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 *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative traffic engineering solutions. Lead projects in traffic analysis and modeling, mentor junior engineers, and ensure quality deliverables, all while shaping the...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex power systems studies projects for mission critical facilities, ensuring accurate execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while collaborating with inte...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $182K *

Manage project execution of electrical systems, ensuring adherence to design, safety, and budget constraints across the entire project lifecycle while delivering quality results and fostering effectiv...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead capital project management for facility development, overseeing design, construction, and budget adherence, while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful project execution and align...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $140K *

Reimagine historic preservation through engineering! Join a dynamic team where you'll manage varied projects from historic buildings to modern rehabilitation, ensuring structural integrity and innovat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $140K *

Empower the future of historic preservation by managing diverse structural projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze and design solutions for existing buildings while balancing project mana...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive the success of CRAD projects by managing contract execution, resources, and relationships with research partners and funding agencies. Enhance program performance and support business developmen...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex multi-disciplinary projects across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment with client goals and project scope from initiation to closeout. Foster collaboration and ove...

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3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $150K *

Transform project management by overseeing daily operations, fostering client relations, and driving business development in a dynamic survey department. Lead a team to achieve financial objectives an...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing multiple projects and leading survey operations. Oversee budget, client relations, and team performance while driving business development and ensuring project...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join us to lead complex commercial construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve client satisfaction and opera...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead regional Project Controls teams, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing project delivery performance. Collaborate with business leaders to establish a consistent framework, ensuring effectiv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$121K - $151K *

Drive excellence in construction project management by developing best practices, training, and support for teams. Collaborate with leadership and operational partners to enhance financial and risk ma...

6 days ago

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

$98K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading capital projects, managing schedules, budgets, and resources. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and successful project delivery in a dynamic engineerin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $114K *

Engineer comprehensive project oversight by managing complex construction initiatives. Ensure visibility, control, and execution of all project phases: planning, construction, and operational readines...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead regional Project Controls teams to enhance project delivery and financial predictability. Collaborate with business leaders to drive performance initiatives, establish governance, and develop a c...

Dartmouth, NSIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead regional Project Controls teams to enhance project delivery and financial predictability. Collaborate with business leaders to establish a consistent framework, drive performance initiatives, and...

Fredericton, NBIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving project success by managing controls and performance processes for large construction projects. Leverage your expertise in cost, scheduling, and risk management to ensure ef...

3 days ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead project planning and execution for large-scale construction, ensuring success from design to completion by managing resources, timelines, and budgets in a collaborative environment. Uphold safety...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Manage project lifecycle from conception to close-out, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence while leading project teams and supporting business development activities for infrastructure proj...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Deliver project oversight and leadership throughout all phases, ensuring alignment with standards, budget, and timelines while fostering high-performance team dynamics across diverse construction site...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive project excellence and growth by managing interiors operations, ensuring design quality, and fostering collaboration while overseeing budgeting, staffing, and client relations to enhance team su...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple fire protection projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget. Collaborate with teams to navigate challenges and maintain project schedules while com...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $100K *

Empower project success by leading complex customer initiatives from kickoff to delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong customer r...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.