Construction Project Manager

Maricopa County; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Growth opportunities within Maricopa

Low-cost healthcare for you and depend

Child care benefits (Maricopa KidsClub

Paid vacation, sick time, parental-lea

Wellness program with incentive

Arizona State Retirement System with —

Job summary

Maricopa County is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee complex flood-control construction projects, providing technical management for multi‑million‑dollar programs and ensuring work adheres to approved plans and specs.

You will work with the Contractor, Engineer‑of‑Record, and project partners to deliver safe, reliable flood protection and implement in‑the‑field modifications with proper approvals so the final facility functions as designed to protect people and property during

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 related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license by time of hire.
• Experience with projects budgeted over $1 million.
• Public works project experience.
• Certification such as NICET, CCM, PMP, or OSHA 10/30.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage, and inspect flood control projects to ensure plans, budget, and specs are met.
• Inspect contracts; resolve discrepancies between field conditions and design plans.
• Evaluate need for design changes and review plans for standards and regs.
• Prepare monthly pay estimates for construction contracts.
• Attend pre-construction and progress meetings with clients and contractors.
• Respond to questions from citizens and agencies about projects and docs.
• Monitor stormwater requirements to meet permits and regulations.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder coordination

Field oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

PMP certification

OSHA 10/30 training

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!

Benefits

• 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

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

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.

Work 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Company Overview

We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!