Project Manager – Transportation

Location: Tucson
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Description: Primary Skills for this Role: About the Role: We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Manager for our Transportation Division in Tucson, AZ. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in transportation-related construction, including highways, roadways, and bridges, as well as underground utility infrastructure. Candidates should have proven longevity in previous roles and a well-rounded portfolio of successful projects, particularly those involving asphalt. Key Qualifications: Extensive experience in transportation projects such as highways, roadways, and bridges Knowledge of underground utilities including water, gas, electric, and piping Versatile project experience—asphalt experience is a strong plus Demonstrated stability and career longevity in past positions What You’ll Be Doing: Estimator Responsibilities: Apply innovative and creative thinking to the project estimating process Conduct thorough risk analyses for each bid Prepare and submit estimates in alignment with contract specifications Fully understand project plans, specifications, and scopes of work Lead and mentor Project Engineers/Assistant Estimators in: Distributing RFPs to subcontractors and vendors Coordinating quantity take-offs Reviewing quotes from subcontractors and vendors Participating in project hand-off meetings Project Management Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate project execution with internal teams, subcontractors, and owners Attend and lead project meetings to address safety, quality, schedule, and productivity Monitor job cost tracking and prepare monthly forecasts Submit pay applications and resolve outstanding project issue Guide and mentor Project Engineers in: Reviewing subcontractor pay applications Preparing and submitting change orders and RFIs Coordinating project closeout documentation Perform other duties as needed, as responsibilities may evolve based on project demands Relevant Project Types: Infrastructure: Highways, roadways, bridges, underground utilities, earthwork, concrete, paving Utilities: Wastewater treatment plants, booster and water treatment systems, reservoir rehabilitation Development: Site development and related infrastructure Job Order Contracts (JOC): Experience with JOC projects is a plus Physical Demands & Work Environment: Regularly required to sit, use hands, communicate effectively, and operate computers Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate active construction sites Work involves both office and field environments, including varied outdoor weather conditions Exposure to noise, dust, machinery, and uneven terrain Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines

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