Construction Manager Jobs in New York

Construction Manager jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with strong and sustained demand across commercial real estate development, public infrastructure, and large-scale residential projects at every level from assistant project manager to senior construction executive. The heaviest hiring concentrates in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where employers like Turner Construction, AECOM, and Skanska maintain deep regional operations. The most sought-after specialties include commercial ground-up construction, transit and transportation infrastructure, and mixed-use urban development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles154+
Top employerPike Construction Services
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring53
Work type86% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Office Manager – Construction
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New 21h ago
Office Manager – Construction
Urbanizer
Great Neck, New York
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$60k - $70k/yr
Hybrid

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Carver Federal Savings Bank
Senior Commercial Relationship Manager-Construction Lending
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Carver Federal Savings Bank
New 23h ago
Senior Commercial Relationship Manager-Construction Lending
Carver Federal Savings Bank
New York, New York
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$150k - $200k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance

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OHLA USA
Quality Manager - Construction Sector
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OHLA USA
Added 1d ago
Quality Manager - Construction Sector
OHLA USA
East Elmhurst, New York
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$110k - $150k/yr
Bachelor of Science

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Project Manager - Commercial Construction
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Project Manager - Commercial Construction
Suplex Properties, LLC
Rochester, New York
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$70k - $80k/yr
Hybrid

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MDG Design and Construction
Construction Project Manager
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MDG Design and Construction
Added 3d ago
Construction Project Manager
MDG Design and Construction
Watervliet, New York
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$95k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Construction Manager Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Brooklyn
10 jobs
Queens
9 jobs
Rochester
9 jobs
Syracuse
6 jobs
Albany
5 jobs
Armonk
4 jobs
Buffalo
3 jobs
Wappingers Falls
3 jobs

Construction Manager Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Pike Construction Services
Pike Construction Services5 open roles
New York City Department of Environmental Protection
New York City Department of Environmental Protection4 open roles
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MACC3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction manager jobs across New York.

  • Active New York State licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect credential often required for senior roles
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture from an accredited program
  • Project Management Professional or Certified Construction Manager credential strongly preferred by major employers
  • Five or more years of experience managing commercial, infrastructure, or multi-family construction projects
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee subcontractors, manage project budgets, and meet New York building code requirements
  • Proficiency in construction management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Autodesk Build

Construction Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction manager in New York?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then accumulating field experience on New York projects where local building codes and union labor practices apply. New York State does not issue a dedicated construction manager license, but many employers require candidates to hold a Professional Engineer registration through the New York State Education Department or to pursue the Certified Construction Manager designation through the Construction Management Association of America.

Which companies hire construction managers in New York?

Employers hiring construction managers in New York right now include Pike Construction Services, New York City Department of Environmental Protection, and MACC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's scale of public infrastructure spending, driven by agencies like the MTA and Port Authority, means government contractors and large integrated construction firms maintain some of the most consistent hiring pipelines in the state.

Which New York cities have the most construction manager jobs?

New York, Brooklyn, and Queens have the most construction manager openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its volume of commercial, transit, and high-rise residential development, while Buffalo and Albany reflect steady public infrastructure investment and regional economic development projects that anchor hiring outside the metro.

Are there remote construction manager jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction management is fundamentally a site-based role, and most New York employers expect regular on-site presence to oversee subcontractors, inspections, and schedules. About 14% of construction manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve preconstruction planning, estimating, or program-level oversight rather than active field supervision.

How can I get hired as a construction manager in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for an assistant project manager or project engineer role at a large New York general contractor, where structured mentorship and exposure to live projects build the experience required for promotion. Firms like Turner Construction and AECOM run new-graduate programs in New York that onboard candidates into support roles. Completing a degree from a New York institution with an ACCE-accredited construction management program and earning an OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification strengthens an early-career application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to construction manager jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to construction manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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