Senior Project Manager

** Posting Date
** 01/28/26
** Final date to receive applications
** Open Until Filled
** Pay Range**$90,000 - $126,500 annually    Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
** Job Type
** Unclassified
* * Department
* * Transportation
* * About the Position
** Under limited supervision, the Senior Project Manager performs professional engineering work of considerable complexity related to project management of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) projects. This is characterized by overall responsibility and accountability for the entire project scope, schedule, and budget for major scoping and final design projects or programs.
** Proud to Offer
*** Work with a greater purpose
* Tuition reimbursement
* Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
* Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
** We Require
*** Two years of applicable engineering experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Construction, or a related field)
* Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, or by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
** Other Requirements
** Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona Driver's license by the time of hire
** We Also Value
*** Five years of applicable engineering experience
* Project Management Professional (PMP) registration.
* Experience with a minimum of two years in a project management position actively managing roadway, traffic, or transportation-related projects
** Job Contributions
*** Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the project team following processes and procedures; manage consulting engineers, planners, contractors, and other staff to assure proper execution of all phases of the MCDOT TIP program projects
* Coordinate the development of complex project design concepts, detailed plans, design reports, specifications, and estimates for TIP construction projects; facilitate reviews of engineering studies, reports, designs, plans, estimates, and special provisions
* Arrange, conduct, and represent the project team in various meetings, including public information, public hearings, neighborhood associations, and local jurisdictions
* Maintain project schedule and budget by collaborating with discipline leads and consultants to ensure timely progress and cost control
* Provide guidance and assistance to department staff, consultants, and technical advisors on construction and engineering contract issues; provide technical assistance on contract development and requirements, contract objectives, and scope of work
* Prepare, negotiate, and maintain project authorizations, including MOUs, Resolutions, IGAs, and other associated project documents
* Direct and perform the work related to the development of the scope of work, design criteria, project design standards, and specifications; technical review, and ensure conformance to project plans, and to county, state, and federal regulations
* Prepare and present reports on project performance and financial status; participate in various technical and advisory teams, providing advice and information on project status and safety issues; advise, coordinate, and serve on planning and negotiation teams
* Review project documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accepted engineering practices. Seal reports, plans, specifications, and the engineer’s estimates
* Ensure effective communication of issues to…