Construction Project Lead Jobs in South Carolina

Construction Project Lead jobs in South Carolina are in steady demand across the state's residential construction boom, commercial development corridor, and growing industrial build-out sector, with openings at both the field supervisor and mid-level project management levels. Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville account for the largest share of postings, where employers like Choate Construction, CBRE, and Holder Construction maintain active South Carolina operations and regularly hire construction project leads for ground-up builds, tenant improvement, and infrastructure projects. The most sought-after specialties in South Carolina right now are commercial ground-up, industrial and manufacturing facility construction, and mixed-use residential development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles86
Top employerState of South Carolina
Top cityCharleston, SC
Cities hiring26
Work type73% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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CBRE
Construction Project Manager - Data Center / MEP
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Construction Project Manager - Data Center / MEP
CBRE
North Charleston, South Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in architecture
10,000+

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Congruex
Construction Project Lead II
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Construction Project Lead II
Congruex
Charleston, South Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Residential Construction / Project Manager
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Residential Construction / Project Manager
AR Homes by American Eagle Builders
Greenville, South Carolina
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$70k - $90k/yr
On-Site

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Hoffman & Hoffman Inc
Construction Project Manager
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Hoffman & Hoffman Inc
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Construction Project Manager
Hoffman & Hoffman Inc
Charleston, South Carolina
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control

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Construction Project Manager
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Construction Project Manager
Wix Builders
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site

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Construction Project Lead Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charleston
22 jobs
Greenville
15 jobs
Columbia
6 jobs
York
4 jobs
North Charleston
4 jobs
Myrtle Beach
3 jobs
Aiken
2 jobs
Bluffton
2 jobs
Florence
2 jobs

Construction Project Lead Job Market in South Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

State of South Carolina
State of South Carolina7 open roles
ECS Limited
ECS Limited6 open roles
S&ME
S&ME4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Energy

What South Carolina Employers Look For

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

  • Active South Carolina contractor license or eligibility under South Carolina's reciprocity provisions required
  • Five or more years of construction field experience with direct project oversight responsibility
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and budgets on concurrent job sites
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Buildertrend, or Bluebeam
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification or willingness to obtain before first day on site
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with owners, architects, and local inspectors

Construction Project Lead Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction project lead in South Carolina?

To work as a construction project lead in South Carolina, you typically need a combination of field experience and, depending on your responsibilities, a South Carolina contractor license issued by the South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board under the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Most employers also expect a background in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates who earn a Construction Manager in Training designation or complete an associated degree program are consistently competitive in the state market.

Which companies hire construction project leads in South Carolina?

Employers hiring construction project leads in South Carolina right now include State of South Carolina, ECS Limited, and S&ME, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. South Carolina's concentration of large-scale commercial, industrial, and port-adjacent development projects means established regional and national general contractors maintain consistent hiring pipelines across the state.

Which South Carolina cities have the most construction project lead jobs?

Charleston, Greenville, and Columbia lead South Carolina in construction project lead openings. Charleston's port expansion and booming mixed-use development drive demand along the coast, Columbia's role as the state capital fuels steady public and commercial builds, and Greenville's manufacturing and corporate campus growth in the Upstate region has made it one of the fastest-growing construction markets in the Southeast.

Are there remote construction project lead jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. About 27% of construction project lead openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, which reflects the hands-on, site-dependent nature of the role. The portions of the work most compatible with remote arrangements include pre-construction planning, submittal reviews, scheduling coordination, and owner reporting when a field superintendent handles day-to-day site coverage.

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

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer, field engineer, or construction coordinator with a South Carolina general contractor, then moving into a lead role as you build site experience. Large South Carolina employers like Choate Construction and regional commercial builders often hire recent graduates of Clemson University's construction science program or the University of South Carolina's civil engineering track. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour certification and getting familiar with Procore or Bluebeam before applying strengthens a candidate's profile significantly.

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

You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current South Carolina openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing without needing to sign up or create a profile first.

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