Construction Manager Jobs in Texas
Construction Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial development, energy infrastructure, industrial facilities, and large-scale public works, with openings from entry-level project coordinator roles through senior and executive positions. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin generate the highest volume of hiring, with established employers like Turner Construction, Fluor Corporation, and D.R. Horton consistently recruiting construction managers across the state. The most in-demand specialties are oil and gas facility construction, multifamily residential development, and commercial tenant improvement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Project Manager position is a critical role for the company. This individual will be responsible for planning, directing, or coordinating activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. He or she will participate in the conceptual development of a construction project or customer account to oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. This individual must have the ability to support field personnel in their relationships with other subcontractors and to resolve field problems as they arise. This individual maintains full financial responsibilities of the project and must understand construction financial and accounting practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Drive the project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion.
- Obtain contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover. Attend walk-throughs.
- Ensure all project document control is completed efficiently by project team, including but not limited to, insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, billing, RFI’s, change orders, correspondence, etc.
- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
- Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
- Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
- Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, environmental regulations, or other regulations.
- Select subs and equipment suppliers with input from engineering, estimating and purchasing as required.
- Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.
- Create schedule of values, or billing format as required by the contract documents.
- Create project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements. Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as required. Understand notice requirements.
- Keep LV group estimating and manpower spreadsheets current each week.
- Request POs for major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements and anticipating delivery dates. (Request proper delivery notice at that time.)
- Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foreman.
- Host and attend all necessary meetings with both internal and external entities to review scheduling and delivery, work plans, job progress, manpower, and solutions to setbacks.
- Support accounting department in monthly billings, CTCs, and collections. Follow up on outstanding balances.
- Collaborate with foreman regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through.)
- Gather information for changes in work and turnover to estimating for pricing. P.M. will finalize C.O. pricing after estimating completes takeoff and attempt to maximize profit on C.O.s. Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice to proceed.
- Oversee and direct final closeouts of projects.
- Oversee and direct the upkeep of test reports and as-builts from field; request CAD from engineering.
- Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Division Manager / Project Executive with recommendation for resolution.
- Maintain customer relations.
- Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
- Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.
PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years of Electrical Project Management experience
- Experience managing commercial, industrial, and/or healthcare construction projects
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Understanding of construction schedules and project coordination
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor of Science with an engineering or construction management focus preferred; Master’s in related field is a plus.
- Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other low voltage, technical, or construction programs.
- Familiarity with project management/document control software.
- Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.
- Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values.
- Must effectively handle stressful situations;
- Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
- Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
- Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
- Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.
While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
We also offer career paths for employees who want to improve or expand their skills and knowledge, including a degree assistance program, and self-directed or instructor-led training options.
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Construction Manager Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited21

- SpaceX14

- ARCO Companies12A
- Pogue Construction12

- Tesla11

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Chemicals & Materials6
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Technology & Software2
- Manufacturing1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction manager jobs across Texas.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred by most Texas employers
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field
- PMP or CCM credential valued for project leadership and public-sector Texas roles
- Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software platforms
- Proven ability to oversee subcontractors and manage construction schedules on Texas job sites
- Experience reading and interpreting commercial or industrial construction drawings and specifications
Construction Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction manager in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license specifically for construction managers, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture. Gaining field experience as an assistant project manager or superintendent is the standard path. The OSHA 30-Hour Construction credential and certifications like the Certified Construction Manager from the Construction Management Association of America strengthen your candidacy considerably with Texas employers.
Which companies hire construction managers in Texas?
Employers hiring construction managers in Texas right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, SpaceX, and ARCO Companies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's mix of energy, commercial, and residential development means large general contractors, industrial builders, and national homebuilders all maintain consistent hiring pipelines across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most construction manager jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most construction manager openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its concentration of energy facility, industrial, and port infrastructure projects, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from commercial real estate and corporate campus development, and Austin's sustained population and tech-sector growth continues to fuel multifamily and mixed-use construction at a high rate.
Are there remote construction manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 32% of construction manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of construction management work. The portions most amenable to remote work are pre-construction planning, estimating, and owner-side program management roles where site presence is not required daily.
How can I get hired as a construction manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an assistant project manager or project engineer role with a large Texas general contractor. Companies like Turner Construction and Hensel Phelps recruit through university programs at Texas A&M, UT Austin, and Texas Tech, which have well-established construction science programs. Completing an OSHA 30-Hour course and internships before graduation gives candidates a clear edge. Adjacent roles in estimating or field supervision also open the door to management tracks.
Where can I find and apply to construction manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to construction manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across commercial, industrial, residential, and infrastructure sectors. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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