Project Manager

Kitchell; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchell is seeking an experienced Project Manager based in Phoenix, AZ, willing to travel to support regional projects. The role focuses on on-site execution, building client and design-team partnerships, mentoring field staff, and ensuring safety, quality, and profitability.

Travel to various Arizona sites is expected. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction management, with a Bachelor’s degree in CM or related field, or 10+ years of equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of project management experience in construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM, engineering, architecture, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to travel across Arizona and manage multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site execution for high-impact projects in Arizona.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and cost forecasts.
• Review design and construction documents for budget and schedule conformance.
• Coordinate bidding, subcontracts, and change orders with stakeholders.
• Mentor field staff and ensure safety, quality, and profitability.
• Prepare monthly reports and presentations for owners and management.

Skills

Project management

Budget control

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

10+ years in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Job description

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking an experienced Project Manager based in Phoenix, Arizona, with a strong willingness to travel to support regional and outlying projects across the state. When not traveling for a project, this role would be assigned to projects in the Phoenix Metro area. This role will be leading on-site execution for high-impact projects. In this position, you will build lasting partnerships with clients and design teams, mentor field staff, and ensure projects meet Kitchell’s standards for safety, quality, and profitability wherever our work takes you.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement assigned duties with an exceptional level of accuracy, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain a professional working relationship with the owner, design team, clients, building officials, municipality representatives, architects, engineers, designers, subcontractors, suppliers, etc.
• Ensure all project estimates are prepared in accordance with the requirements of the project. Become familiar with each estimate to fully support its integrity.
• Review and monitor all design and construction phase documents for conformance with the budget, schedule, and prime contract.
• Prepare instructions and coordinate the bidding process; review subcontractor bids for conformance, qualifications, and financial factors.
• Write and review contracts and proposals; negotiate for changes to conform with company standards and practical expectations.
• Initiate pertinent permits, contract insurance, bond, and company information needs. Ensure compliance with the prime contract.
• Negotiate and prepare subcontracts, contract purchase orders, agreement change orders, and change order requests.
• Confer with the Project Superintendent and the Director of Scheduling to provide input for the pre-bid and master construction schedule. Ensure the preparation of the detailed construction phase schedule.
• Monitor the financial responsibility and past performance of subcontractors prior to award of any subcontract. Prepare subcontractor pre-award checklist.
• Review the subcontract pre-billing worksheet and monthly progress payment request; and monitor payment receipts and disbursements.
• Motivate workforce, provide communications, and take measures to ensure that all elements are cooperating and coordinating efforts for maximum efficiency and quality throughout the project.
• Control job cost system, information, and analysis.
• Prepare monthly project forecasts, cost reports, and construction billing forecasts and other monthly project reports as required.
• Prepare progress reports for owners and management, and make presentations with recommendations for changes.
• Assure all project activities and closeout efforts are executed after proper planning has been done to conform to standards and specifications.
• Utilize safe work practices and follow directives, policies, and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment as outlined in the intranet Safety Manual.
• Assist in the planning and monitoring of the quality control program as outlined in the company Quality Assurance Manual, including roofing daily reports and inspections.
• Supervise, mentor, and conduct quarterly check‑ins for all employees assigned to this position.
• Perform regular performance reviews as required by company policy.

Education And Experience

• A minimum of five (7) years of prior experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• OR a minimum of ten (12) years of work experience in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field can be considered.

Travel Requirement

• Travel as needed in support of Arizona projects throughout the state.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Record free from restrictions or suspensions.
• Ability to drive a motorized vehicle.

About Our Company

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and, over the years, developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more. Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.