Senior Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage heavy civil and underground utility projects from pre-construction through closeout
• Oversee project scope, budgets, schedules, forecasting, and overall project execution
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants
• Cook up project startup activities and ensure successful project execution from award through final closeout
• Track, manage, and communicate project financials and construction budgets to executive leadership
• Review and approve subcontractor/vendor invoices, change orders, and project documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, contract requirements, specifications, and company procedures
• Facilitate value engineering discussions and proactively resolve project-related issues
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, municipalities, inspectors, and project stakeholders
• Conduct project closeout reviews and gather customer feedback for continuous improvement
• Mentor and develop project management staff and field leadership teams
• Travel to project sites throughout Arizona and surrounding areas as required

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in heavy civil construction project management
• Proven experience managing underground wet utility projects, including water, sewer, and storm drain systems
• Strong knowledge of large-diameter pipeline installation, trenching, excavation, and utility infrastructure
• Proven ability to manage large-scale construction projects from pre-construction through closeout
• Strong understanding of budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and contract administration
• Able to effectively lead teams and coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders
• Strong communication, leadership, and executive reporting skills
• Experience mentoring and developing project management and field operations staff
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards and compliance requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, HCSS, PlanSwift, Smartsheet, and/or MS Project
• OSHA 30 Certification
• PMP Certification and/or advanced education preferred