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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$100K - $120K *

Empower progress at the forefront of energy conservation by managing project scopes, coordinating activities, and ensuring compliance with timelines and budgets. Collaborate with diverse teams to driv...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in electrical construction management by planning, scheduling, and ensuring safe project delivery while collaborating with teams and managing costs effectively...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $180K *

Elevate municipal water infrastructure through innovative project leadership. Guide teams and manage complex programs to ensure sustainable water delivery across communities. Collaborate with stakehol...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Elevate project success by managing operations, budgets, and client relationships. Champion deliverables while ensuring schedules are met, risks managed, and profitability optimized, fostering collabo...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by leading multidisciplinary teams through strategic oversight, ensuring quality assurance, maintaining client relations, and managing all phases of construction operations for...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $200K *

Shape the future of land development by leading projects, managing teams, and cultivating client relationships. Leverage your expertise to drive success from concept to completion while ensuring quali...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of preconstruction by leading estimating processes, engaging trades, and utilizing AI tools to enhance project delivery and efficiency. Drive innovation in multifamily projects while...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead structural steel projects from contract award to closeout. Manage scope, budget, and schedule while coordinating with clients and teams to ensure safe, profitable, and timely project delivery ali...

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $156K *

Transform project management for County buildings, overseeing design, construction, and modifications. Collaborate with consultants and contractors to ensure projects meet budget, schedule, and regula...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead the management of a $500M project portfolio, ensuring successful delivery through all phases, from planning to operations. Collaborate with teams and contractors to meet project goals, budgets, a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in overseeing civil engineering projects, ensuring successful site development from planning to execution, collaborating across disciplines, and managing contractor and consultant rela...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$93K - $124K *

Manage project schedules, scope, and costs while coordinating teams and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals and maintain compliance with design standar...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse environmental projects from scope to closure. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior staff in a challenging yet rewarding consulting envir...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $178K *

Advance project delivery by leading project controls functions, ensuring effective cost management, scheduling, and risk analysis. Collaborate with teams to drive performance and continuous improvemen...

Today

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

$88K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse capital improvement projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution. Oversee engineering and architectural consultants, while providing technical guidance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $210K *

Oversee the coordination and management of major transportation construction projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders while maintaining compliance with engineeri...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform large-scale construction projects by providing leadership and technical direction from conception to closeout. Focus on managing budgets, safety, and team development while cultivating stron...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale design-build construction projects. Manage all phases from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction while cultivating rela...

Reposted today

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

$130K - $165K *

Take ownership of large-scale design-build projects, guiding them from concept to completion. Lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure safety and quality while fostering strong client and subcontractor...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing E House projects for the Power and Oil & Gas sectors. Drive project execution, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while collaborating with cross-fu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex transportation projects, overseeing design, client relations, and team growth. Drive business development and ensure on-time, profitable delivery while mentoring staff and maintaining hig...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer your career as a Transportation Project Manager, leading complex roadway design projects while driving business development and team growth. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver hi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

All 5's Construction is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the management and coordination of the project team within the Doors, Frames, and Hardware division. The role involves supervising team mem...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$144K - $238K *

Pioneer your career by leading MEP projects, ensuring quality and safety while mentoring teams. Manage multiple projects, develop client relationships, and oversee financial health, all while driving...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of your career by leading impactful civil engineering projects and mentoring a dynamic team while driving innovative solutions and ensuring project success through effective manag...

3 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.