Construction Manager Jobs

A Construction Manager, also known as a Construction Project Manager, plays a pivotal role in the construction industry by overseeing and directing construction projects from the beginning to the end. Their responsibilities include planning, budgeting, coordinating, and supervising construction projects while ensuring that they are completed within the stipulated time and budget. They also ensure that safety standards and building regulations are met, resolve any issues or problems that may arise, and communicate with clients, architects, and subcontractors. They play a crucial role in decision-making and problem-solving, often acting as the link between different stakeholders.

Essential skills for a Construction Manager include strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication and negotiation skills, good problem-solving abilities, and a thorough understanding of the construction process and construction safety laws. They should also be adept at project management software and technologies. In terms of qualifications, a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is typically required. Professional certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Construction Manager, an individual could have roles such as Construction Supervisor, Project Engineer, or Assistant Construction Manager.

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Building Commissioning Project Manager (Hybrid)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 hours ago

Position Responsibilities •Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and otherdocumentation pertinent to commissioning. •Develop project specific Commissioning Plans...

Hilscher Clarke Electric

Project Cost Manager

Join Hilscher-Clarke as a full-time Project Cost Manager in Canton, Ohio or Columbus, Ohio where we're more than a team – we're more like a family. At Hilscher-Clarke, our people embody our core...

Management and/or Architecture 5+ years of working across commercial/residential projects managing multiple projects Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (including Microsoft Project) Ability...

Hanley Energy

Principal Engineer

Job Overview: We are seeking a licensed Professional Electrical Engineer to work with our NETA Testing division throughout our Hyperscale Data Center Clients. The ideal candidate will have...

As a Construction Manager, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community....

Copeland Development & Construction Co., Inc., an industry leader in the Midwest region for design-build projects, is looking for a passionate, innovative, and driven project manager who is...

Con-Real Construction

Project Manager

  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago

Approves all project billings, manages change orders with client and subcontractors and approves all project costs....

Senior Project Manager

Oversee procurement, subcontracts, change orders, RFIs, and submittals. Conduct regular internal and external project meetings to ensure alignment....

The Weitz Company

MEP Project Manager Data Center ( Traveling )

management experience Experience in a fast-paced environment Proven history of leading others successfully and to teach, develop and mentor others....

Denham-Blythe

Construction Project Manager

FFounded in Lexington, KY in 1976, Denham-Blythe offers customers expertise in design, construction management and general construction services from offices in Kentucky, Tennessee, and South Carolina...

Glass Pros of Tampa

Glazers

Join our team at Glass Pros of Tampa as a Glazer, you will be a part of our growing company in the glass industry. If you have a glass installation or construction background, we want to hear from...

Evergreen Roofing

Project Manager

orders and loss/gain production on job budgets Cost consciousness – Understand budgeting and implications to jobs Relational Interaction – Estimators must be able to thrive in a dynamic, interactive...

Confidential

Construction Project Manager ( Remote / In Person )

  • Riverview, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverview, FL
  • 1 day ago

Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or 5 years' experience in the field Compensation Salary is competitive and based on experience....

Remote Work
Byrne Construction Services

Project Manager

Perform duties as directed by the assigned Senior Project Manager, or Construction Manager....

Construction Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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BIM for Construction
Learn how to couple BIM and traditional scheduling and cost-estimating tools to develop 4D, 5D, and nD models for effective construction applications This course is the second of a sequence of...
Construction Management
Learn to successfully manage construction projects and deliver with the skills of a modern Construction Manager. In this program you will learn to successfully manage construction projects and...
Sustainable Construction Management
Learn Sustainable Construction Management practices, and how to implement a sustainable green project. Sustainability has become essential for private and public owners who want to incorporate the...

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Salary for Construction Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Construction Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Master's Degree
18.1%
High School or GED
14.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Construction Managers
6-8 years
35.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
1-2 years
15.0%
2-4 years
15.0%
8-10 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%


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