Construction Project Lead Jobs in New York

Construction Project Lead jobs in New York are concentrated in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and mixed-use development keeps demand steady at every experience level from field supervisor to senior project lead. Major employers with an enduring presence across the state include Turner Construction, Skanska USA, and AECOM, all of which maintain active New York operations and hire across project types. The most sought-after specialties are urban vertical construction, transit and infrastructure rehabilitation, and commercial interior build-outs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles193+
Top employerPower Home Remodeling
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring68
Work type80% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Construction Project Manager, Corporate Interiors
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Construction Project Manager, Corporate Interiors
JLL
New York, New York
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$96k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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New York City Economic Development Corporation
Project Director, AM Design and Construction (NYC Groceries)
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Project Director, AM Design and Construction (NYC Groceries)
New York City Economic Development Corporation
New York, New York
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$100k - $103k/yr
Bachelor's degree in urban planning
201-500

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Project Manager, Retail Construction
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Project Manager, Retail Construction
JLL
New York, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Construction Inspector - NYSDOT Bridge Project
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Construction Inspector - NYSDOT Bridge Project
Haider Engineering
Farmingdale, New York
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$55 - $70/hr
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies

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Senior Drafter/ Project Manager– Construction
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Senior Drafter/ Project Manager– Construction
Rigid Structural Design, LLC
New York, New York
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$75k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in interior design

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Construction Project Lead Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Albany
11 jobs
Queens
10 jobs
Brooklyn
8 jobs
Syracuse
7 jobs
Rochester
7 jobs
Long Island City
6 jobs
Clay
5 jobs
White Plains
5 jobs

Construction Project Lead Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

Power Home Remodeling
Power Home Remodeling7 open roles
Skanska
Skanska5 open roles
Michels
Michels4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Education
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • New York State OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred by most employers
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field
  • Proven experience managing subcontractors, schedules, and budgets on commercial or infrastructure projects
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong knowledge of New York City Building Code or New York State building standards and permitting processes
  • PMP or CCM certification is a distinguishing credential for senior-level construction project lead roles

Construction Project Lead Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction project lead in New York?

Most construction project lead roles in New York require a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, combined with hands-on field experience. New York does not issue a single state license for this title, but employers consistently expect OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification, which is administered through OSHA-authorized training providers operating across the state. Candidates who also pursue a Project Management Professional or Certified Construction Manager credential stand out in New York's competitive urban markets.

Which companies hire construction project leads in New York?

New York construction project lead roles are posted by Power Home Remodeling, Skanska, and Michels and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York City's dense pipeline of mixed-use, transit, and municipal projects draws large general contractors and construction management firms that hire project leads continuously across all five boroughs and into the surrounding metro region.

Which New York cities have the most construction project lead jobs?

New York, Albany, and Queens have the highest concentration of construction project lead openings in New York. New York City alone accounts for the vast majority of postings, driven by ongoing commercial towers, MTA capital projects, and large-scale residential development, while Buffalo and Albany attract demand through state-funded infrastructure programs and regional commercial growth anchored by major universities and hospital systems.

Are there remote construction project lead jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction project leads are fundamentally on-site roles, and most New York employers expect regular presence at the project location. About 20% of construction project lead openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with those exceptions most often covering pre-construction planning, estimating coordination, or owner-side program management where physical site access is less continuous.

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

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer or assistant project manager at a large New York general contractor such as Turner Construction or Skanska USA, both of which run structured associate and intern programs that place candidates without prior lead experience on active job sites. Completing an OSHA 30-Hour Construction course and earning an entry-level credential through the Construction Management Association of America gives candidates a concrete edge when applying for those associate roles across New York City and the broader state market.

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

Migrate Mate lists current construction project lead openings in New York, updated continuously so the roles you see reflect what employers are actively hiring for right now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and target location across New York, and apply directly to the ones that fit without any extra steps in between.

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