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 *

Grow your career with us to lead and manage complex CMI projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring project teams in a dynamic environ...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Construction Management and Inspection projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met. Foster client relationships and mentor teams while navigating technical...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $135K *

Take ownership of end-to-end construction projects, ensuring efficient delivery, compliance with standards, and collaboration with partners to achieve sustainable and cost-effective outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance and effective stakeholder communication while driving best practices and strategic improvements to achieve client obj...

6 days ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Take ownership of project controls activities across complex capital and infrastructure projects. Lead cost management, scheduling, risk analysis, and reporting to ensure successful project delivery a...

5 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring adherence to design, budget, and schedule while maintaining strong client communication and overseeing project teams for successful...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to manage architectural projects in the commercial retail and restaurant sectors, balancing design and delivery while fostering team growth and client relationships throughout the project life...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier project management for diverse federal construction initiatives, managing projects from design to completion while ensuring compliance and excellenc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of high-tech projects by managing complex programs, fostering client relationships, and ensuring safety and quality on-site. Drive continuous improvement and support project execution...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Oversee and manage stacked townhome condominium projects across the Greater Toronto Area. Ensure budget, schedule, and quality while leading permit approvals and coordinating teams to address risks an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize construction project management from inception to completion, ensuring budget adherence, schedule management, and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive project suc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering successful construction projects. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring completion on time and within budget, while...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing construction materials testing initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, and mentoring junior staff to enhance project delivery and client satisfaction in a dyna...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-family construction projects, overseeing teams, finances, and schedules to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $167K *

Transform complex projects into successful outcomes by leading teams, managing deliverables, and fostering collaboration. Engage hands-on throughout all phases, ensuring project goals are met while me...

Reposted yesterday

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

$110K - $140K *

Transform project execution and business development within the nuclear sector. Lead planning, delivery, and closeout of projects while ensuring safety, budget adherence, and client communication, dri...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Oversee full project lifecycle for capital construction projects, ensuring delivery meets operational and business requirements through effective contractor management and design coordination while ma...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive the management of construction and commissioning projects for wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring timely delivery, quality assurance, and owner satisfaction while optimizing project contro...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and elevate the construction of wastewater treatment projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and owner satisfaction. You'll lead teams from initiation to commissioning while optimizing p...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in wastewater treatment projects by managing construction teams, financial performance, and all project phases to ensure quality delivery and client satisfaction...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead construction teams in delivering high-quality wastewater projects. Manage project execution, budgets, timelines, and ensure owner satisfaction while optimizing efficiencies through self-perform c...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality construction projects for wastewater treatment facilities. Drive project execution from initiation to commissioning, ensuring risk management, cost control...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of multifamily renovation projects by overseeing daily operations, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and quality standards while leading diverse teams and coordinating...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Transform project delivery by leading diverse engineering initiatives, ensuring alignment with PMO standards and best practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency, governance, and cont...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead diverse engineering projects, ensuring alignment with PMO standards and best practices while fostering continuous improvement and personal development...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.