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 successful delivery of multiple projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget are met while managing client expectations and team performance throughout the project lifecycle...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful outcomes by providing technical leadership for construction teams on diverse infrastructure projects. Engage with stakeholders, ensuring adherence to contracts and budgets, while fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion construction projects by providing expert technical oversight and leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and schedules across various transport...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and enhance construction projects in the Western Florida area, ensuring adherence to quality standards, budget constraints, and timelines while guiding CEI teams and communicating effectively wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic construction engineering team overseeing transportation projects, ensuring compliance with budgets, schedules, and quality standards. Your expertise will drive successful pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse traffic analysis projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence. Collaborate with teams to drive business development and maintain pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $140K *

Champion project success by leading site development initiatives, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Oversee project teams, ensuring quality and timely delivery while identifying gr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of surveying by managing projects, leading a skilled team, and fostering client relationships to drive success in the Florida Survey Department...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $130K *

Deliver innovative structural designs while leading diverse projects and fostering strong client relationships. This role enables engineers to grow through project management responsibilities across m...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing complex bridge projects from design to construction. Lead a collaborative team, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality deliverables while coordinating with clients and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $172K *

Champion successful project execution by managing budgets, schedules, and safety for high-value construction projects. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure quality results and oversee project deliver...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in complex HVAC procurement, mentoring junior staff while enhancing supplier partnerships and driving process improvements across multiple projects to maximize efficiency and revenue o...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and empower teams in managing complex façade engineering projects from design through construction. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure successful delivery, technical excellence, and client...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage and oversee façade engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with clients, architects, and engineers while providing strong project leadership from initial concept...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee complex façade engineering projects, ensuring effective collaboration across disciplines while serving as a key contact for clients throughout all project phases, from design to con...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage complex façade engineering projects from design to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to exceed client expectations while ensuring technical excellence and effective project...

4 weeks ago

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

$136K - $188K *

Lead complex capital projects up to $150M while optimizing resources, managing stakeholder communications, and ensuring project compliance and safety. Build high-performance teams, enhance best practi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of innovative façade engineering projects, managing complex systems and collaborating across teams. Inspire trust and effectively communicate with clients from design through constru...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Support the successful delivery of retail and corporate fit-out projects, assisting in planning, coordination, and execution while gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle and enhancing your pro...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Elevate project delivery by coordinating interior design initiatives across retail, commercial real estate, and corporate office sectors. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution fro...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you support the delivery of diverse fit-out projects, coordinating all phases from planning to close-out while enhancing your project management skills in a fas...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer high-impact enterprise projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to implement new sites and drive strategic priorities. Leverage exceptional project management skills to deliver results on...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $220K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager focusing on transportation infrastructure. You'll lead complex projects, enhance client relationships, and drive innovative solutions while managing m...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $183K *

Manage major transportation infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from planning to completion, ensuring compliance, stakeholder engagement, and project performance throughout the li...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $183K *

Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading major projects, ensuring seamless delivery through strategic oversight, client engagement, and multidisciplinary team collaboration while c...

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.