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 *

Drive project success through effective leadership, budget management, and strong client relations. Lead a team in executing complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and high-qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction activities, ensuring integrity and efficiency while driving project success through effective budgeting, estimating, and business development strategies. Collaborate...

4 days ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Drive preconstruction excellence by leading estimating, planning, and business development efforts. Ensure project success through effective budgeting, communication, and resource management while fos...

4 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform construction procurement by leading strategic sourcing, managing vendor relationships, and driving commercial outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks and enhance visibilit...

Langley, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform the future of renewable energy by managing contractor relationships and supporting project coordination for utility-scale wind and solar initiatives across the U.S. Your expertise will drive...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $186K *

Join a team that's optimizing data center construction by managing projects, ensuring quality, tracking budgets, and improving resilience. Your leadership will drive collaboration with contractors and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead multiple real estate projects in financial services, managing planning, execution, and closeout with a focus on MEP systems and automation. Your strategic insight will drive su...

Detroit, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex infrastructure projects within financial services, driving strategic objectives from initiation to completion, while ensuring quality and risk management and fostering collaboration acros...

2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at managing project execution while ensuring timelines, budgets, and client expectations are met. Collaborate with teams to drive efficiency and coordinate subcontractor work for s...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$213K - $234K *

Pioneer innovative project management solutions for large-scale public school construction. Oversee complex issues, ensure fiscal accountability, and enhance collaboration with cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Preconstruction team to deliver accurate estimates and proposals. Collaborate across sectors, mentor junior staff, and enhance departmental initiatives while ensuring quality and precision in...

Reposted today

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

$197K - $296K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, coordinating with contractors, and delivering timely results while mentoring staff and fostering cli...

Today

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

$180K - $270K *

Take ownership of complex construction projects, ensuring compliance, managing documentation, and leading teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while fostering client relatio...

6 days ago

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

$160K - $230K *

Oversee high-profile healthcare construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets. Lead project teams effectively while providing technical guidance and maintaining quality assurance...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee civil construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and timely delivery while collaborating with stakeholders and managing reso...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Help us drive project success by managing key operations and client communications. Collaborate closely with project managers and teams on construction activities, ensuring adherence to budgets and sc...

Reposted today

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead and innovate in hospitality construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and relationships to ensure exceptional quality and successful outcomes while mentoring team members and fostering...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $162K *

Lead and drive large-scale steel fabrication projects from inception to completion. Oversee budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams while ensuring safety and quality standards, fostering clien...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful Mechanical Construction projects by managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor contracts. Collaborate with teams to ensure project profitability and adherence to safety standards...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing transportation projects, enhancing community connectivity through innovative design and strategic planning while mentoring a dynamic team to ensure project excellence and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead projects in transportation and environmental design, managing teams and client relationships to enhance community infrastructure and ensure project quality and compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead project management for transportation initiatives including trails and roadways. Foster team development while ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence. Engage in community planning and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $225K *

Champion complex airport infrastructure projects, overseeing planning, execution, and closeout. Collaborate effectively with a diverse team and manage construction quality, safety, and client relation...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing industrialized production systems. Lead a team of engineers to enhance workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency in prefabrication and product deli...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and optimization of industrialized production systems, enhancing workflows and reducing waste. Lead a team of engineers to implement Lean principles and improve manufacturing efficien...

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  •   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.