Construction Project Managers oversee the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Highlight your experience in project coordination, budget management, and team leadership on your resume. Consider adding competencies such as risk management, effective communication, and proficiency in project management software. Mention your ability to improve efficiency and your track record of successfully managing multiple projects to demonstrate your worth.
All Resume Templates ELIJAH BROWN Construction Project Manager | Strategic Planning | Team Leadership help@enhancv.com San Jose, CaliforniaWith over 9 years of experience in construction project management, I bring a wealth of knowledge in strategic planning, team leadership, and risk management. My career highlights include leading high-profile projects and implementing cost-saving strategies. I am excited about the opportunity to apply my skills in a dynamic environment, contributing significantly to project success.
Experience Senior Construction Project Manager 2021 - 2024 Turner Construction Company San Francisco, CaliforniaOversaw the development of a high-profile $10M commercial building project, ensuring completion 2 months ahead of schedule.
Managed a diverse team of 50+ professionals, achieving a 30% increase in efficiency through effective leadership and resource allocation.
Implemented innovative construction techniques, resulting in a 15% reduction in material costs and a 10% increase in sustainability.
Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that saved the company $500K over the project duration.
Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, mitigating potential issues and ensuring project compliance with industry standards.
Construction Project Manager 2018 - 2021 Bechtel Corporation San Jose, CaliforniaManaged a $7M residential construction project, delivering high-quality results within budget and on time.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, enhancing overall project efficiency by 20%.
Implemented cost-saving strategies, reducing project expenses by 10% without compromising on quality.
Facilitated regular client meetings, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project objectives.
Assistant Construction Project Manager 2015 - 2018 Clark Construction Group Oakland, CaliforniaContributed to the successful completion of a $4M public infrastructure project, meeting all regulatory requirements.
Assisted in budget management, tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.Collaborated with architects and engineers to resolve technical challenges, ensuring project adherence to design specifications.
Managed subcontractor relationships, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks. Master of Science in Construction Management 2013 - 2015 Stanford University Stanford, California Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering 2009 - 2013 University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, California Project Management Strategic Planning Budgeting and Cost Control Team Leadership Risk Management Contract Negotiation Sustainability Practices Procore, AutoCAD Strategic Problem-SolvingExcelled in identifying critical project issues, devising strategic solutions that reduced costs by 15% while maintaining quality.
Effective CommunicationSkilled in interdepartmental coordination, ensuring seamless information flow that improved project timelines by 20%.
Leadership and Team BuildingLed a team of 30+ professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that increased team productivity by 25%.
Key Achievements Best Project Management AwardReceived the 2023 Best Project Management Award for leading the successful completion of a $5M construction project.
Innovative Cost-Saving Initiative Implemented an innovative resource allocation strategy, saving the company $200K annually. Enhanced Safety Protocols Developed and enforced enhanced safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents by 40% in 2022. Sustainable Building DesignPassionate about integrating sustainable practices into construction to create eco-friendly buildings.
Technology in Construction Keen interest in leveraging emerging technologies to enhance construction efficiency and quality. Community Development Committed to contributing to community development through responsible construction projects. CERTIFICATION Advanced Project Management Focused on complex project management strategies, offered by the Project Management Institute. www.enhancv.com
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Construction project managers don’t get the recognition they deserve. What people don’t know is that once the planners finish hammering out the details, everything gets passed to you. You draw up a timeline and oversee the entire operation, so everything is done on schedule.
It’s a thankless job but an important, high-paying, and in-demand one, nonetheless. After years of delays due to COVID-19 and supply-chain challenges, the industry is booming again.
It’s time you get used to bragging about your accomplishments, because you’ll need it to write a kick-ass construction project manager resume experience.
Don’t worry if you don’t know where to start. We’ve got a detailed blueprint for you here:
We also have a ton of guides for different roles in the construction industry, such as:
Here's what this applicant does well in their resume:
A solid foundation is important for any high-rise project, right? It’s the same with formatting your resume. Font size, heading placements, and where you put each section matter.
Use the reverse-chronological format for your resume as this is the most recognized format. If you had a lot of project-based or part-time work and some of them overlapped, it’s better to organize your resume work history in two sections — one for full-time work and another for project-based and part time gigs. This prevents recruiters from getting confused with overlapping employment dates.
Here are 5 points to remember when formatting your resume:
There’s a lot of fear mongering going around Tiktok saying applications will get rejected without the right keywords.
Nope, the ATS isn’t the one calling the shots. It’s just a filtering tool, like how Google crawls millions of contents based on keywords provided. Does this mean you shouldn’t bother putting keywords on your resume? Of course not! That’s not what we’re saying here. Just don’t waste all your efforts into weaving keywords on your resume.
See, if your resume has the right keywords, it will pop up on the recruiter’s search results. But then, they’ll have to read it to see if it meets the requirements. If you think about it, the text surrounding those keywords matters more.
And whatever you do, don’t put a bunch of keywords at the bottom of your resume and change the text to white so it’s invisible to the naked eye but can still be picked up by the ATS. That will backfire on you.
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Don’t fret, you still have a chance to improve it. Keep reading and we’ll show you a step-by-step guide .
Let’s first discuss the top sections hiring managers want to see on your resume:
It’s time to write the construction project manager work experience section. For those with no prior experience, just skip ahead to the next section where we detail how to add transferrable skills and experience from other jobs.
The resume experience section is where you show off your notable accomplishments. Experienced construction project managers may struggle between choosing which achievements to list. Try including 3 to 5 bullets tied to different job skills, such as site management or budgeting cost and control. This way, employers can see both variety and proof of the skills listed on your resume.
It’s alright to include work related jargon as well, but don’t overdo it and try not to include jargon you’ve only used with a previous employer.
Look at the work experience section below.
Experience Construction Project Manager Brooklyn Industries 10/2018 - 10/2023 Brooklyn, NY Company Description Analyzing project sites and creating project estimates Managing supply inventory to avoid work delays Worked with construction managers and conduct regular site inspections Created the schedule of construction crew Coordinate with city officials to ensure all safety codes and zoning rules are followed WRONGWhat do you notice in this construction project manager experience section? For starters:
Here’s an improved construction project manager experience section:
Experience Construction Project Manager Brooklyn Industries 10/2018 - 10/2023 Brooklyn, NY Company DescriptionManaged ground up and launch of 3 commercial construction projects simultaneously, ranging from $50 to $235M in value using ProCore and Autodesk.
Oversaw the ground-up construction of a $65M, 74 unit, 10 story apartment with a mid-size grocery store and two-level retail space. Site located nearby a commercial township with strict safety and zoning laws.
Overhauled the past risk management strategy, leading to a 35% reduction in delays and a $750K savings in fines, overtime pay, and surplus supplies.
Managed crews of up to 300 contractors and construction managers, while liaising with architects and engineers on full-scale build out and renovation projects.
Coordinate with local authorities to ensure zoning and safety compliance across projects in Brooklyn, Queens, and Kings County.
RIGHTThe second construction project management resume example lists accomplishments but it also:
Construction project managers must demonstrate how they will impact the bottom line. You can do this by adding quantifiable results and projects completed on your resume.
Here are a few tips to add quantifiable metrics to your resume:
They say everyone starts as a beginner but it’s a fact that employers prefer to hire construction project managers with experience. While you can take courses on construction safety and construction project management, sometimes that’s not “ on-the-job experience” enough.
Millions of dollars are on the line, so it’s hard to blame them.
If you haven’t held this job title before, the best you can do is to demonstrate how your previous construction or project management experience makes you a qualified candidate.
Here are some tips to beef up your construction project manager experience:
If you’re a Certified Construction Manager (CCM), list that on the header of your resume.
This isn’t exactly a tip for writing bullet points on your work history. But if you have experience in both residential and commercial builds, it might be better to choose between the two.
If you’ve had more leadership tasks in residential projects, then highlight those projects on your work experience, and apply for residential construction project manager roles for now. You can break into commercial construction later when you have more experience.
Niching down can also mean choosing an industry, like townhouse construction, condominium construction, or even school construction. Either pick the industry you have more experience with or pick one with more job openings.
Read our guide for more information on how to write a resume with no experience .
You use anywhere from 5 or even ten software a day to see the full status of your projects. Add to that the finesse it takes to coordinate with multiple contractors, vendors, engineers, and architects— you could be looking at a list of 30 or more skills. This section will help you decide which construction project manager's hard skills are worth including in your application.
Let’s differentiate between hard and soft skills. Hard skills, also known as technical skills , are specific to the job. For construction project managers, these skills could include schematic design, contract management, and knowledge of building codes. You might’ve picked up these skills from school or from an apprenticeship.
Meanwhile, soft skills help with your job but the applications aren’t limited to your industry. Problem-solving and creativity are good examples of construction project manager soft skills.
Each firm has software preferences, such as Procore or Microsoft Projects, and those will be listed on their job ad. They’ll also prioritize certain skills like constructing a specific build (e.g. K12 school construction) or the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Include all the hard and soft skills you have that match the role and put it at the top of your list so it’s easy to spot. Then pick 3 to 5 skills you have that aren’t listed on the job ad but are still relevant then add it at the bottom of your list.
Here’s a list of construction project manager hard skills:
Project management is like keeping ten plates spinning at once, except dropping one plate might lead to a delay that costs millions. Yikes. So you have to show the hiring team that you have what it takes to keep those plates spinning.
You’re responsible for communicating the architect’s vision to the onsite team. You need good leadership, reporting, and coordination skills. Construction project managers need good visual acuity too, because directives often come in the form of construction blueprints and other technical drawings.
While many job ads won’t list patience and flexibility on their must-haves, you’ll need it to stay sane. Because despite best-laid plans, things rarely go according to plan. Sometimes, it’s just a case of rain delaying the setting of concrete. Other times, delivery is late because of supply-chain problems, like what happened during the pandemic. Show employers that you can pivot accordingly, so the crew doesn’t waste a day doing nothing.
Here are construction project manager soft skills worth including on your resume:
Yes, it’s possible to work your way up as a construction project manager without a degree. But to do that you’d need about ten to 15+ years’ experience on the job, starting as a construction worker, then a construction manager, and finally as a construction project manager — or a similar career path. If this is the case for you, you should list any professional certifications first and then follow it up with your incomplete degree .
Many big companies expect candidates to have at least a bachelor’s degree while big-name firms prefer those with industry-recognized certifications on their resume like Project Management Professional (PMP).
Whatever academic qualifications you have, it’s best to list them properly so recruiters with certain requirements can see them.
Here’s how to list education and certifications on your resume:
