Construction Project Lead Jobs in Nevada

Construction Project Lead jobs in Nevada are concentrated in Las Vegas, Henderson, and Reno, where sustained commercial development, resort expansion, and infrastructure investment keep demand active across residential, hospitality, and civil sectors. Large general contractors and developers with a lasting Nevada footprint, including Whiting-Turner, McCarthy Building Companies, and AECOM, consistently hire at the project lead level for ground-up commercial builds, renovation programs, and public works. Demand is strongest for leads experienced in tenant improvement, concrete and structural work, and large-scale hospitality construction. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top employerJLL
Top cityLas Vegas, NV
Cities hiring8
Work type78% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Bluetree Dental
Facilities & Construction Project Coordinator
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Bluetree Dental
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Facilities & Construction Project Coordinator
Bluetree Dental
Reno, Nevada
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Bombard Electric
Electrical Construction Project Manager
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Bombard Electric
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Electrical Construction Project Manager
Bombard Electric
Las Vegas, Nevada
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
201-500

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Senior Project Manager - Hospitality Construction
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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
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Senior Project Manager - Hospitality Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Las Vegas, Nevada
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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WHSmith
Construction Project Manager
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WHSmith
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Construction Project Manager
WHSmith
Las Vegas, Nevada
Customer Success
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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SOCOTEC Group
Staff Engineer/Assistant Project Manager-Construction Materials Testing
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SOCOTEC Group
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Staff Engineer/Assistant Project Manager-Construction Materials Testing
SOCOTEC Group
Las Vegas, Nevada
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Construction Project Lead Jobs by City in Nevada

Where Nevada roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Las Vegas
24 jobs
Reno
7 jobs
Sparks
3 jobs
Henderson
2 jobs
Silver Peak
2 jobs
Harry Reid International Airport
2 jobs
Minden
1 job
N Las Vegas
1 job

Construction Project Lead Job Market in Nevada

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

Who's Hiring

  • JLL
    JLL2
  • Tesla
    Tesla2
  • Albemarle
    Albemarle2
  • TensorWave
    TensorWave2
  • E
    Energy Project Solutions2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing4
  • Construction & Real Estate4
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Chemicals & Materials2
  • Hospitality & Tourism2

What Nevada Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction project lead jobs across Nevada.

  • Nevada contractor license or ability to obtain licensure through the Nevada State Contractors Board
  • Minimum five years of construction field experience with project oversight responsibilities
  • Proven ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and budgets on commercial or civil projects
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Buildertrend, or similar platforms
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred by most Nevada employers
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating owners, architects, and field crews

Construction Project Lead Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction project lead in Nevada?

Most construction project leads in Nevada move up from field roles such as superintendent, foreman, or project coordinator after building hands-on site experience. While the project lead title itself does not require a personal state license, leads working for licensed contractors should understand the Nevada State Contractors Board licensing structure, as many employers require leads to hold or pursue a Nevada contractor license. A degree in construction management or civil engineering strengthens candidacy, though demonstrated field experience carries significant weight with Nevada employers.

Which companies hire construction project leads in Nevada?

Nevada construction project lead roles are posted by JLL, Tesla, and Albemarle and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Nevada's sustained resort, mixed-use, and infrastructure pipeline means established general contractors and specialty subcontractors alike maintain ongoing hiring at the project lead level.

Which Nevada cities have the most construction project lead jobs?

Las Vegas, Reno, and Sparks account for the most construction project lead openings in Nevada right now. Las Vegas and Henderson dominate because of the region's concentrated hospitality, commercial, and multifamily development activity, while Reno's industrial and logistics growth, anchored by major distribution and manufacturing campuses in the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, drives consistent demand in northern Nevada.

Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Nevada?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction project lead work is fundamentally site-based, requiring daily coordination of crews, subcontractors, and inspections in person. About 22% of construction project lead openings tied to Nevada are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how limited off-site flexibility is in this role. The portions of the job most compatible with remote work include scheduling, submittal review, RFI management, and owner reporting.

How can I get hired as a construction project lead in Nevada with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a project coordinator or assistant superintendent role with a mid-size Nevada general contractor, then building field accountability over time. Large contractors operating in the Las Vegas metro, including those serving the resort corridor and public infrastructure sector, often hire project engineers and field coordinators as structured on-ramps to project lead positions. Earning an OSHA 30 certification and completing a construction management degree or certificate through Nevada System of Higher Education programs strengthens applications from candidates without years of direct lead experience.

Where can I find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Nevada?

You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Nevada on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nevada openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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