How to hire a capital project manager

How to hire a capital project manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step capital project manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a capital project manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new capital project manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a capital project manager, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect capital project manager also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of capital project manager salaries for various roles:

   Type of Capital Project Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Capital Project Manager	Construction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from start to finish.	$25-56
   Project Superintendent	The construction or project superintendent's role is to oversee the operations of construction sites, from the planning phase to completion. They have varied duties and responsibilities based on specific projects that include scheduling and budgeting, communicating and negotiating with external partners, and acquiring materials and equipment... Show more	$34-63
   Project Supervisor	A project supervisor is someone employed in industries like engineering, construction, manufacturing, as well as design and marketing industries to coordinate all aspects of a project. Common duties include participating in project planning, acting as a communication liaison, coordinating labor needs, and training employees... Show more	$13-46

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Portfolio
   • Construction Management
   • Project Scope
   • Construction Projects
   • Infrastructure
   • HVAC
   • PowerPoint
   • Real Estate
   • CAD
   • Plumbing
   • Cost Estimates
   • OSHA
   • Continuous Improvement

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage clinical trial projects according to study protocol, FDA and sponsor guidelines.
   • Manage special projects including store fixture and flooring upgrades; electrical, HVAC and data modifications.
   • Coordinate operations performance cost effectiveness, preparing submittals and managing request for information (RFI).
   • Manage and conduct the development of a SharePoint base system for providing notifications of application and automation releases throughout the enterprise.
   • Reduce number of emergency repairs and the need for full HVAC replacements.
   • Comply with applicable code and regulatory requirements, including MSHA and OSHA regulations.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your capital project manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A capital project manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, capital project managers' average salary in kansas is 41% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level capital project managers 55% less than senior-level capital project managers.
   • Certifications. A capital project manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a capital project manager's salary.

   Average capital project manager salary

   $79,852yearly

   $38.39 hourly rate

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   Entry-level capital project manager salary

   $53,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average capital project manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$108,360	$52
   2	New Jersey	$97,411	$47
   3	Maryland	$96,966	$47
   4	New York	$96,696	$46
   5	Ohio	$93,120	$45
   6	Pennsylvania	$88,474	$43
   7	Washington	$86,627	$42
   8	Florida	$86,077	$41
   9	Arizona	$84,647	$41
   10	Illinois	$84,473	$41
   11	Wisconsin	$81,772	$39
   12	Oregon	$80,360	$39
   13	Georgia	$78,135	$38
   14	Massachusetts	$77,774	$37
   15	North Carolina	$77,017	$37
   16	Virginia	$76,969	$37
   17	Michigan	$75,950	$37
   18	District of Columbia	$73,640	$35
   19	Alaska	$71,766	$35
   20	Missouri	$71,713	$34

   Average capital project manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Apple	$133,850	$64.35	20
   2	PBF Energy	$121,329	$58.33
   3	Colonial Pipeline	$117,200	$56.35	3
   4	Intel	$111,661	$53.68	12
   5	Entegris	$109,060	$52.43
   6	Albemarle	$108,076	$51.96	2
   7	Credit Suisse	$106,942	$51.41
   8	Citi	$106,249	$51.08	5
   9	Amgen	$105,146	$50.55	5
   10	Koch Industries	$105,002	$50.48	1
   11	Bristol-Myers Squibb	$104,392	$50.19	7
   12	Alexandria Real Estate Equities	$102,411	$49.24
   13	Bio-Rad Laboratories	$100,685	$48.41
   14	Commonwealth	$100,357	$48.25
   15	Chicago Transit Authority	$99,109	$47.65
   16	Tenet Healthcare	$98,990	$47.59
   17	National Grid plc	$96,274	$46.29
   18	Occidental Petroleum	$95,460	$45.89	2
   19	Veolia Water Tech	$94,258	$45.32	9
   20	Eastman	$93,864	$45.13

4. Writing a capital project manager job description

   A capital project manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a capital project manager job description:

   Capital project manager job description example

   Welcome to Mill Creek! We're glad you're here! At Mill Creek Residential, we believe that every associate is imperative to the success of our organization. We believe in embracing our core values and in the power of People, Places and Relationships.
   
   The Capital Project Manager is responsible for the budgeting, tracking and the completion of designated renovation and major capital projects across the entire MCR portfolio. The Capital Project Manager is responsible for executing projects on time and on budget with as minimal impact to Mill Creek property operations as possible. The Capital Project Manager is responsible for helping to create an efficient policy, process and centralized tracking system for capital and renovation projects across the portfolio. Straight-forward projects with more limited scopes would continue to be completed by the Regional Service Managers, Regional Managers, and Community Managers. The Capital Project Manager serves in an advisory role for these projects.
   The Capital Project Manager reports to the Managing Director of Renovations and Capital Projects.
   
   Essential Functions/Responsibilities
   Budgeting, tracking and completion of designated renovation and major capital projects Budgeting and execution of all major renovation and capital projects following completion of ConstructionSource vendors and bids for major projects Write, review, and execute scopes of work for major projects Write, review, and negotiate construction contracts Help create an efficient policy, process and centralized tracking system for capital and renovation projects across the portfolio Ensure appropriate risk mitigation procedures are implemented Assist in Due Diligence of new Mill Creek Management opportunities Able to successfully use communication and interpersonal skills to properly correspond with executive management, vendors, customers and others at all levels Know and adhere to all policies and procedures contained in the manuals issued by Mill Creek Residential or as otherwise communicated to associates Ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local laws Consistently abide by Fair Housing and OSHA regulations Embody the Mill Creek mission, values and brand promise in all that he or she does All other duties as assigned.
   
   Education and/or Experience
   High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred Minimum of 5 years of experience managing major capital or renovation projects, high rise operations, garden-style, wrap, and podium multi-family buildings, and major facilities Knowledge of mechanical and electrical building infrastructure Energy management experience
   
   About the Benefits of joining the Mill Creek Team
   Competitive compensation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision Employer sponsored short and long term disability, Life and ADD insurance 401k with employer matching Paid time off benefits: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
   
   Mill Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer
   Are you ready to contribute to the success of Mill Creek Residential? If so, apply today and become part of an organization that believes in uncompromising integrity, celebrating successes, continuous improvement, and working hard, smart and together!

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right capital project manager for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your capital project manager job on Zippia to find and recruit capital project manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting capital project managers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new capital project manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the capital project manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new capital project manager first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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