Construction Project Manager Jobs in Nebraska
Construction Project Manager jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha, Lincoln, and the Greater Omaha metro, where commercial development, infrastructure investment, and healthcare expansion continue to drive consistent hiring demand. Established contractors and developers such as Kiewit Corporation, Lund-Ross Constructors, and the Nebraska Department of Transportation regularly bring on construction project managers for roles across heavy civil, commercial building, and public infrastructure. Demand is strongest for candidates with backgrounds in utility construction, transportation projects, and healthcare facility builds. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Project Executive — MCL Construction | Omaha, NE
Lead Beyond the Project. Build What’s Next.
MCL Arena Mentality
At MCL, we step into the arena together. Our core values guide how we show up every day, from how we lead and work together to how we serve our clients and communities.
The Arena Mentality means putting those values into action: taking ownership, tackling challenges, supporting your team, speaking up, and bringing solutions to the table. As MCL grows, every employee has the opportunity to make an impact, influence our projects, and help shape what comes next.
What You Bring to the Arena
- Lead multiple complex commercial projects, owning safety, quality, schedule, financial performance, and client satisfaction across your portfolio.
- Drive portfolio performance by proactively managing risk, resources, profitability, and project health.
- Provide strategic direction to Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams from preconstruction through closeout.
- Build trusted client relationships that strengthen partnerships and generate repeat business.
- Lead and develop Project Managers and project teams while building the next generation of leaders.
- Drive pursuit strategy, proposals, and client presentations to help win the right work.
- Partner across MCL to drive operational excellence and help shape company strategy and growth.
The Skills Behind the Build
- 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including 5+ years as a Project Manager with a general contractor.
- Proven experience leading multiple complex commercial projects with accountability for financial performance, teams, risk, and client relationships.
- Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, cost control, resource planning, and operational performance.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and project teams.
- Strong track record of building client relationships that generate repeat business.
- Experience leading pursuit strategy, proposals, client presentations, and project interviews.
- Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, GMP, or other integrated project delivery methods.
- Healthcare, mission critical/data center, federal, education, or other technically complex commercial project experience is highly valued.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline required.
Build What’s Next
You’ve built the experience. We want to give you the opportunity to use it.
MCL is growing, and so are the opportunities for our people. You’ll have the autonomy to lead across multiple projects, develop strong teams, deepen client relationships, and influence how we operate and grow.
Take on bigger challenges. Develop future leaders. Help shape what comes next.
More ownership. More influence. More room to grow.
Since 1987, MCL has built its reputation on quality work, lasting relationships, and people who take pride in doing things the right way.
What We Offer
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you and your dependents
- Company vehicle allowance
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Generous PTO
- A team-focused culture
We’re the people you build with. Build your career with MCL.
Project Executive — MCL Construction | Omaha, NE
Lead Beyond the Project. Build What’s Next.
MCL Arena Mentality
At MCL, we step into the arena together. Our core values guide how we show up every day, from how we lead and work together to how we serve our clients and communities.
The Arena Mentality means putting those values into action: taking ownership, tackling challenges, supporting your team, speaking up, and bringing solutions to the table. As MCL grows, every employee has the opportunity to make an impact, influence our projects, and help shape what comes next.
What You Bring to the Arena
- Lead multiple complex commercial projects, owning safety, quality, schedule, financial performance, and client satisfaction across your portfolio.
- Drive portfolio performance by proactively managing risk, resources, profitability, and project health.
- Provide strategic direction to Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams from preconstruction through closeout.
- Build trusted client relationships that strengthen partnerships and generate repeat business.
- Lead and develop Project Managers and project teams while building the next generation of leaders.
- Drive pursuit strategy, proposals, and client presentations to help win the right work.
- Partner across MCL to drive operational excellence and help shape company strategy and growth.
The Skills Behind the Build
- 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including 5+ years as a Project Manager with a general contractor.
- Proven experience leading multiple complex commercial projects with accountability for financial performance, teams, risk, and client relationships.
- Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, cost control, resource planning, and operational performance.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and project teams.
- Strong track record of building client relationships that generate repeat business.
- Experience leading pursuit strategy, proposals, client presentations, and project interviews.
- Experience with CMAR, Design-Build, GMP, or other integrated project delivery methods.
- Healthcare, mission critical/data center, federal, education, or other technically complex commercial project experience is highly valued.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline required.
Build What’s Next
You’ve built the experience. We want to give you the opportunity to use it.
MCL is growing, and so are the opportunities for our people. You’ll have the autonomy to lead across multiple projects, develop strong teams, deepen client relationships, and influence how we operate and grow.
Take on bigger challenges. Develop future leaders. Help shape what comes next.
More ownership. More influence. More room to grow.
Since 1987, MCL has built its reputation on quality work, lasting relationships, and people who take pride in doing things the right way.
What We Offer
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you and your dependents
- Company vehicle allowance
- Profit sharing
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Generous PTO
- A team-focused culture
We’re the people you build with. Build your career with MCL.
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Construction Project Manager Job Market in Nebraska
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project manager jobs across Nebraska.
- PMP certification or active OSHA 30 certification recognized by Nebraska employers
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Minimum five years of field experience managing commercial or civil construction projects
- Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and subcontractor relationships
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Bluebeam
- Strong knowledge of Nebraska building codes, permit processes, and local inspection requirements
Construction Project Manager Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project manager in Nebraska?
Most construction project managers in Nebraska start with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then build field experience as an assistant project manager or superintendent. Nebraska does not require a state-issued license specifically for the construction project manager title, but many employers expect a Project Management Professional credential or an OSHA certification. Advancement typically comes through demonstrated project delivery on increasingly complex commercial or civil projects in the Nebraska market.
How much do construction project managers make in Nebraska?
Construction project managers in Nebraska earn a median of about $100,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,840 for the lowest 10% to over $158,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project managers in Nebraska?
Companies currently hiring construction project managers in Nebraska include MCL Construction, Mortenson Construction, and Jobot, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Nebraska's construction market is anchored by a mix of national general contractors with regional offices and locally headquartered firms that specialize in heavy civil, healthcare, and municipal infrastructure work.
Which Nebraska cities have the most construction project manager jobs?
Omaha, La Vista, and Lincoln have the most construction project manager openings in Nebraska. Omaha dominates the count because it anchors the state's largest commercial real estate, healthcare construction, and transportation infrastructure programs, while Lincoln's government, university, and mixed-use development activity sustains a strong secondary market for project management talent.
Are there remote construction project manager jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of construction project manager openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of the role. The tasks most often done remotely are preconstruction planning, estimating, and owner reporting, while field coordination and subcontractor management almost always require a physical presence on the project site.
How can I get hired as a construction project manager in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project engineer or assistant project manager role with a large Nebraska general contractor such as Kiewit Corporation or Hawkins Construction, both of which run structured new-graduate programs that rotate candidates across project types. A construction management degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln or UNO strengthens your candidacy considerably, and earning an OSHA 30 certification before you apply signals job-site readiness to Nebraska hiring managers who receive high application volumes.
Where can I find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings across commercial, civil, and infrastructure sectors. Search the roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match your background.
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