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How much do capital construction jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for capital construction in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Capital Construction professionals during large-scale projects?

Capital Construction professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders, managing tight project timelines, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Unforeseen issues like supply chain delays, budget constraints, and site safety concerns can also arise, requiring adaptability and strong problem-solving skills. Collaborating closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and project owners is essential to keep projects on track and deliver successful outcomes.

What is the difference between Capital Construction vs Construction Project Manager?

AspectCapital ConstructionConstruction Project Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management; certifications like PMP or CCM are commonSame as Capital Construction: degree in related field; PMP certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentInvolves large-scale projects such as infrastructure, commercial buildings, and public worksManages various construction projects, including commercial, residential, and industrial sites
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government agencies, large firms, and developers for major projectsUsed across construction firms, contractors, and project management companies for diverse projects

While both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in work environment, Capital Construction focuses on large-scale, often public or infrastructure projects, whereas Construction Project Managers handle a broader range of construction projects across different sectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Capital Construction, and why are they important?

To thrive in Capital Construction, you need strong project management abilities, deep knowledge of construction methods, and a relevant degree such as civil engineering or construction management. Familiarity with tools like project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project), BIM systems, and safety certifications like OSHA are typically required. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills for coordinating teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

What is capital construction?

Capital construction refers to large-scale building projects that involve the creation, expansion, or significant renovation of physical assets such as buildings, infrastructure, or facilities. These projects are usually funded by organizations or government entities and are considered long-term investments because they add value and utility over many years. Examples include constructing schools, highways, hospitals, and bridges. Capital construction projects typically require significant planning, coordination, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory standards.
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Infographic showing various Capital Construction job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,168 per year, or $45.8 per hour.
Mgr Capital Construction - 90382991 - Baltimore

Mgr Capital Construction - 90382991 - Baltimore

Amtrak

Washington, DC

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Amtrak rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 76 rated public transport

Job description

Your success is a train ride away!

As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

Are you ready to join our team?

Our values of 'Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First' are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, 'Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security' are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

Job Summary

This position is for the major capital improvement projects included in the B&P Tunnel Replacement Program that will modernize and transform a four-mile section of the Northeast Corridor. It includes two new high-capacity tubes for electrified passenger trains, new roadway and railroad bridges, new rail systems and track, and a new ADA-accessible West Baltimore MARC station.  

B&P Package A Tunnels scope includes 2ea approximately 2 mile long tunnels to be constructed via TBM, and other major civil work at 4 locations including: Support of Excavation (SOE), excavation and concrete structures for shaft facilities (south portal / vent,  north vent, north portal); ground improvements; coordination with tunneling under Amtrak's corridor and MTA light rail and subway;  drill and blasting excavations; instrumentation and monitoring; site environmental management; and coordination with the public and adjacent contractors. 

The Mgr Capital Construction is responsible for overseeing the construction phase and supporting pre-construction activities. 

The Capital Construction Manager represents Amtrak on site and manages Amtrak's protocols during the construction phase of project, and during the pre-construction phase.  The general duties of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Ensuring the construction is performed in accordance with the construction and design documents to best meet the goals of the project
  • Deliver project on schedule and within the established budget.
  • Ensure that Amtrak and B&P processes and procedures are followed.
  • Review contractor submittals and other deliverables.
  • Assist with coordination with other contracts, Amtrak, utilities, etc.

The CCM may be one of the Contracting Official's Technical Representative (COTR) for the Package A Contract(s), and will be responsible for monitoring Contractor's performance

Essential Functions
  • Review contract design documents and submittals.
  • Review and understand contractors site specific Pre-Activity plans.
  • Direct, manage, and coordinate construction activities to ensure that critical issues are addressed and properly resolved.
  • Work with an OCM to ensure that contractors execute the project in accordance with the agreed upon scope, costs, and schedule.
  • Work with the Delivery Partner consultant team which includes monitoring work for compliance with their schedule, budget, technical, safety, and legal requirements.
  • Provide regular (as required) project status reports addressing forecasted and actual project costs.
  • Address project schedule and any changes in project status.
  • Resolve design and field construction problems.
  • Host or attend progress meetings and report on contract status.
  • Review contractors' requests for change and if appropriate, prepare contract change notices with appropriate justifications.
  • Assist with negotiation of change orders.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure adequate resources are available to support, as well as obtain track outages, and ensuring the labor forces are available as planned and scheduled.
  • Assist with outages planning and guidance.
  • Update construction estimates and schedules and aid with preparation of same as needed.
  • Be present for the commissioning of the construction, testing, startup, and transfer of operational procedures for projects and programs.
  • Communicate, implement, promote, and enforce safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the corporation's safety vision and goals
  • Prepare force account estimates and track force account labor, material, and other resources as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Supervisory experience in the management of construction contracts.
  • Extensive practitioner experience with construction and construction management.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight constraints.
  • Must have the ability to coordinate efforts with other technical disciplines and have knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, and estimating. 
  • Possess strategic and tactical skills required for planning and executing complex project work.
  • Strong leadership required, encompassing effective communication, motivation, and team building/team performance skills.
  • Strong Safety Focus.
  • Demonstrated experience in using PC-based word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) sufficient to prepare effective business analyses and presentations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Valid driver's license
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Plus

  • 7 years of relevant experience required
  • 9+ years of relevant experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated construction experience in a railroad environment
  • Significant experience in construction management
  • Experience in delivery of heavy civil infrastructure projects.  For this Package A Tunnels contract experience in more than one of the following is Preferred:

Support of excavation, controlled rock blasting, concrete structures, ground improvement, TBM tunneling, SEM tunneling, instrumentation and monitoring

Environmental Conditions/Physical Demands
  • Combination of Office and field environment.  Position is subject to respond to emergencies in all weather conditions 24/7.  During construction, presence on project sites is required
  • The B&P project is located in Baltimore, MD
  • Work schedule is 4 days a week in the office/site with 1 day remote.

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The salary/hourly range is $113,200.00 - $146,664.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:166351

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

You power our progress through your performance.

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.


Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.


In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. 1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.


Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.


Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

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As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

Industry

Travel arrangement services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Washington, DC, US

Year founded

1971

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