Construction Project Manager Recruiter in Seattle, WA
Seattle’s booming multifamily and mixed-use development pipeline demands experienced construction project managers who can navigate complex urban sites and aggressive timelines. Amundson Group specializes in filling senior PM roles across the Pacific Northwest’s most active construction sectors.
What Amundson Group does for Project Manager hiring in Seattle
Amundson Group conducts retained searches for construction project managers throughout the Seattle area, leveraging a 20+ year referral network and custom AI-assisted candidate screening to identify leaders who match your project needs, company culture, and compensation structure.
We work with general contractors, construction management firms, and owner-operators to fill permanent PM roles at all experience levels. Our process begins with a discovery call to understand your project portfolio, team structure, and leadership philosophy. We then activate our network—including passive candidates who may not be actively job-searching—and screen all applicants through our proprietary assessment system, which evaluates technical competency, safety orientation, and team fit before any interviews occur.
In Seattle, construction project managers typically earn a base salary between **$130K and $180K**, depending on experience level, project scope, and company size. Senior PMs with strong P&L ownership may command higher ranges. We publish quarterly updates to our Salary Guide with real placement data across commercial, civil, multifamily, and industrial verticals.
Seattle’s construction market — what’s driving demand for Project Managers
Seattle’s construction industry remains robust, anchored by strong multifamily demand in urban core neighborhoods, ongoing commercial office and retail reuse projects, and sustained civil infrastructure work across the greater metro area. The city’s growth constraints—limited developable land, strict zoning, complex permitting—create opportunities for PMs who excel at stakeholder coordination and schedule optimization.
Three sectors are particularly active. Multifamily residential development continues despite market headwinds, requiring PMs who understand vertical construction, union labor coordination, and density compliance. Commercial construction includes office conversions, hospitality, and mixed-use projects that demand adaptability and value engineering. Civil and transportation work, funded by state and federal programs, provides steady employment for PMs with heavy highway or underground utility experience.
The region’s tight labor market and high cost of living mean qualified PMs are actively courted. Companies that move fast, offer competitive packages, and communicate clearly have a significant hiring advantage.
Project Manager salary in Seattle (2026)
Based on Amundson Group’s most recent placement data, construction project managers in Seattle earn a base salary range of **$130K to $180K**, with additional compensation (bonus, profit-sharing, vehicle allowance) often pushing total packages to $160K–$210K for mid-career and senior roles.
Salary varies by sub-specialty and company profile. Project managers in multifamily residential typically fall toward the mid-to-upper end of this range; those in civil construction or industrial may command premium rates due to specialization. Smaller regional firms sometimes offer lower base with higher bonus upside; large national contractors often structure around mid-range base with equity or stock options. For a detailed breakdown across project manager, superintendent, project engineer, estimator, and operations leadership roles, see our Salary Guide.
Why Seattle construction companies work with Amundson Group
Amundson Group operates nationwide with deep roots in the construction industry. We combine old-school relationship capital—two decades of referrals and contractor partnerships—with modern AI-assisted screening, which dramatically reduces time-to-interview and improves candidate quality.
Our retained search model means we’re invested in your success. We don’t operate on volume; we focus on finding the right person for the right role. We understand construction P&L, safety culture, and union dynamics. We’ve placed senior PMs with firms managing $50M to $500M+ project portfolios, and we know which candidates can scale with your company.
Speed matters in construction. We typically deliver vetted candidates within 2–3 weeks of engagement and can move faster for urgent hires. Our AI screening process eliminates unqualified applicants before they reach your desk, letting your team focus on culture fit and final interviews.
Hire a Construction Project Manager in Seattle
Ready to fill a project manager role in Seattle? Contact Amundson Group to discuss your search. We’ll guide you through our process, source from our regional network, and present only candidates who meet your technical and cultural requirements. Start your retained search today.
You can also browse current open positions in construction across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.