Construction Project Manager Jobs in the United States
The LiRo Group
$160000 - $230000
Syosset, NY
Serve as Point of Contact to Client and ConsultantsLead the project team as the Client’s On-site Representative for all project mattersProvide regular evaluation of project schedule and budget, identifying any deviations from plan and offering proposed solutions needed to meet project goalsProvide QA/QC oversight for internal project teamSupport project team with technical evaluations, advice, and guidance. Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients.
The LiRo Group
$160000 - $230000
Syosset, NY
Serve as Point of Contact to Client and ConsultantsLead the project team as the Client’s On-site Representative for all project mattersProvide regular evaluation of project schedule and budget, identifying any deviations from plan and offering proposed solutions needed to meet project goalsProvide QA/QC oversight for internal project teamSupport project team with technical evaluations, advice, and guidance. Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients.
Dorsett Controls
$105000 - $125000
Augusta, GA
Travel requirements:Willingness to travel up to 40%, including overnight stays, to support project execution, site visits, and team collaboration across multiple locations. Experience: Required Skills and ExperienceAt least 5 years of experience in a construction supervisory role, with knowledge of construction processes, tools, and materials.
Building and Land Technology
Stamford, CT
The Construction Project Manager will be 100% onsite, managing day-to-day construction activity and coordinating across general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders. Building and Land Technology (BLT) is a vertically integrated real estate developer, owner, and operator with a strong presence across residential and commercial asset classes.
Cava Companies
$80000 - $100000
Richmond, VA
This role is field-focused, requiring daily site visits and hands-on coordination, but also includes essential administrative responsibilities such as purchase order entry and schedule tracking. Our senior management and staff have extensive experience in real estate development, finance, economic development, project management, leasing, and property management.
Jobot
$160000 - $225000
Brockton, MA
Established over 50 years ago and headquartered in Brockton, MA, we are one of the East Coast’s most experienced and well-regarded full-service site development contractors specializing in deep hole excavation, site development, utility installation, and roadway construction across New England and beyond. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.
San Francisco, CA
Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Delivering projects: Successfully managing and leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest quality delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
Benchmark Utility Services
STERLING, VA
Documentation & Reporting: Establish and oversee a comprehensive document control system and manage the maintenance of comprehensive and accurate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, as-built files, meeting minutes, and project correspondences. Preconstruction Support: Assist in the transition from estimating to active project management by ensuring all project information, including plans, specifications, schedules, quotes, and resource requirements, are complete, accurate, and ready for seamless project initiation and execution.
Roers Companies LLC
Raleigh, NC
Due to the nature of construction and trade activity on site, all employees may encounter hazards that could include but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat or cold temperatures, vibration, moving equipment, scaffolding, protected and unprotected openings under construction, odors, mists, gases, chemicals, electrical equipment, exposure to oils and other liquids, poorly ventilated areas that may require the use of a mask or respirator, CO2 and NO2, air pollutants, hot work to include torches and welding, open excavations, and other unknown conditions. As a Construction Assistant Project Manager, you play a vital role in assisting the construction team by coordinating and helping to manage all pre-construction and construction related activities related to all applicable projects assigned.
Jobot
$100000 - $140000
Chicago, IL
Recruiting: Actively participate in identifying potential Project Managers, both internally and externally, and engage in mentoring, recruiting, and training project management candidates, Project Engineers, and Assistant Project Managers. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$100000 - $125000
Mount Clemens, MI
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Vaco LLC
$70000 - $75000
louisville, KY
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Lee Andrews Group
$192000 - $244000
Los Angeles, CA
Coordinates program activities with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Asset Management Branch, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, and local districts. College undergraduate but possess more than 20 years of Construction or Project Management experience and must complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division, OR.
Jobot
$80000 - $120000
Billings, MT
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Raymond Alexander Associates
$90000 - $100000
Totowa, NJ
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing projects end-to-end while also leveraging and growing a personal client network within a stable, entrepreneurial company. We are a well-established and growing commercial interiors construction firm seeking a Construction Project Manager with a strong sales and client-development orientation.
Jobot
$110000 - $140000
Boca Raton, FL
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Jobot
$95000 - $110000
New Brunswick, NJ
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Jobot
$140000 - $150000
Dallas, TX
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Jobot
$115000 - $130000
Milton, GA
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Jobot
$70000 - $110000
Milwaukee, WI
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Jobot
$80000 - $110000
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Jobot
$85000 - $105000
Indian Creek, IL
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GTT
Chesapeake, VA
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing the construction project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations/management, field staff and other duties required to execute EPC, Construction Management, Construction, and Program Management projects. Responsible for facilitating project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking specific to construction and construction related activities or program level activities as required.
Davron LLC
Syosset, NY
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER | COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION | HEALTHCARE PROJECTS | PUBLIC WORKS | RFQ | RFI | MS PROJECTS | PLANSWIFT | BLUEBEAM | PROCORE | PROJECT SCHEDULING | FIELD MANAGEMENT | TRI-STATE CONSTRUCTION | NEW YORK CITY CONSTRUCTION | LONG ISLAND CONSTRUCTION. Step into a high-impact leadership role with a well-established, family-oriented construction firm as a Construction Project Manager based in the New York City / Long Island area.
Jobot
$120000 - $160000
Oak Brook, IL
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State University Construction Fund
Albany, NY
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for administering construction projects on the State University Campuses from the start of the construction phase to project closeout, managing the consultant and contractor during the construction phase to ensure timely completion of a project constructed in accordance with the contract documents, the processing of change and field orders, extra compensation authorizations, and payment applications. The State University Construction Fund (Fund) is a New York State government entity dedicated solely to facilitating and expediting the construction, renovation, rehabilitation, and improvement of the State University of New York's academic building and infrastructure assets at 34 state-operated campuses and 3 teaching hospitals.
Axis Construction Mgmt., LLC.
King of Prussia, PA
Axis Construction Management, LLC., a well-established and growing commercial construction management firm based in King of Prussia, is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our dynamic team. We’re looking for a highly motivated, business-minded professional with a minimum of 10 years of proven success in managing commercial construction projects from inception to completion.
Jobot
$110000 - $160000
Weston, MA
The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for working to ensure high density residential and mixed-use projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and in compliance with approved project documents, jurisdictional and applicable code requirements. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$110000 - $145000
Milwaukee, WI
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Jobot
$100000 - $140000
Chicago, IL
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Jobot
$110000 - $150000
Greensboro, NC
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Jobot
$120000 - $175000
Los Angeles, CA
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Jobot
$70000 - $95000
North Haven, CT
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Jobot
$110000 - $165000
Pikesville, MD
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Jobot
$100000 - $150000
Milwaukee, WI
A General Contractor with over 100 years experience in southeast Wisconsin, we are seeking a highly organized and experienced Construction Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from concept to completion. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$80000 - $110000
Naples, FL
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Jobot
$100000 - $150000
Grand Junction, CO
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Jobot
$110000 - $140000
Jacksonville, FL
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Jobot
$115000 - $140000
Tampa, FL
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Jobot
$115000 - $140000
Tampa, FL
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HEPCO, Inc.
Melbourne, FL
This role is responsible for managing small to medium-sized projects of varying complexity and visibility while coordinating across internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, designers, engineers, and business operations to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. This position plays a key leadership role and may also serve as a mentor to Project Managers, Associate Project Managers, and Site Managers as the organization continues to grow.
Jobot
$125000 - $150000
Philadelphia, PA
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Jobot
$120000 - $160000
Pittsburgh, PA
We are looking for a motivated Project Manager with at least 2 years of commercial construction project management experience, ideally including restaurant, athletic club, corporate, and/or retail projects, to join our Pittsburgh-based team. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$85000 - $110000
Philadelphia, PA
Founded nearly a decade ago and based in the Greater Philadelphia area, we are a fast-growing construction management firm specializing in high-impact, highly regulated projects across the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Riverview Decks
$50000 - $120000
Knoxville, TN
We’re looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager who is passionate about leading teams, solving problems, and delivering outstanding client experiences. Roll out the red carpet for others as a servant leader - We truly want your experience to be magnificent and filled with joyful milestones that result in an amazing transformation.
Jobot
$100000 - $140000
Indianapolis, IN
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Jobot
$100000 - $155000
Madison, WI
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Jobot
$110000 - $150000
Riviera Beach, FL
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Jobot
$30 - $38
Temecula, CA
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Jobot
$120000 - $140000
Northville, MI
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Construction Project Manager Jobs Overview
Construction project manager jobs are ideal for people who are highly motivated and organized. In this role, you function as the go-between for clients and construction workers. You help to ensure that the client's final goals for the project are met.
Depending on the workday, you might be doing everything from sitting in an office filing paperwork to walking around a construction site inspecting work. Common duties for construction project managers include creating work schedules, ordering materials, defining project stages, and coordinating with contractors.
You can work a full-time job that comes with many career opportunities and interesting responsibilities. This job lets you put your management skills to the test while still participating in hands-on construction work. It has a higher-than-average salary and a faster-than-average growth rate, so it's a very rewarding career.
Salaries for Construction Project Manager Jobs
As a construction project manager, you can expect an annual salary in the range of $68,000 to $119,000, with a median salary of $97,944 per year. Plus, it's typically a position that comes with benefits like health care.
Construction project manager jobs pay particularly well in big cities. If you have a lot of experience and are willing to take on larger jobs, you can also earn more. Cities where construction managers can earn the most include:
- Atlanta, GA
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- Dallas, TX
Would you like to see how much people earn at construction project manager jobs in your city? Check the Monster salary calculator to get helpful salary data.
How to Find the Construction Manager Job That Fits You
Construction project manager jobs come in many shapes and sizes, so you might need to do a little research to find the perfect one for you. Many construction managers start their job hunt by thinking about their skills and experience. Depending on your background, you might want to specialize in things like residential construction, healthcare construction, or other fields.
Check Your Qualifications for the Job
As you look at job postings, pay close attention to the required skills and level of experience. Some construction project manager job descriptions may want more than five years of experience or knowledge of specialized tools like Procore or Autodesk BIM.
Consider Your Goals and the Company's Values
Think about your preferred level of independence at work. Some construction project manager jobs are one-time contracts where you sign up to work for the duration of a building project. Other construction managers prefer to trade independence for reliability, so they work as salaried employees for a construction company that hires them out to work on multiple projects.
Whether you want to work as an employee or independent contractor, pay close attention to the organization offering the job. Take a little time to look them up online, and see whether they have a reputation for being a dependable employer.
In addition to your skills and current workplace preferences, you should also think about your long-term plans. Ideally, you should look for jobs that help you advance your career. Consider things like whether the job gives you experience in your chosen field and whether the employer might provide promotions in the future.
How to Apply for a Construction Project Manager Job
To apply for a job, the first thing you should do is review the job listing carefully. Check to see if the company has any special requests or instructions because you should always follow their guidelines closely. Also, get an idea of exactly what qualifications the company is looking for.
Create a Construction Project Manager Resume
When describing your skills, make sure you include those mentioned in the job listing. Many companies scan resumes with applicant tracking systems (ATS) that filter applications based on resume keywords. Try to include common ones such as contract management, project estimation, civil engineering, cost management, and construction management.
Get your resume to stand out by highlighting soft skills like conflict management, flexibility, and leadership. Keep your resume to a single page, and remember you can leave out irrelevant or outdated information like, "Did musical theater in the 1990s." Take a look at our construction manager resume sample for inspiration.
Write a Strong Cover Letter
Many construction project manager jobs are more casual, so you just need to upload a resume and fill out the company's application form. However, some bigger projects may require a cover letter to land the job. Review this project manager cover letter example, and add concrete examples of how you've successfully managed construction projects in the past to your own letter.
Get Ready to Submit Your Application
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How to Follow Up With an Employer
When you submit your application, there's a chance you might not hear back for a day or two. However, if you still haven't heard back within a week, consider sending a follow-up.
The Follow Up Process
A follow-up message should be a polite email to the company's hiring manager. In it, you can express your interest in the job and highlight some of the reasons they should check out your application.
It's also acceptable to follow up if you received a reply to your application but were turned down. This type of follow-up can be a great way to get tips for improving your resume. In some cases, it can even build a personal connection that ensures you get recommended for future jobs at the company.
Interviewing Tips for Construction Project Manager Jobs
A great resume gets your foot in the door, but you also need to perform a solid interview if you want to seal the deal. Construction project manager interviews are important, but you don't need to stress. It's simply a meeting where you can provide more details about yourself and get an idea of whether or not the company would be a good fit.
Prepare for the Interview
Before your interview, make sure you brush up on your technical skills. If you mentioned knowing certain programs on your resume, you'll need to be able to talk about them coherently in the interview. To give yourself a little extra confidence, check out our common interview questions and prepare your own personal answers to them.
Make an Impression During the Interview
Approach each question during your interview as an opportunity to show why you'd be the perfect fit for the job. Construction project manager interviews often work well with the STAR interview technique where you describe a situation, identify a task, explain the actions you took, and discuss your results. This allows you to keep the focus on your skills and shows you have a proven record of being able to handle tricky projects in the past.
Some construction project manager interviews may include a technical portion where you need to do things like balance a budget or order supplies for a hypothetical project. In these situations, it's important to stay calm and approach the project logically. After solving technical problems, being able to discuss your reasoning and confidently explain why your process is the best option will help you stand out.
Follow Up After the Interview
After your interview, it's smart to send a thank-you note to the interviewer within 24 hours. This brief email gives you the chance to clarify anything you forgot to mention in the interview, and it helps to show that you're truly interested in the job. You can also send another follow-up if you don't hear back within a week.
How to Handle a Job Offer
If your interview goes well, you'll hopefully get a call or email letting you know that you got the construction project manager job. Though it's certainly tempting to accept right away, make sure to read their official offer carefully.
Due to the unique nature of this industry, pay close attention to what sort of salary and contract you're being offered. Check to see whether you're being hired as an independent contractor or a salaried employee. If you're a contractor, make sure the offer clearly defines how long the job lasts and how often you get paid.
In some cases, you might end up with competing job offers. To choose between offers, you'll need to closely consider your professional and personal priorities. Some questions you might want to ask yourself include:
- Will this job allow me to make valuable industry contacts?
- Which job provides better benefits, like extended vacation time?
- How will the experience from this position enhance my resume in the future?
- Am I comfortable working the hours that this position will require?
If a job seems promising but has a few potential issues, try negotiating your contract. Negotiation is a common tactic in the construction industry, so your potential employers probably expect you to request a higher salary or other perks. Approach the situation politely but firmly, and emphasize that you're truly looking forward to working for the company.
Career Paths for Construction Project Managers
Many construction project manager jobs lead down a career path that involves more responsibility and additional managerial tasks. You may want to become a construction director or even open your own construction company one day. Some construction project managers transition to being general contractors or the CEO of a construction business.
You might also consider using your knowledge of construction to transition to a related field. Many construction project managers get additional training and become civil engineers, architects, or urban planners.
Another option is to use your organizational and business skills to transition from construction project management to other types of project management. You might want to consider related fields like manufacturing project management or engineering project management.
Whatever career path you choose, additional education may be critical. You might want to consider going back to college and getting bachelor's or master's degrees in related fields like construction, business, or engineering. It can also be worthwhile to take the classes you'll need to pass certification exams from prestigious institutions like The American Institute of Contractors or the Construction Management Association of America.
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