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PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project Managers and Project Executives who deliver, not just coordinate.
Construction Headhunters recruits PM-track professionals for general contractors, construction managers, and specialty contractors with direct-hire positions across the United States.
Who recruits construction project managers?
Construction Headhunters recruits project managers, senior PMs and project executives for contractors, developers and construction managers. We ask about the project, budget responsibility, delivery method and client relationship before approaching people. We headhunt rather than post your job.
For the individual role, see our project manager recruiting for GCs.
For employers
Questions from a real traveling-role inquiry
One employer asked us about traveling superintendent and project manager hires responsible for installation crews, safety, productivity and client relationships. The buying conversation also raised two practical questions: which compensation components count toward the recruiting fee, and how replacement provisions apply if a hire resigns or employment is terminated.
Turn the title into a clear assignment
- Crew supervision: will this person give day-to-day installation instructions, manage foremen, or coordinate with a separate superintendent?
- Project coordination: who plans labor, tracks productivity, manages subcontractors and vendors, and resolves schedule conflicts?
- Client responsibility: who discusses progress, changes and difficult decisions with the client, and what can they commit to?
- Travel: agree the locations, site attendance, rotation and support before approaching people.
Resolve commercial questions in writing
List the proposed compensation components and ask which are included in the recruiting fee calculation. Ask how the replacement provisions apply to resignation and termination, including any conditions or exclusions. The signed agreement controls; a conversation or example is not an agreed fee basis or replacement promise.
Use the responsibility matrix below to decide whether the opening is a PM, Senior PM or Project Executive role. Ask candidates for evidence of the decisions and client relationships they handled personally.
Roles We Recruit
These are the project management roles we recruit most frequently. Specific needs vary by employer, project type, and market.
Project Engineer
Supports PMs with RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination. Relevant field or office construction experience varies by employer and project.
Assistant Project Manager
Manages discrete scopes or phases under a senior PM. Developing full project ownership skills across budget, schedule, and subs.
Project Manager
Full ownership of project delivery from contract through closeout, including schedule, budget, subcontractors, owner relations, and team.
Senior Project Manager
Manages complex, high-value, or multi-phase projects. Often mentors junior PMs and interfaces directly with ownership or executive leadership.
Project Executive
Oversees multiple active projects or a portfolio. Serves as the primary owner-level relationship and senior escalation point.
Program Manager
Manages a related group of projects, often for a single client or program owner. Focuses on program-level reporting, risk, and delivery.
What Employers Commonly Need
- Demonstrated ownership of full project lifecycle on comparable project types
- Budget and schedule management with measurable outcomes
- Subcontractor coordination and scope management
- Owner and stakeholder communication without constant escalation
- Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Primavera, CMiC, or Sage, as relevant to the role
- Ability to mentor or supervise junior project staff
- Track record of bringing projects to closeout without significant disputes
What We Evaluate in Candidates
- Project size, type, and complexity relative to the search
- Budget responsibility and cost performance history
- Sectors and project delivery methods (GC, CM at-risk, design-build)
- Compensation, location, and relocation flexibility
- Motivations for a move, particularly for employed candidates
- Leadership and team management track record
- References and peer reputation
Relevant Construction Sectors
Commercial ConstructionHealthcare ConstructionIndustrial ConstructionMultifamilyHeavy Civil and InfrastructureData CentersHospitalityRetail and RolloutEducationGround-Up ResidentialTransportation
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a strong Project Manager candidate in construction?
Employers consistently look for PMs who have managed the full project lifecycle, from contract award and preconstruction through closeout and punch list, on projects of similar size and complexity. Procore proficiency, subcontractor management experience, and the ability to manage owner relationships without escalation are frequently cited. Candidates who can demonstrate budget performance across multiple projects are especially competitive.
What project types do you typically recruit for?
We recruit Project Managers across project types and scopes. We discuss project complexity, delivery method, and responsibilities with the employer so candidates can be considered in the context of the company's portfolio.
Do you recruit PMs for specialty trades and subcontractors?
Yes. We recruit PM-track roles for general contractors, construction managers, and specialty subcontractors including mechanical, electrical, concrete, and other specialty trades. The sector and project type are scoped as part of the intake.
How long does a PM search typically take?
We start headhunting right after aligning on the role and typically share qualified candidates quickly. Timing varies with the market, candidate availability, and employer requirements, so we do not promise a timeline.
Can you recruit PMs for traveling or multi-state roles?
Yes. We identify candidates who are open to travel or relocation as part of the intake qualification. Traveling roles require clear communication of the travel expectation, compensation, and per diem structure to attract the right candidates.
Free printable tool
PM, senior PM, or project executive: which do you need?
Titles and years of experience are not enough to define the hire. One company's senior PM is another's project executive. Compare the scope below against your actual opening, then write down your own expectations.
The descriptions are common patterns, not rules. Expectations vary by employer, and there are no universal dollar or project-count thresholds for any title.
| Dimension | Project Manager | Senior PM | Project Executive | Your opening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget and contract authority | Manages a project budget; authority to approve changes set by employer. | May hold larger or multiple budgets and negotiate contract changes. | Often accountable for portfolio margin and contract terms. | |
| Project count | Commonly one project or a few at once. | One complex project or several concurrent ones. | Multiple projects or an owner program. | |
| Delivery model | Executes the model the company won. | May shape approach on negotiated or CM work. | Frequently involved in pursuit and delivery strategy. | |
| Owner relationship | Day-to-day owner and architect contact. | Primary escalation for the owner on the project. | Executive relationship and repeat-work responsibility. | |
| Team | Leads PEs, APMs, coordinates with superintendent. | May develop PMs and set team staffing. | Oversees PMs and project teams across work. |
Looking to hire a Project Manager?
Tell us about the position. We'll review the search and discuss whether direct-hire recruiting makes sense for your team.
Search possibilities
Types of searches we can take on.
Examples of jobs we can fill. Tell us about yours.
- Project ManagerIndustryGround-Up CommercialMarketTexas
- Project ManagerIndustryHealthcareMarketFlorida
- Senior Project ManagerIndustryGround-Up CommercialMarketTexas
- Senior Project ManagerIndustryHospital ConstructionMarketFlorida
- Assistant Project ManagerIndustryGround-Up CommercialMarketTexas
- Assistant Project ManagerIndustryHospital ConstructionMarketFlorida
- Project EngineerIndustryGround-Up CommercialMarketTexas
- Project EngineerIndustryHospital ConstructionMarketFlorida
Start the search
Tell us who you need.
Share the basics. We will call to talk through the job.
No finished job description needed. Ivan or a senior teammate will help you work through the details.
Prefer a conversation? Book a 15-minute employer callFor employers hiring talent. This 15-minute call is for companies discussing a hiring need. Candidates: submit your profile and resume here.
Or call 954-758-9593.
For a standard contingency search, there is no upfront recruiting fee. You pay only if you hire under the signed agreement.
Public candidate profiles
Available now in construction.
Every profile is presented without identifying details. We confirm current interest and fit before arranging a private introduction.
How it works
How we fill your job.
Four steps, run by Ivan or a senior teammate.
We find and speak with candidates
We call people with the right experience, including many who are not applying for jobs.
You meet the strongest matches
You get a short list with notes on each person. We set up interviews and share feedback.
We help you complete the hire
We help with the offer, counteroffers, notice and start date.
Relocation and travel
Location is part of the search.
We look locally first and discuss whether relocation or travel makes sense. A traveling superintendent's rotation, a PM's family move and a local commute are different decisions. We cover relocation help, per diem and timing before you meet anyone, not at the offer.
Placement protection
Candidate replacement guarantee
How long is the candidate replacement guarantee?
We offer a candidate replacement guarantee on standard search agreements. The applicable period and exact terms are set out in the signed client recruiting agreement.
Eligibility, exclusions, notification requirements, payment requirements, and replacement terms are governed by the signed client recruiting agreement.