Construction Manager

careers-carollo; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work options

Job summary

Carollo Engineers, a leading water-focused engineering firm, seeks an experienced Construction Manager to oversee budgets, schedules, and performance on water and wastewater facilities.

The role requires strong leadership, client interaction, and meticulous project control to deliver high-quality results within time and budget constraints.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years in managing construction of water and wastewater facilities.
• Last 5 years of experience should include projects > $30M in value.
• Thorough understanding of CM processes and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor budgets and schedule for multiple small to mid-size projects.
• Perform constructability reviews and provide engineering support.
• Ensure construction quality and safety on-site.
• Prepare contract documents, reports, and negotiations.
• Mentor entry to mid-level engineers and inspectors.

Skills

Construction management

Budget monitoring

Client & team communication

Leadership & mentoring

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor or Associate degree in Engineering

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Bentley PWCM (EADOC)

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for budget monitoring
• Manage multiple small to mid size projects simultaneously
• Perform constructability reviews as Engineering support on projects in design.
• Monitors and enforces construction quality
• Responsible for monitoring, observing and reporting on safety issues of the project site
• Prepares monthly contract status reports, budget reviews, amendment requests and negotiations
• Coordinates personnel and construction activities with other construction managers throughout the companies
• Develops portions of proposals and prepares meeting agendas
• Prepares and negotiates contracts
• Responsible for identifying potential projects, writing proposals, making presentations, drafting letters and participating in interviews
• Mentor and train entry to mid level resident engineers, RPR's, and Inspectors
• Report and letter writing

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years experience in managing the construction of water and wastewater facilities; the last 5 years of experience should include projects with a construction value of over $30 million
• Requires thorough understanding of construction management processes and in-depth financial understanding of construction management.
• Ability to work independently and have strong personnel management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors and lead engineer/project team, and deliver high quality services within budget and schedule constraints
• Detail orientated and extremely organized
• Work within a team environment and communicate clearly to lead engineer, clients and contractor
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to learn quickly
• Strong knowledge of construction management software includingPrimavera P6 and Bentley PWCM (EADOC)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of construction methods, standards, specifications and plans
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Strong computer and internet skills
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of OSHA 30-hour safety course and other construction safety training
• Critical Leadership position that requires project lead experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor Degree in Engineering or a Nationally recognized Construction related program
• Certified Construction Manager or professional engineer

Compensation Range

An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

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