Senior Construction Manager - Water infrastructure

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Construction Manager to join our Water Business Group in Arizona. The ideal candidate will take responsibility for subcontractor coordination, scheduling, and quality control, develop construction management plans, and perform a variety of construction management activities.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for subcontractor coordination, scheduling, and quality control
• Prepare the Project Management Plan of Construction Management Plan
• Develop procedures for executing construction contract administration such as document, change, time, cost, quality and safety management, and implement procedures in coordination with the project team
• Perform additional construction management activities, including development procurement-construction schedules, construction subcontract scopes, review of subcontract terms and conditions, performance of constructability and value engineering reviews, construction estimating and schedule reviews, and project construction performance presentations
• Administer and manage construction activities
• Maintain oversight of the design process as it relates to construction requirements
• Coordinate local bidding efforts for quotes obtained in the field
• Aid in procurement of purchase orders and subcontract packages
• Coordinate document management
• Review or coordinate review of construction submittals including shop drawings and pay applications
• Prepare, issue, and negotiate Change Orders
• Review and analyze baseline and updated construction schedules
• Control the project budget and schedule
• Coordinate and manage project quality assurance and control, and inspection services
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with the Health and Safety Program through communication and inspections
• Prepare and update project schedules, pay requests, and daily, weekly, and monthly progress, budget, and schedule management reports
• Coordinate local bidding efforts
• Take responsibility for project setup and temporary facilities
• Take on other duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including but not limited to construction contracts; document, time, cost, and quality management; change management; and site safety
• Experience with estimating software (Timberline), scheduling software (Primavera P3 or SureTrak), and project management software (Prolog)
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Experience with estimating software, scheduling software, project management software and web-based collaboration software for the exchange of documents

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Previous experience with water infrastructure construction projects
• Experience with estimating software, scheduling software, project management software and web-based collaboration software for the exchange of documents

Skills

Strong people skills and the ability to interact with the Owner, Engineer, Contractor and other project stakeholders are essential. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Benefits

As an employee-owner at HDR, you will enjoy benefits such as:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Employee ownership program
• Health and wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Community involvement and volunteer programs

Pay

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a Full-time position.

Business Class

This is a Field Services position.

Job Posting

The job posting was last updated on August 27, 2026.

Company Information

HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. We are committed to the principles of employment equity and fostering a supportive environment where each employee is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.