Public Works Project Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year, based on experience

We are seeking an experienced Public Works Project Manager to lead construction projects from pre-construction planning through final closeout. This position is responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, documentation, safety compliance, and client relationships while ensuring successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five (5) years of direct Public Works construction experience and a strong understanding of public agency contracts, project documentation, compliance requirements, and construction delivery processes.

Candidates with experience in both Public Works estimating and project management are strongly preferred.

• Manage Public Works construction projects from planning through completion and closeout
• Coordinate with public agencies, owners, inspectors, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, and reporting requirements to ensure successful delivery
• Identify project risks, resolve issues, and communicate solutions to leadership
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, addenda, submittals, and project documents for accuracy and compliance
• Support Superintendents with project scheduling, sequencing, and production planning
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget

• Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, pay applications, permits, inspections, and closeout documents
• Review plans and specifications to identify constructability issues, scope gaps, and potential cost impacts
• Maintain accurate project records, including photos, as-built documentation, redlines, and compliance records
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, public agency standards, building codes, and safety regulations

• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure project milestones are met
• Review subcontractor documentation including insurance certificates, contracts, schedules of values, and safety requirements
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, quality, and compliance
• Conduct job walks and quality reviews throughout each phase of construction
• Manage punch lists and ensure successful project completion

• Promote a strong safety culture by following company safety policies and conducting regular safety meetings
• Ensure job sites maintain high standards for safety, organization, and cleanliness
• Collaborate effectively with Operations Managers, Superintendents, Project Coordinators, and project teams
• Provide leadership that promotes teamwork, accountability, and positive project outcomes

• Minimum 5 years of direct Public Works construction experience required
• Proven experience managing Public Works construction projects from start to finish
• Strong knowledge of public agency contracts, specifications, documentation, and compliance requirements
• Experience with project scheduling, cost control, change management, and subcontractor coordination
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry best practices
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions

• Experience with both Public Works estimating and project management
• Experience with ground-up…