Construction Project Lead Jobs in Minnesota
Construction Project Lead jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and residential development, with demand at every level from field supervisor to senior project lead managing multi-site builds. The Twin Cities metro, Duluth, and Rochester account for the largest share of openings, where established contractors and developers like Mortenson Construction, Ryan Companies, and Kraus-Anderson maintain active hiring pipelines. Healthcare campus expansions, transportation infrastructure, and mixed-use development across the metro region drive steady demand for leads with ground-up and renovation experience. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full time Construction Senior Project Manager for our Facilities planning department in St. Paul, MN. Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Position Summary
The individual in this position coordinates and manages the planning and completion of assigned construction and maintenance projects, and is the primary contact for planning-stage estimates. Coordinates project development, design, specifications, bid process, contract administration, quality control, financial management, and technical documentation.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Reports to a department manager or unit supervisor.
May exercise supervision over lower-level staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related field.
Eight (8) years of experience in either educational, institutional, or commercial construction, or a closely related field.
Experience in developing multi-million dollar facilities planning projects and project documents.
Experience/success in managing to scope, schedule, and budget for mid- to large- complex construction projects preferred.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional
Minnesota Driver's License may be required.
Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials required for a specific position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans,
- Knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques used in infrastructure projects for school
- Knowledge of federal and state safety rules and regulations, including those of the Occupational
- Knowledge of current construction trends and alternative construction approaches.
- Communication skills for engagement.
- Detail and process organization skills.
- Skill in utilizing computer systems in the performance of job responsibilities.
- Skill in data management, recordkeeping, research, analysis, and reporting.
- Skill in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, designs, estimates, plans,
- Skill in analyzing problems, resolving disputes, and developing effective solutions.
- Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to gather data and report to the team and management.
- Ability to anticipate or identify problems, resolve issues, and develop solutions.
- Ability to assess qualifications and capabilities of contractors.
- Ability to ask questions and analyze answers whenever necessary to understand and identify
Responsibilities
The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
Project Management
- Participates in the support and updating of the Facilities Master Plan as requested.
- Maintains a Facility Condition Assessment database for the district to prioritize future projects.
- Assists others in the department with estimates and scopes of projects, both with internal resources and external consultants.
- Develops complex project cost estimates and feasibility analyses.
- Interfaces with, and uses, accounting, procurement, and project management software.
- Communicates orally and in writing with peers, building staff, administration, parents, and community members related to project design and construction.
- Plans and manages assigned construction and deferred maintenance projects from design through completion, according to project timelines, budgets, and state and federal regulations.
- Works with the assigned team for each project to make appropriate project decisions to maintain project control within scope of authority.
- Identifies events that could alter the scope, budget, and schedule of the project and develops contingency plans for meeting objectives. Analyzes, compares, and evaluates various courses of action and make independent decisions under the general direction of the department manager on matters of significance within the scope of position responsibilities
- Examines plans and specifications for district buildings prepared by external consultants and
- contractors and propose changes as required to ensure projects are implemented using the most suitable project delivery methods and best practices consistent with SPPS standards, or industry best practices.
- Leads the monitoring of project work sites, evaluates project status and documentation, and assures the projects meet job specifications, budget, schedule, quality, and productivity goals.
- Observes the construction of district buildings.
- Meets regularly with the project team to identify progress and problems that may arise. Establishes plans to deal with any issues that come up.
Contract Management
Manages contracts, identifies technical issues and monitors project activities for compliance with state and federal regulations and standards, and Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) policies, goals, and objectives.
Identifies the need for external consultants and contractors. In consultation with the department manager, negotiates contracts with the same. Monitors and evaluates performance of consultants and contractors.
Evaluates, negotiates, and resolves contract and technical issues for assigned projects.
Inclusive Workplace and Community Engagement
- Contributes to the Districts Strong Schools, Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.
- Fosters positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders through transparent communication, responsiveness, and inclusive engagement practices.
Performs other related job duties as assigned by supervisor.
Physical/Mental Demands
The physical and mental demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
- The work is sedentary with frequent use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment and requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another.
- Ability to conduct site visits and construction observations, including walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs or ladders, and navigating active construction areas while adhering to safety requirements.
- Manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers.
- May require the ability to lift, carry, or move materials, plans, or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Requires occasional travel to District facilities, construction sites, meetings, and off-site locations.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
- Hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas and have close visual acuity.
- Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
- Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
- Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
- Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
- Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Mental Requirements
- Mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes
- Requires sustained attention to detail and the ability to concentrate for extended periods while reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, budgets, and technical documents.
- Requires the ability to analyze complex technical, financial, and regulatory information and make sound judgments and decisions.
- Requires the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Requires the ability to respond effectively to changing conditions, unexpected challenges, and time-sensitive issues related to construction and project delivery.
- Requires strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and facilitate consensus.
- Requires the ability to communicate complex information clearly and professionally to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Working Conditions
Physical/Mental Demands
The work is sedentary to light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas and have close visual acuity. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Working Conditions
General office setting; frequent interruptions and many deadlines to meet.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
This is a 12 month position working 40 hours per week.
How to Apply
To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.
The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.
To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.
This posting will remain open until 11:59pm on Wednesday November 4th.
Other Information
Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.
Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.
Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.
Regular and reliable attendance.
May be exposed to various cleaning products.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Equity Statement
SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.
General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION
Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full time Construction Senior Project Manager for our Facilities planning department in St. Paul, MN. Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Position Summary
The individual in this position coordinates and manages the planning and completion of assigned construction and maintenance projects, and is the primary contact for planning-stage estimates. Coordinates project development, design, specifications, bid process, contract administration, quality control, financial management, and technical documentation.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Reports to a department manager or unit supervisor.
May exercise supervision over lower-level staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related field.
Eight (8) years of experience in either educational, institutional, or commercial construction, or a closely related field.
Experience in developing multi-million dollar facilities planning projects and project documents.
Experience/success in managing to scope, schedule, and budget for mid- to large- complex construction projects preferred.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional
Minnesota Driver's License may be required.
Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials required for a specific position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans,
- Knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques used in infrastructure projects for school
- Knowledge of federal and state safety rules and regulations, including those of the Occupational
- Knowledge of current construction trends and alternative construction approaches.
- Communication skills for engagement.
- Detail and process organization skills.
- Skill in utilizing computer systems in the performance of job responsibilities.
- Skill in data management, recordkeeping, research, analysis, and reporting.
- Skill in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, designs, estimates, plans,
- Skill in analyzing problems, resolving disputes, and developing effective solutions.
- Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to gather data and report to the team and management.
- Ability to anticipate or identify problems, resolve issues, and develop solutions.
- Ability to assess qualifications and capabilities of contractors.
- Ability to ask questions and analyze answers whenever necessary to understand and identify
Responsibilities
The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
Project Management
- Participates in the support and updating of the Facilities Master Plan as requested.
- Maintains a Facility Condition Assessment database for the district to prioritize future projects.
- Assists others in the department with estimates and scopes of projects, both with internal resources and external consultants.
- Develops complex project cost estimates and feasibility analyses.
- Interfaces with, and uses, accounting, procurement, and project management software.
- Communicates orally and in writing with peers, building staff, administration, parents, and community members related to project design and construction.
- Plans and manages assigned construction and deferred maintenance projects from design through completion, according to project timelines, budgets, and state and federal regulations.
- Works with the assigned team for each project to make appropriate project decisions to maintain project control within scope of authority.
- Identifies events that could alter the scope, budget, and schedule of the project and develops contingency plans for meeting objectives. Analyzes, compares, and evaluates various courses of action and make independent decisions under the general direction of the department manager on matters of significance within the scope of position responsibilities
- Examines plans and specifications for district buildings prepared by external consultants and
- contractors and propose changes as required to ensure projects are implemented using the most suitable project delivery methods and best practices consistent with SPPS standards, or industry best practices.
- Leads the monitoring of project work sites, evaluates project status and documentation, and assures the projects meet job specifications, budget, schedule, quality, and productivity goals.
- Observes the construction of district buildings.
- Meets regularly with the project team to identify progress and problems that may arise. Establishes plans to deal with any issues that come up.
Contract Management
Manages contracts, identifies technical issues and monitors project activities for compliance with state and federal regulations and standards, and Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) policies, goals, and objectives.
Identifies the need for external consultants and contractors. In consultation with the department manager, negotiates contracts with the same. Monitors and evaluates performance of consultants and contractors.
Evaluates, negotiates, and resolves contract and technical issues for assigned projects.
Inclusive Workplace and Community Engagement
- Contributes to the Districts Strong Schools, Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.
- Fosters positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders through transparent communication, responsiveness, and inclusive engagement practices.
Performs other related job duties as assigned by supervisor.
Physical/Mental Demands
The physical and mental demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
- The work is sedentary with frequent use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment and requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another.
- Ability to conduct site visits and construction observations, including walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs or ladders, and navigating active construction areas while adhering to safety requirements.
- Manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers.
- May require the ability to lift, carry, or move materials, plans, or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Requires occasional travel to District facilities, construction sites, meetings, and off-site locations.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
- Hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas and have close visual acuity.
- Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
- Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
- Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
- Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
- Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
- Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Mental Requirements
- Mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes
- Requires sustained attention to detail and the ability to concentrate for extended periods while reviewing plans, specifications, schedules, budgets, and technical documents.
- Requires the ability to analyze complex technical, financial, and regulatory information and make sound judgments and decisions.
- Requires the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Requires the ability to respond effectively to changing conditions, unexpected challenges, and time-sensitive issues related to construction and project delivery.
- Requires strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and facilitate consensus.
- Requires the ability to communicate complex information clearly and professionally to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Working Conditions
Physical/Mental Demands
The work is sedentary to light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas and have close visual acuity. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Working Conditions
General office setting; frequent interruptions and many deadlines to meet.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
This is a 12 month position working 40 hours per week.
How to Apply
To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.
The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.
To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.
This posting will remain open until 11:59pm on Wednesday November 4th.
Other Information
Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.
Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.
Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.
Regular and reliable attendance.
May be exposed to various cleaning products.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Equity Statement
SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.
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Construction Project Lead Job Market in Minnesota
A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project lead jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota contractor license or recognized equivalency required for most project lead roles
- Five or more years of construction project management or field supervision experience
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors, schedules, and budgets on commercial projects
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Project
- OSHA 30-hour certification required or strongly preferred by most Minnesota general contractors
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred
Construction Project Lead Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project lead in Minnesota?
Most construction project leads in Minnesota start in field roles such as carpenter, superintendent, or project coordinator before moving into lead positions. Minnesota does not require a single state-issued project management license, but general contractors operating in the state must hold a Minnesota Residential Contractor or Commercial Contractor license through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. Candidates who pursue a Project Management Professional credential or a degree in construction management are consistently more competitive with Minnesota's major commercial builders.
Which companies hire construction project leads in Minnesota?
Employers hiring construction project leads in Minnesota right now include The Boldt Company, ARCO Companies, and ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's construction market is anchored by large general contractors and owners-representatives with ongoing commercial, healthcare, and infrastructure portfolios that generate consistent project lead openings throughout the year.
Which Minnesota cities have the most construction project lead jobs?
Minneapolis, Rochester, and Saint Paul have the most construction project lead openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the largest volume because of its concentration of commercial developers, healthcare systems, and large general contractors, while Duluth and Rochester produce steady openings through port infrastructure investment and Mayo Clinic's ongoing campus expansion programs respectively.
Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project leads are expected to be on-site to manage crews, subcontractors, and active builds, so fully remote arrangements are the exception rather than the rule. About 38% of construction project lead openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be preconstruction, estimating, or owner-representative functions where site presence is less continuous.
How can I get hired as a construction project lead in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as a project coordinator, field engineer, or assistant superintendent with a Minnesota general contractor that runs structured training programs. Firms like Mortenson Construction and Ryan Companies hire entry-level construction management graduates and move them into lead roles through internal development tracks. Completing an OSHA 30-hour course and earning a Project Management Professional credential early signals commitment and gives candidates a measurable edge when applying to mid-size commercial contractors across the Twin Cities.
Where can I find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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