camrose, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Manage highway maintenance projects, ensuring operational success and client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise in construction and engineering to drive efficiency and innovation across multiple co...

Red Deer, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading highway maintenance projects, managing client relations, and driving operational improvements. This role requires a strategic mindset to ensure successful project delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative electrical engineering solutions. As a key leader, you’ll drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring excellence in design, compliance, and communicati...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise project management by leading cross-functional initiatives, driving operational improvements, and ensuring successful project execution from initiation to closeout while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Drive project delivery from preconstruction to completion while fostering strong client relationships and mitigati...

2 weeks ago

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

$147K - $173K *

Join our dynamic team to lead civil engineering projects, drive growth, and foster client relationships while managing a dedicated group. Your leadership will inspire excellence and innovation within...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Unlock potential by overseeing commercial electrical projects, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, budgets, and communications, driving...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by managing diverse healthcare construction projects. Lead teams, ensure quality, and drive successful outcomes in a dynamic environment where your organizational skills and proble...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.