Project Manager - Dry Utility Construction

CyberCoders; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead dry utility and underground construction projects from pre-construction through closeout in Tempe, AZ. You will plan, schedule, budget, permit and manage subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires strong stakeholder communication and hands-on experience with trenching, conduit, vaults, and utility coordination. Proficiency with MS Project or Primavera and CAD/GIS is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PM experience in dry/underground utility projects.
• Experience managing schedules, budgets and contracts.
• Familiar with trenching, conduit, vaults and utility coordination.
• Knowledge of permitting, locating and traffic control.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery for dry utility and underground construction, including planning and budgeting.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors and on-site crews; administer contracts and change orders.
• Coordinate permitting, utility locates, traffic control and ROW access.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, cost forecasts and progress reports.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality standards on site.
• Collaborate with engineers, surveyors and designers to resolve issues.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders to provide updates and approvals.
• Oversee procurement and logistics for materials like telecom, fiber and conduits.

Skills

Project management

Dry utility

Underground utilities

Scheduling

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

CAD

GIS

Job description

Project Manager Underground Utilities / Dry Utility Construction

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver dry utility and underground construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. The role is responsible for planning, scheduling, budgeting, permitting, contractor management, safety and quality assurance to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget and in compliance with regulatory and client requirements. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with dry utility installations, underground utilities, construction site management and strong stakeholder communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery for dry utility and underground construction projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors and on-site crews; negotiate and administer contracts and change orders.
• Coordinate permitting, utility locates, traffic control, right-of-way access and third-party inspections to maintain project progress and compliance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, cost forecasts and progress reports; proactively identify and mitigate risks and delays.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental and quality standards, enforce site safety plans and lead incident investigations when necessary.
• Work closely with engineers, surveyors and designers to resolve design and constructability issues and incorporate field changes.
• Communicate regularly with clients, municipalities and stakeholders to provide updates, manage expectations and secure approvals.
• Oversee materials procurement and logistics to support timely installation of dry utilities (telecom, fiber, conduit), electrical feeders and other underground utilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Manager experience in construction with specific experience in dry utility and underground utilities projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing construction schedules, budgets, contracts and subcontractors; strong project controls discipline.
• Familiarity with underground construction techniques, trenching, conduit and ductbank installation, vaults, and utility coordination.
• Knowledge of permitting processes, utility locating, traffic control planning and local municipal requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on active construction sites.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera or similar), construction documentation, and basic CAD/GIS familiarity.
• Certifications such as PMP, CCM or OSHA 30 are a plus.