Construction Project Lead Jobs in Ohio

Construction Project Lead jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and industrial construction keeps hiring steady across experience levels. Employers like Turner Construction, Messer Construction, and the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission regularly bring on project leads for ground-up builds, renovation programs, and public-sector capital projects. Demand is strongest in civil infrastructure, commercial office and mixed-use development, and healthcare facility construction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles145+
Top employerMarker
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring48
Work type75% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Construction Project Manager
MIELKE Holdings
Columbus, Ohio
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$80k - $100k/yr
On-Site

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ARCO a Family of Construction Companies
Project Manager - Construction
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Project Manager - Construction
ARCO a Family of Construction Companies
Columbus, Ohio
Creative & Design
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Power Home Remodeling
Construction Project Production Manager
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Construction Project Production Manager
Power Home Remodeling
Cleveland, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
1,001-5,000

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Construction Project Lead Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cleveland
13 jobs
Cincinnati
10 jobs
Dayton
5 jobs
Toledo
5 jobs
Portsmouth
4 jobs
Ashville
3 jobs
North Canton
3 jobs
Bellefontaine
3 jobs

Construction Project Lead Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Marker
Marker8 open roles
Power Home Remodeling
Power Home Remodeling7 open roles
KALCON
KALCON5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate10
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Retail2
  • Manufacturing2
  • Technology & Software2

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Active OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification recognized by Ohio employers
  • Three or more years of field experience managing construction crews and subcontractors
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore or Bluebeam
  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Strong written communication skills for RFIs, submittals, and owner reporting

Construction Project Lead Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction project lead in Ohio?

Most construction project leads in Ohio build toward the role through field experience combined with a degree in construction management or civil engineering from programs at Ohio State University, University of Cincinnati, or Bowling Green State University. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification strengthens any application, and larger Ohio contractors look for candidates working toward or holding a Project Management Professional credential or a Constructor certification through the American Institute of Constructors.

Which companies hire construction project leads in Ohio?

Ohio construction project lead roles are posted by Marker, Power Home Remodeling, and KALCON and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's mix of major general contractors, public-sector owners like OFCC, and healthcare system capital programs keeps demand steady across the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most construction project lead jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of construction project lead openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through its sustained commercial and mixed-use development boom, Cleveland draws activity from industrial and lakefront redevelopment, and Cincinnati's healthcare campus expansions and interstate corridor projects keep a consistent pipeline of project lead openings across Hamilton County.

Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction project leads are primarily on-site roles requiring daily coordination with crews, subcontractors, and inspectors, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 25% of construction project lead openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be preconstruction planning, estimating support, or owner's representative positions rather than active field lead roles.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a project engineer or assistant superintendent role at a mid-size Ohio general contractor, then progressing into lead responsibilities over two to three field cycles. Companies like Messer Construction and Turner Construction run structured associate programs for recent construction management graduates. Coming in from an estimating, scheduling, or field engineer background at firms across Columbus or Cleveland is the most common lateral move that leads directly to a project lead title.

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

You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and target market, and apply directly to each position that fits.

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