Senior Project Manager Transportation Division

Wondercareerservices
  • Tucson, Arizona
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Senior Project Manager Transportation Division

    Location: Tucson, AZ

    Country: United States

    Salary: $95K - $125K

    Description:

    We are actively seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to join our Transportation Division based in Tucson, AZ. This position is ideal for professionals with a solid background in transportation-related constructionparticularly highways, roadways, and bridgesas well as underground utility infrastructure. The right candidate brings demonstrated career longevity, hands-on leadership, and a well-rounded portfolio of successful projects. Asphalt experience is a strong advantage.

    Key Qualifications

    • Proven experience managing transportation construction projects: highways, roadways, and bridges
    • Strong knowledge of underground utility systems, including water, gas, electric, and piping
    • Broad project exposure; asphalt experience is highly preferred
    • A record of long-term commitment and success in previous roles

    Responsibilities

    Estimator Functions

    • Apply innovative, analytical thinking to develop accurate project estimates
    • Perform detailed risk assessments for each bid opportunity
    • Prepare and submit estimates in accordance with project and contract requirements
    • Interpret and analyze plans, specifications, and scope of work documents
    • Lead and mentor junior team members in:

      • Distributing RFPs to subcontractors and vendors
      • Coordinating quantity take-offs
      • Evaluating subcontractor/vendor quotes
      • Participating in project hand-off meetings

    Project Management Duties

    • Oversee day-to-day project execution, coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and client stakeholders
    • Lead project meetings to monitor and address safety, quality, schedule, and productivity
    • Track and manage project budgets; prepare and present monthly forecasts
    • Submit pay applications and address project-related issues as they arise
    • Support and guide Project Engineers in:

      • Reviewing subcontractor pay applications
      • Submitting change orders and RFIs
      • Preparing closeout documentation
    • Carry out additional responsibilities as needed, in line with project scope and company goals

    Project Types Youll Work On

    • Infrastructure: Highways, roadways, bridges, underground utilities, concrete, earthwork, and paving
    • Utilities: Water treatment and wastewater facilities, booster systems, reservoir rehabilitation
    • Development: Site development and supporting infrastructure
    • Job Order Contracts (JOC): Experience with JOC delivery methods is a plus

    Physical Demands & Work Conditions

    • Regular use of hands, computer operation, and effective communication
    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate construction sites
    • Exposure to both office and field environments, including variable weather and terrain
    • Occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines

    Why Work With Us?

    Were more than builderswere a team of employee-owners who believe in delivering excellence, growing careers, and making a lasting impact. As a 100% employee-owned company, we foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and development.

    Our Benefits

    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Share in the success
    • Competitive salary with annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Personalized Professional Development programs
    • Medical Insurance BCBS (HSA & PPO options)
    • Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
    • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • Voluntary Insurance Options Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
    • Team-Building Events Annual picnic, Boot Bucks, Employee Choice Awards, and more

    Join us and help shape the infrastructure of tomorrowwhile building a career youre proud of.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationTucson, Arizona

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Bid Analysisunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Operationsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Project Managementunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Pipingunmatched
    • Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)unmatched
    • Project Developmentunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Project Estimatesunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Trackingunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Roadway Constructionunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
    • Water Treatmentunmatched
    • Water Utilityunmatched

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