Construction Project Manager (CIP)

City of Chandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer time off

Business casual dress

Medical plans and dental/vision

Vacation accrual - 130 hours

Sick leave - 96 hours

Holidays - 12 plus Winter Break

ASRS retirement system match

Deferred compensation contributions

Wellness program $350 incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Recreation center membership

Remote work options when available

Job summary

The City of Chandler is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead the Capital Improvements Division within Public Works & Utilities. The role follows a 6:00 am–3:00 pm schedule with potential flex arrangements after a 6-month probation.

The ideal candidate will manage planning, procurement, and construction across water, roadway, facilities, and parks projects, including site visits and quality oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Park Administration or related field.
• 4 years of experience in construction management or related design fields.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Ability to perform site visits and supervise field inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of construction planning and project management for city capital projects.
• Administer related contracts and procurement for transportation, utilities, and buildings.
• Conduct site visits and supervise field inspections during construction.
• Identify areas needing attention and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction-related field

Tools

Project management software

Estimating software

Spreadsheets

Reporting tools

Job description

The City of Chandler Public Works & Utilities Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Construction Project Manager within the Capital Improvement Division. The position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm with the potential of considering a flex schedule upon completion of a 6-month probationary period.

Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and collaborative environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays annually, plus Winter Break leave the end of 2026
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)

Who we are

The Capital Improvements Division of the Public Works & Utilities Department is one of six American Public Works Association (APWA) Accredited agencies in the State and one of a few ADOT Certified Agencies for the administration of design and construction for State and Federally grant funded transportation projects. This division is responsible for the management and coordination of the orderly design and construction of the City's capital infrastructure in the Capital Improvement Program, including procurement of professional services, design, construction and construction management for transportation, utilities, public buildings, community services and other general government improvements.

Who we are looking for

Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone to perform the full range of construction planning, construction project management, construction related contract administration for various city capital projects as assigned. This includes water/wastewater improvements, roadway improvements, parks and recreation, buildings/facilities, housing, etc. The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for performing site visits and supervising/managing field inspections of projects under construction; identifying areas in need of attention.

Minimum qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Park Administration or a related field, and
• 4 years of experience in construction management or architectural, mechanical, and electrical engineering design, and
• A valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record, or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired qualifications

• Knowledge of standard construction documentation, including contract documents, critical path schedules, RFIs, submittals, pay applications and schedule of values, change orders, and documentation configuration management flow and controls.
• Ability to ascertain and disseminate the constructability buildability of a project, problem-solving costs, and risk in design.
• Aptitude to prepare and present construction status/progress to varying groups, IE; Stakeholders, Clients, management, colleagues, etc.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of project management software, estimating, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.