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A 196611406project manager17.39construction project manager9.23construction8.89assistant project manager4.37project coordinator4.283272895652630000.0097972.84203000.00YEARLY4171193882025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Construction Project Manager, or Commercial Construction Project Manager, plans and oversees the building process of various construction projects from start to finish. Their duties include building and staying within the budget, retrieving the necessary permits to construct in certain communities and communicating the client’s goals for certain projects to the subcontractors and construction workers.

Construction Project Manager duties and responsibilities

196611406project manager17.39construction project manager9.23construction8.89assistant project manager4.37project coordinator4.283272895652630000.0097972.84203000.00YEARLY4171193882025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Construction project managers are responsible for the following:

  • Collaborate with engineers, architects and other workers in the same project
  • Choose subcontractors and delegate their responsibilities
  • Responsible for any delays, emergencies and problems that can arise
  • Comply with safety and building codes as well as legal requirements
  • Report project progress and budget to client
  • Explain contract and technical matter to others in a clear manner
  • Prepare budget and cost estimates, along with work timetables

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Example 1

Role: Telecommunications Special Construction Project Manager

Location: Melbourne, Florida Hybrid remote/onsite (office)

Duration: 6- 12 months temp to perm

Must Haves:

  • Background in civil construction (understanding construction drawings etc.)
  • Background in telecomm with a subset in construction
  • Understanding of Telecommunications Carrier LEC/CLEC & IXC connectivity and infrastructure
  • Minimum of 10 years of telecommunications engineering design experience, knowledge of carrier ordering systems and processes with three to five years project management and/or people management experience preferred




Description:

  • Manages telecommunications special construction projects resulting from customer requests for e (RFP s) or telecommunication access solution orders that result in non-recurring construction scope and/or cost
  • Builds and maintains relationships with carrier POC s responsible for implementing construction projects
  • Maintains all electronic data and critical project documentation and as-builts
  • Creates and provides metrics/performance data and for use in program management reviews
  • Schedules project kickoff meeting with all parties responsible for implementation
  • Provides daily support to implementation team and ensures vendors are communicating effectively with all internal and external stakeholders
  • Proven working experience in civil construction management
  • Advanced knowledge of civil construction management processes, means and methods
  • Expert knowledge of civil telecommunications specific products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards









Technical Skills:

  • Understanding of Telecommunications Carrier LEC/CLEC & IXC connectivity and infrastructure

o Knowledge of telecommunications carrier ordering systems and processes

o Knowledge of Transport/Access equipment installation, test & turnup including new installs, additions, removals, provisioning and turnup of systems

o Knowledge of Telecommunications support systems (E.g. Access Cabling infrastructure, DC Power plants/Battery systems, etc.) including installation, test & turnup, additions, replacements and removals

o Knowledge of civil engineering projects including public right of way permitting

Other Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to plan and see the big picture
  • Competent in conflict and crisis management
  • Leadership and human resources management skills
  • Excellent time and project management skills
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Competent soft or people management skills
  • General budget or cost management
  • Ability to influence without having direct or indirect organizational control
  • Proficient computer and software utilization skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point, etc.)










Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree or higher in Engineering, Civil, Telecommunications Engineering Technology or Information Systems with Network Focus preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of telecommunications engineering design experience, knowledge of carrier ordering systems and processes with three to five years project management and/or people management experience preferred


Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: Up to $53.00 per hour

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



Education:
  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:
  • telecomm with a subset in construction: 3 years (Preferred)
  • LEC/CLEC & IXC connectivity and infrastructure: 4 years (Preferred)
  • telecommunications engineering design: 10 years Location: On the road

Example 2

Salary range dependent on experience.

Corstone Contractors LLC is an established commercial general contractor with repeat customers in multifamily, warehouse and commercial markets across the Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a self-motivated Project Manager with experience managing multifamily and/or tilt-up experience to add to our successful team. If you are a problem solver who enjoys building relationships with repeat customers and takes pride in your work, we encourage you to apply.

The role of the PM is to successfully manage and oversee execution of assigned projects. The PM is responsible for ensuring that all contracted work is executed in accordance with the Company s policies, including contract documents, budget, schedule, safety, quality control and customer satisfaction. The PM is responsible for managing all subcontractors / suppliers on each project while also directing the Superintendent. Ultimately, the PM is responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business. This is a salaried, exempt, full-time position that is based in Snohomish, Wash.

Minimum Qualifications Include:

5 years of experience as a commercial construction Project Manager

Experience developing project specific budgets and schedules

Able to interpret blueprints, specifications, inspection reports, etc.

Significant knowledge of construction methods

Able to manage subcontractors and vendors

Able to negotiate and track change orders with both owners and subcontractors

Strong knowledge of Office suite programs, especially Excel and Projects

Able to manage multiple projects and tasks at a time

Able to direct Superintendent to ensure accurate completion of project scope

Able to meet sensitive timelines

Possess valid Washington State Driver s License, good driving history and dependable transportation to visit project sites

Able to travel to job-sites in state

Preferred qualifications:

Experience managing commercial, multifamily and/or tilt concrete construction

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Ability to think and react quickly under pressure

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Ability to deal with unforeseen challenges and variety of personality types

High level of customer service

We offer excellent wages, benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401K), opportunity for growth and a good working environment. Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace (screening upon hire and random; complaint with Federal Law). No phone calls.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Snohomish, WA 98290: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Project: 1 year Location: One location

Example 3

About the Opportunity:

The Construction Project Manager position provides managerial oversight to various construction projects, or a series of construction projects, for Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Additional responsibilities include Facility Assets Management by aiding the local Maintenance Director of each Skilled Nursing Facility for various facility management related projects.

This position is responsible for the overall direction, administration, completion, and financial outcome of construction projects. Oversees, directs, and manages the general contractors and contracted consultants responsible for developing project scope, budget, and schedule, to establish operational priorities for each Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location: Northern California Market

Essential Functions:

  • Identify capital expenditures, develop scope requirements, estimating budget requirements, contracting of work and timely completion of all projects within budget
  • Visit properties and develop asset plans to understand existing conditions, inspect work progress or validate completed project against company standards
  • Ensure that the construction assumptions, project risks and alternate actions are recommended to maintain schedules and budgets
  • Reviews all drawings and make sure they conform to State and Federal regulations
  • Develop schedules and maintains targeted completion dates.
  • Identify and assigning General Contractors and negotiate, recommend, and approve contracts with GC s
  • Ensure that coordination and regular communication of overall project occurs between facility Leaders and various key stake holders to minimize project delays and/or budget challenges.
  • Provide emergency response to ensure success and safety to the staff and residents.
  • Perform due diligence for acquisitions and redevelopments

Qualifications:

  • HCAI experience is a plus
  • Degree in Project or Construction Management or 1+ years of experience in Construction or Facilities Project Management required
  • Demonstrated experience with performing on site assessments, budget estimates, and successfully management of project cost information
  • Ability to develop scopes of work, Request for Proposals (RFP s), select vendors and monitor projects
  • Experience directly managing vendors, ensuring accuracy and quality of finished project and validate invoicing
  • Strong computer skills (MS Suite office programs including Word & Excel)
  • Experience interfacing with cross-functional internal stakeholders within a multi-department environment
  • Frequent travel by car and/or plane is required

About Us:

Ensign Services, Inc. ( ESI ) is a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc., whose affiliated entities are considered national leaders in the fast-growing post-acute care industry. ESI provides service and support to over 260 facilities in the long-term care continuum that employ more than 30,000 workers.

ESI is known as the Service Center and provides the facilities and leaders it serves with back-office support in areas such as accounting, construction, compliance, human resources, information technology, learning and development, legal and risk management, and recruiting. This structure allows the onsite leaders and caregivers to focus on day-to-day care and operational issues in their individual operations. What sets ESI apart from other companies is the quality of our most valuable resource - our people.

We take our core values of Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership ( Caplico ) seriously. We want an individual in this role who will demonstrate these values through actions and words.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Location: On the road

Example 4

Job Title: Project Manager - River View Construction - Residential

About Us: River View Companies - Construction and Development team is a premier construction company committed to delivering exceptional quality and service. We specialize in both commercial and residential construction projects, and are part of River View Companies, a vertically integrated Commercial Real Estate (CRE) firm. We pride ourselves on our meticulous attention to detail, unwavering commitment to excellence, and world-class customer service.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Residential Construction Project Manager to join our team. The Residential Project Manager will play a critical role in visiting customer homes, creating detailed es, and managing projects from inception to completion, all while providing exceptional customer service. This position reports directly to the President of Construction and Development. This position consist of heavy driving to customer and project locations for estimates and project supervision.

Responsibilities:
  • Customer Engagement: Visit customer homes to assess project requirements, offer personalized service, and develop strong customer relationships.
  • Quoting and Budgeting: Create accurate and detailed project es in collaboration with the President of Construction, ensuring alignment with customer needs and budget constraints.
  • Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful project execution.
  • Sales Process Execution: Follow River View’s standard sales process to streamline project initiation.
  • Coordination and Oversight: Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to schedule and manage project tasks and deliverables.
  • Progress Monitoring: Track project progress, identify potential risks or issues, and implement corrective actions to ensure project milestones are achieved.
  • Customer Communication: Maintain regular communication with customers to provide updates, address concerns, and ensure overall satisfaction.
  • Documentation Management: Keep organized project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and invoices.
  • Customer Support: Offer ongoing support throughout the project lifecycle, including post-project follow-up and warranty services.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe and productive work environment.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  • Proven experience in project management within the residential construction industry.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and effectively communicate project details and expectations to customers.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in project management software and the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction processes, materials, and building codes.
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record to use company vehicle.

Why Join Us: At River View Construction, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can make a meaningful impact and advance your career. As part of River View Companies, you will be joining a vertically integrated CRE firm with diverse opportunities in both commercial and residential construction. Join our team and be part of a company dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects and exceeding customer expectations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,206.50 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Experience level:
  • 5 years
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed



Experience:
  • Project management: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
  • Crofton, MD (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:
  • Crofton, MD: Relocate before starting work Location: In person

Example 5

We are looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. You will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner. An excellent Construction Project Manager must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind and great organizational skills. The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget.

Responsibilities
  • Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
  • Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities
  • Determine needed resources (staff, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
  • Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
  • Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities
  • Supervise the work of laborers, mechanics etc. and give them guidance when needed
  • Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports

Skills
  • In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
  • Good knowledge of MS Office
  • Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • A team player with leadership abilities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $31,000.00 per year

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay

Experience:
  • Project management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
  • Driver's License Location: Multiple Locations

Example 6

Project Manager Position

Accomplish project objectives by planning, scheduling, and executing project activities throughout each phase to completion.

Job Duties:

Manages all aspects of assigned project from pre construction to completion, including but not limited to:

Managing client communications, updates, relationships and expectations

Communicating project timelines, schedules, and overall expectations to the internal team

Plan out work schedules, manage and monitor progress against the projected plan

Meeting project financial objectives by the following:

Adhering to the design, scope of work, material selections and overall budgets

Manage contract scope of work, identify and manage adjusted work orders with clients

Develop and manage lower cost alternatives with materials and construction technique

Manage and collect milestone draw invoices per contract terms

Management of subcontractors

Ensure quality of subcontractor work and installation per scope of work/construction documents/

Review and approval of sub labor purchase orders and invoices match against existing purchase orders.

Manage craftsmen labor assigned to each project

Ensuring job site is clean to Atkinson constructions standards DAILY

Ensuring job site is safe according to enclosure standards and customer safety expectations DAILY.

Skills and Qualifications

Experience in management, staffing, process and procedural improvements, budget tracking and monitoring, working knowledge of AIA schedule of values, planning and performance management, and excellent verbal communication skills

Customer Service experience and knowledge is a must

Willingness to always communicate with clients and internal teams even when it's bad news

Clean driving record

Bilingual experience is a preference but not a requirement

Education and Experience

Two years experience in construction and or pool related fields.

High School Diploma, Associates degree or bachelors degree

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,471.00 - $113,798.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay

Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:
  • Project management: 1 year Location: One location

Example 7

Position: Construction Project Manager Tenant Improvement
Location: Los Angeles, CA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Top Three Skills Must Have:
Communication, Estimating, Budgeting, and Managing projects.

Requirements:

At least 7+ years of Project Management Tenant Improvement Projects in Commercial Construction.
Have Tenant Improvement construction experience in the Los Angeles area.
Understanding of Microsoft Excel and Project.

Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package to our full-time employees.
These benefits include: Medical, 401(k), Dental and Vision are offered, but are self-paid.
Flexible spending plan account offered (health FSA). Additionally, we offer 10 days of vacation, 11 paid holidays, and 5 sick days per year.

Job Description:
Prepare Budgets/Estimating/Proposals.
Assists in all facets of Contract Negotiations.
Must be familiar with Contract Documents, Drawings, Specifications, Addendums, etc.
Project Buyouts: Carefully analyze subcontractor proposals, issue contracts.
Submittals: Coordinate/supervise with Project Engineer.
Prepare and issue change orders.
Interfacing with the superintendent to coordinate subcontractors and suppliers.
Coordination and interfacing with Superintendent to deal with day-to-day obstacles.
Day-to-day public relations with Architect/Engineer/Tenant/Client.
Maintenance of job-related documentation.
Track costs and cash flow management throughout the project.
Coordination/direction of Project Engineers as part of the project team.
Close Out of Project: Oversee distribution of close-out material, facilitate prompt punch list final sign-off, completion, and resolution of all contract paperwork for final acceptance by the client.
Maintain viable relationships with existing clients as well as the marketing of new business through these developed relationships.
Hands-on familiarization with the project site visitations and meetings.
Conduct project meetings and prepare weekly meeting minutes.
Inventory control
Provide monthly progress billing information to account for prompt monthly invoicing.

Skills/Qualifications:
Supervision, Quality Management, Project Cost Controls, and Managing Profitability, Delegation, ADA Requirements, Attention to Detail, Quality Focus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Yes

Application Question(s):
  • Years of experience as a Construction Project Manager Tenant Improvement:
  • Years of experience in Estimating:
  • Years of experience in Budgeting and Managing projects:

Education:
  • High school or equivalent Location: One location

Example 8

Norhart is driven by a simple purpose, to create a better way to live through the apartments we build and manage. To fulfill that purpose, we need a fantastic team. We are fighting to be the best in the world at what we do. The only way we can do that is by employing the very best talent. We have a new opening for an Construction Pre-Fab Industrial Engineer with a strong background in Construction.

Responsibilities:

  • Research, develop, and implement new processes and equipment, initially focusing on prefabricated sub-assemblies for multiple trades in multi-family construction.
  • Investigate root cause and provide leadership to resolve production issues.
  • Promote Lean culture by working with other departments to improve efficiency, cost, and safety.
  • Advance continuous improvement by recommending methods for improving efficiency and reducing waste, such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and/or the purchase of equipment.
  • Work with all trade crews to create standard work documents.
  • Create spreadsheets, and other tools to standardize processes and improve efficiencies.
  • Participation in and leading of Lean and Value Engineering events.
  • Participate in weekly meetings to provide expertise on opportunities for improvement.
  • Quality control, including responding to inquiries to resolve quality issues.
  • Maintain a good understanding of inventory and logistics.
  • Identify and quantify constraints within the distribution centers and implement process improvements and technological upgrades to alleviate those constraints.
Norhart'S Mission, Purpose, & Values:
Mission: Building and leasing quality apartments
Purpose: Creating a better way to live
Values: A great team is made up of great people. In our company these people exhibit 5 key values. These values are a way of life for everyone who works here. From our top-level managers to entry level employees these values are lived out every day. We hire and promote based on these characteristics. To be successful here you too must embody these values.
  • Tireless Pursuit of Results: Tireless pursuit of results means that you have an internal drive to continue to push forward no matter the obstacles. It means sometimes staying late to ensure a job gets done. It means pushing a little harder to ensure quality standards are met. It means pouring your heart into ensuring something gets done.
  • Respectful: Being respectful means that customers and employees work well with you even in difficult situations. It's about being a good team player. It includes being fully and painfully honest about work related issues in a consistent way. It's recognizing that you are part of a team and sometimes you will win your point and sometimes you won't. It's about building a professional friendship.
  • Can-do Attitude: Can do attitude is about believing in yourself and your team to get the job done. There is a delicate balance between having optimism for the future and being realistic about your goals. A person with a can-do attitude is realistically optimistic and positive about what can and will be done.
  • Grow or Die: Grow or Die means to have a spirit dedicated to consistently getting better at your job. Finding ways, even small ways, of producing a higher quality or efficiency. Having a drive to learn more about your field from a variety of resources. Exhibiting the will to never give up on improving yourself.
  • Reliable: The heart of reliability means to deliver on your promises. These promises include being on time every day. It means consistently delivering on the goals and milestones set for you. It means having a system to not forget any, even small, aspects of your job.
Required Skills:
  • The ability to collaborate with all levels of the organization to identify best practices and solutions.
  • The ability to read and understand blueprints.
  • Understand construction sequencing and constructability of multi-family buildings.
  • Knowledge of MN building codes.
  • Knowledge of Lean principals and tools.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Proficient at managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Desire and ability to train others.
  • Microsoft Word & Excel.
  • Revu BlueBeam.
Preferred Skills:
  • Revit
  • AutoCad
  • Struct Soft
Benefits
  • Fantastic Health Care Plan offering a $0 monthly premium for coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Plan with company match up to 3% (Simple IRA)
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holidays)
  • Volunteer Time Off (16 hours per year of paid time off to volunteer at your favorite charity)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Parental Leave
  • Training & Development
  • Career Advancement Type: Full-time
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What does a 196611406project manager17.39construction project manager9.23construction8.89assistant project manager4.37project coordinator4.283272895652630000.0097972.84203000.00YEARLY4171193882025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Construction Project Manager do?

Construction Project Managers work in a managerial role for a company hiring and delegating tasks to subcontractors to work on certain construction projects. They work with clients to understand their construction goals and needs, then build a schedule for their crew to follow. Construction Project Managers oversee the entire construction process and ensure everything runs smoothly for the project to be successful.

To support this, some of their responsibilities include taking inventory of the workers’ equipment and tools, updating clients and stakeholders on the construction status, conducting regular site checks to review the workers’ progress and ensure they’re following proper safety standards.

Construction Project Manager skills and qualifications

The following are important skills that the 196611406project manager17.39construction project manager9.23construction8.89assistant project manager4.37project coordinator4.283272895652630000.0097972.84203000.00YEARLY4171193882025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05construction project manager should have to be considered for this position:

  • Constant contact with people like the public, inspectors and owners requires great customer service skills who listen and speak in a clear and concise manner so that goals are met
  • Leadership skills are needed in a managerial role because they will be in charge of delegating tasks to workers, subcontractors and other lower-level managers
  • Communication skills are important to give clear orders and process complex information to then delegate to others in a simpler manner
  • Time management skills are needed because, in construction, you have to meet deadlines. Each part of the construction project has to be done at a certain time so that everything runs smoothly
  • Writing proposals and budget plans, along with documentation of the project to the client is an important aspect
  • Technical skills to interpret construction methods, contracts and drawings of the project

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The average salary of a construction project manager is $85,823 per year in the United States. The lowest salary is about $24,000 and the highest is about $183,000. These are the ranges that a construction project manager can expect to make.

Construction Project Manager education and training requirements

Certification is valuable in the construction industry because it shows the person is specialized in a certain area, and some states do require a license from a construction manager. The American Institute of Constructors and Construction Management Association of America awards certifications.

Some construction managers are hired to work under a more experienced manager to learn within the company. Many businesses also look to hire 196611406project manager17.39construction project manager9.23construction8.89assistant project manager4.37project coordinator4.283272895652630000.0097972.84203000.00YEARLY4171193882025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05construction project managers with a bachelor’s in construction science, construction management, engineering or architecture. Some construction project managers who oversee smaller projects combine years of work experience with an associate degree.

Construction Project Manager experience requirements

A practical, real-life construction management experience is required from potential candidates because you won’t have to use resources for on-the-job training, especially since this is a manager position. Opportunities such as internships, on-hands education and/or previous construction work are keys to look for in a resume. Construction managers first gain years of experience in the construction specialties like carpentry and masonry before applying for managerial positions.

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