Construction Project Manager

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa County in Phoenix is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee flood-control construction projects, ensuring work aligns with plans and specifications and coordinating with contractors, engineers, and agencies.

The CPM will manage multi‑million‑dollar initiatives, implement field modifications with proper approvals, and work to protect lives and property during flood events while meeting schedule and budget goals.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience managing large capital-improvement projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, public administration, business administration, or closely related field.
• Equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, manage, and inspect flood control projects; oversee and coordinate the activities of staff and contractors to ensure projects meet standards, plans, budgets and specifications.
• Inspect and monitor projects under contract; resolve discrepancies between field conditions and design plans; recommend solutions to complex issues.
• Evaluate need for design changes and provide recommendations; review plans for compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
• Prepare monthly pay estimates for construction contracts and review lab tests of materials.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Posting Date

09/03/26

Application Deadline

09/08/26

Pay Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $74,000 - $97,250 annually
Full Pay Range: $74,000 - $120,500 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

Flood Control District

About the Position

The Construction Project Manager (CPM) manages complex flood‑control construction projects and components, providing technical management expertise for multi‑million‑dollar projects. The CPM ensures flood control structures are built to approved plans and specifications, making in-the-field modifications with appropriate approvals as necessary, so the final project functions as designed to protect people and property during flooding events. You will work closely with the Contractor, the Engineer‑of‑Record, and with various project partners and agencies.

About Us

Flood Control? In a desert? Absolutely!

Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons – the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest‑growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose


• Tuition reimbursement


• Exceptional work‑life balance


• 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, Maricopa County Kids Club, 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 an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1


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We Require

• Four years of experience managing large projects in capital improvement, scoping, design, and construction, engineering, architecture, urban planning, traffic/roadway, or related scopes


• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, urban planning, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field


• An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or job‑related experience may substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis

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

• Experience with projects budgeted over $1 million dollars


• Public works project experience.


• A valid certificate from a nationally recognized institute for certification in engineering or construction technologies and/or relevant public works construction experience, such as NICET, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or OSHA 10-Hour / OSHA 30-Hour Construction

Job Contributions

• Plan, coordinate, manage, and inspect flood control projects; oversee and coordinate the activities of Construction Management Specialists and contractors to assure projects are constructed according to standards, plans, budget, and specifications


• Inspect and monitor projects under contract; resolve discrepancies between field conditions and design plans; recommend methods of resolving complex problems


• Evaluate the need for design changes and make appropriate recommendations; review plans for conformity to engineering standards, constructability, and state and federal regulations


• Write various analytical reports; make technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with various projects; review laboratory tests of materials


• Participate in the development of project design concepts and criteria


• Assure project deliverables meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements. Perform technical reviews of shop drawings and other submittals


• Determine and document work completed, and materials used; prepare monthly pay estimates for construction contracts


• Attend pre‑construction and regular meetings with clients, contractors, and other concerned parties to review project progress and to facilitate the resolution of construction issues. Respond to questions from citizens and agencies on the projects and construction documents


• Monitor Storm Water Prevention Protection Plan standards to assure National Pollution Elimination System stormwater requirements are met

Working Conditions

• Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, or requires walking or standing to a significant degree


• Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration

Protective Equipment Required

Personal protective equipment will be required while on construction sites and will be provided.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications


• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile


• Must pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety‑sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.