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Sound Transit

Construction Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$81K - $180K/yr

Manages, supervises, and coordinates assigned construction and construction management consultant contracts; budgets for assigned contracts; monitors cost and cash flow and administers contingency ...

Risewell Homes

Construction Manager

Fall City, WA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

The Construction Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the home building process from start to finish. This includes overseeing multiple homes under construction, ensuring quality and ...

WSP

Senior Construction Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$167.80K - $249.15K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead delivery of our Sound Transit Construction Management (CM) MATOC and support strategic growth across our regional CM practice.

Clark

Construction Manager

Seattle, WA

Construction Managers "set the tone" for safe and timely execution of the work. They are responsiblefor cost and scheduling and have the authority to make decisions on Atkinson's behalf regarding the ...

WSP

Senior Construction Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$167.80K - $249.15K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead delivery of our Sound Transit Construction Management (CM) MATOC and support strategic growth across our regional CM practice.

Raya Workforce

Civil Construction Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$130K - $190K/yr

Senior Construction Manager - Seattle, WA Job Title: Senior Construction Manager Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Project (3-7 Years) A leading engineering and ...

Consertus, Inc.

Aviation Construction Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

The Construction Manager will support delivery of airside and landside projects, working under the direction of a Senior Construction Manager or Project Manager, while coordinating contractors ...

Collabera

Project/Construction Manager

Redmond, WA · On-site

Project/Construction Manager Duration: 3 years. Details: Looking for Integration Project Manager Knowledge of Cell site construction for UMTS and LTE a must. Candidate should be local to PNW region.

Amazon

Construction Manager, Amazon

Bellevue, WA · On-site

As the GES Construction Manager, you are a customer obsessed leader in the Amazon construction process. In this role, you will be integral in implementing the facility network infrastructure ...

Amazon

Construction Manager, Amazon

Bellevue, WA · On-site

As the GES Construction Manager, you are a customer obsessed leader in the Amazon construction process. In this role, you will be integral in implementing the facility network infrastructure ...

Amicis Global

Network Construction Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Network Construction Manager Location: Seattle, WA (Fully Remote - Local Travel Required) Travel: Local field visits 2-3 days/week; 1-2 out-of-state trips per year Rate: $30-$50/hr on W2 Position ...

Psomas

Senior Civil Construction Manager

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Senior Construction Manager Own Your Future at Psomas Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact. As our Senior Construction Manager for our ...

Psomas

Senior Civil Construction Manager

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Senior Construction Manager Own Your Future at Psomas Join a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact. As our Senior Construction Manager for our ...

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How much do construction manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for construction manager in Renton, WA is $107,056.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,900.00 and $129,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Construction Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Construction Manager, you need strong project management abilities, construction knowledge, budgeting skills, and typically a degree in construction management or a related field. Familiarity with project management software (such as Procore or Primavera), building codes, and safety certifications like OSHA are commonly required. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing teams and stakeholders. These competencies ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget, directly impacting client satisfaction and business success.

What are some common challenges Construction Managers face when coordinating multiple subcontractors on a project?

Construction Managers often encounter challenges such as scheduling conflicts, communication gaps, and differing work standards when coordinating multiple subcontractors. Effective planning and clear documentation are essential to prevent delays and ensure all parties understand project expectations. Regular meetings, progress tracking, and proactive problem-solving help maintain alignment and address issues before they escalate. Building strong relationships and fostering open communication with subcontractors can significantly reduce misunderstandings and contribute to project success.

What does a Construction Manager do?

A Construction Manager oversees and coordinates the planning, design, and construction of a building project from start to finish. They are responsible for managing schedules, budgets, and ensuring that work is completed safely and according to specifications. Construction Managers work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to deliver projects on time and within budget. Their duties often include hiring subcontractors, obtaining permits, and addressing any issues that arise during construction.

What is the difference between Construction Manager vs Site Supervisor?

AspectConstruction ManagerSite Supervisor
CredentialsBachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field; certifications like PMP or CCMHigh school diploma or associate degree; relevant certifications like OSHA or site-specific training
Work EnvironmentOffice-based planning, project coordination, and site visitsOn-site supervision of daily construction activities
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire project, manages budgets, schedules, and teamsDirectly supervises workers, ensures safety, and monitors daily progress

The Construction Manager focuses on overall project planning, coordination, and management, often working from an office but visiting sites regularly. The Site Supervisor handles daily on-site supervision, ensuring safety and task completion. Both roles are essential but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

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Construction Manager

Sound Transit

Seattle, WA • On-site

$81K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Salary range is $81K to $180K with a midpoint of $129K. Total compensation includes project-based premiums that reflect project complexity, political sensitivity, size, and strategic importance. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint of the base range, however, we may go higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including:
  • Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
  • Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Retirement Plans: 401a - 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b - up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
  • Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
  • Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
  • Pet Insurance.
  • ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
  • Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you'll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general direction, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the assigned construction, construction management consultant, and other professional services contracts and third party agreements of assigned Sound Transit projects; supports and participates in project development processes to include alternatives development and evaluation; prepares and assembles contract documents in preparation for solicitation; assists with solicitation processes; delivers assignments within the applicable scope, schedule, and budget; prepares and reports project status including safety, quality, cost, and schedule; identifies and resolves contract and construction; oversees quality and safety of work; coordinates project activities with others; and provides general technical support to the overall Construction Management team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
  • Leads, coordinates, schedules, assigns, and inspects the work activities of assigned staff, consultants, and contractors for assigned projects. Operating from a central office or construction field office location, makes frequent site visits to observe site conditions, site safety and security, construction activities, and incident response.
  • Manages, supervises, and coordinates assigned construction and construction management consultant contracts; budgets for assigned contracts; monitors cost and cash flow and administers contingency funds; ensures each contract is completed within the scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Provides input and assists in the management of project development tasks including environmental processes, real estate acquisition, site investigations, third party agreements, and permits.
  • Reviews and provides comments related to constructability and biddability for all construction documents, plans and specifications, technical memoranda, design/construction plans, and other project related materials for assigned area of responsibility. Gains a full understanding of the work and the documents, identifies conflicts, errors, and missing information related to the construction of the project.
  • Oversees assembly of construction contract documents; assures that contract documents are clear, complete, comprehensive, and well-coordinated.
  • Reviews submittals, requests for information, and field clarifications; and verifies quality control to ensure compliance and accountability with the Contract Documents and all current and applicable local, state and federal codes, laws, rules and regulations, and Agency policies and procedures. Ensures appropriate routing and approvals of contractor-submitted materials.
  • Reviews the work sequences, interfaces, and time durations in schedules to identify potential conflicts, and to ensure that work is efficiently planned and executed. Provides suggestions on how to expedite work to meet schedule requirements and tracks schedule delays and reasons for delays.
  • Reviews pay applications, change orders, and provisional sum allocations for entitlement, completeness, accuracy, and adherence to contract requirements; works with project staff to issue clarifications on contract documents and ST requirements; negotiates change order costs; performs or obtains independent cost estimates for changed work; prepares and reviews change orders and correspondence to contractors.
  • Assures contractor and consultant compliance with the Sound Transit health, safety, and security management programs and development and implementation of project specific safety and security management plans for assigned projects in accordance with all code and contract requirements. Assures that effective measures are in place to identify and manage construction health, safety, and security risks to contractor and consultant staff and the public.
  • Assures contractor compliance with technical plans and specifications; and reviews documentation and files for accuracy and completeness, including daily reports and construction logs. Oversees the construction management consultant and assures implementation of the project Quality Management Plans and assures that special inspections and tests are performed in accordance with all code and specification requirements.
  • Works with the construction management consultants and contractors to expedite problem solving and avoid delays in the work; attempts to negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues at the lowest level.
  • Attends and participates in professional associations; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable local, state and federal laws, as well as Agency policies and procedures.
  • Assists program consultants and contractors in the administration and implementation of projects related to contracts and program phases such as design, permitting, procurement, and construction.
  • Assists in the development of the assigned program's/project's annual budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures that project expenditures and cost estimates are adequately documented and monitored; reviews and approves expenditures; and implements adjustments.
  • Provides support to the Construction Management Division on matters as directed; participates in committees as assigned; prepares and presents staff reports; attends and participates in professional groups; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies, and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
  • Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
  • Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit's Equity & Inclusion Policy.
  • It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
  • It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field. Five years of experience in construction supervision, construction contract administration, or engineering project management, preferably in heavy civil, transit, buildings, structural or underground construction; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in public works construction and alternative project delivery methods is desired.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
  • Valid state driver's license. This role will perform inspections on active construction sites, stations, and facilities, including locations that are not currently served by transit. Driving an agency vehicle will be necessary to monitor construction tasks and respond to emergent situations at any time of day, within assigned projects and project corridors.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
  • Professional Engineer or Architect license issued by the State of Washington.
  • Certified Construction Manager issued by the Construction Management Certification Institute.
  • Certification as a Project Management Professional by the Project Management Institute.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • The principles and practice of engineering, project management, and construction management.
  • Familiarity with construction materials, equipment, means and methods, safety, temporary construction structures, and risks in construction associated with materials, equipment, and means and methods.
  • Methods and techniques of developing, analyzing, and managing complex construction schedules.
  • General knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to engineering and construction of civil works and buildings.
  • Risk assessment and management.
  • Principles of cost management including expenditure tracking and variance identification.
  • General understanding of contract and procurement strategies and associated procurement laws, regulations, and management principles.
  • Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
  • Principles of effective oral and written communications.
  • Oversight and management of a construction program that may include one or a series of inter-related projects of significant size and complexity.
  • Negotiating and administering construction and engineering services contracts and third party agreements.
  • Applying advanced project management techniques and principles.
  • Leading and delegating daily tasks, communicating, and providing feedback and work direction to assigned staff.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public.
  • Interpreting and administering regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Preparing, reviewing, and administering large project budgets.
  • Business letter writing and report preparation.
  • Interpretation of contract documents including risk allocation, strategies, organization, and content.
  • Conceptualizing, influencing, developing, and administering goals, objectives, guidelines, policies, and procedures for the Division/Department.
  • Critical and strategic problem solving, preparing, and analyzing complex data and reports.
  • Effective oral and written communication.
  • Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
  • Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
  • Basic skill in office administrative procedures and equipment including use of computers and applications including MS Office and scheduling and contract management programs.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:
  • Work is performed in a hybrid field, shop, warehouse, and office environment.
  • Position is responsible for visiting, inspecting, and working on active construction sites; may be subject to bending, climbing, eye/hand coordination, grasping, hearing, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, talking, walking, seeing, and carrying and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds.
  • Working in the field and when conducting site visits may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, and extreme noise.
  • Position includes on call and occasional weekend/night shifts to address project situation response and safety situations.
  • The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate personal protective equipment and training for all personnel as required for their duties.

Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status or other protected class.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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