Construction Project Lead Jobs in San Jose, CA

Construction Project Lead jobs in San Jose are concentrated in the Downtown core, North San Jose, and the Alviso industrial corridor, driven by large-scale commercial development, infrastructure upgrades, and tech campus construction. Employers actively hiring include HITT Contracting, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles345+
Top employerHITT Contracting
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in construction management
Companies hiring11

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Project Manager - Workspace Construction
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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
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Project Manager - Workspace Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
San Jose, California
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$115k - $130k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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Kleinfelder
Construction Materials Testing Project Manager
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Kleinfelder
Added 5d ago
Construction Materials Testing Project Manager
Kleinfelder
San Jose, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$76k - $127k/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
Project Manager- Construction Technologies
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ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
Added 1w ago
Project Manager- Construction Technologies
ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
San Jose, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$84k - $111k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
Senior Project Manager, Construction Technologies
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ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
Added 1w ago
Senior Project Manager, Construction Technologies
ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
San Jose, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Specialized Engineering
$107k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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TGG Accounting
Commercial Construction Project Manager
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TGG Accounting
Added 1w ago
Commercial Construction Project Manager
TGG Accounting
San Jose, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$130k - $200k/yr
51-200

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Construction Project Lead Job Market in San Jose

Who's Hiring

  • HITT Contracting
    HITT Contracting104
  • Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
    Turner & Townsend Pty Limited52
  • ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS
    ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS35
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    D&D Home Remodeling35
  • EMCOR
    EMCOR17

Construction Project Lead Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a construction project lead job in San Jose?

Focus your search on San Jose's commercial development, public infrastructure, and tech campus construction sectors, where demand for project leads is strongest. General contractors and specialty subcontractors working in North San Jose, the Caltrain corridor, and Downtown are the most active hirers. Candidates with experience managing ground-up commercial builds, municipal projects, or tenant improvement work have a clear edge in this market.

Which companies hire construction project leads in San Jose?

San Jose construction project lead roles are posted by HITT Contracting, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The local market includes a mix of regional general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and public agencies overseeing large civic and transit infrastructure projects throughout Santa Clara County.

Are there remote construction project lead jobs in San Jose?

Yes, though the role is largely site-dependent and remote work is limited for most hands-on project lead positions. About 0% of construction project lead openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, typically covering administrative, preconstruction, or owner-side program management functions. Roles at tech company owner-representative firms in San Jose tend to offer the most scheduling flexibility.

How can I get a construction project lead job in San Jose with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in San Jose is starting as a project coordinator or field engineer with a regional general contractor working on commercial or civic projects. Firms managing Caltrain electrification, VTA infrastructure work, or large mixed-use developments in Downtown regularly bring on junior project staff. Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management software and a degree in construction management or civil engineering strengthens applications significantly.

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