Project Manager (Paving)

Keeley-Construction-3; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Construction in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Project Manager for our Self-Perform Paving Group. You will lead development of plans, schedules, and resource allocations to meet production and contract requirements while coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, client communication, and controlling project finances. You will drive process improvements, manage risks, and guide field operations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience; asphalt paving background preferred.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with project management and scheduling tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to meet production and contract requirements.
• Manage project coordination with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and company policies; promote a culture of safety on all job sites.
• Oversee quality control activities, including jobsite inspections, documentation, and corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular project updates, resolving issues, and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and internal leadership to align expectations and support project success.
• Maintain responsibility for project financial performance, including budget development, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve field or project challenges impacting scope, schedule, cost, or quality.
• Drive process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve project execution and outcomes.
• Lead and participate in project meetings, documenting action items, follow-ups, and reporting progress to management.
• Coordinate and support field operations by working onsite as needed and providing direction to field crews and staff.
• Ensure all project documentation is accurate and complete, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, production reports, and closeout deliverables.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, cost calculations, historical cost analysis, subcontractor and supplier quote comparisons, risk identification, cost database maintenance, and review of project plans and specifications using estimating tools.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling tools

Job description

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

Keeley Construction is looking to hire a Project Manager for our Self-Perform Paving Group in Phoenix, AZ.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to meet production and contract requirements.
• Manage project coordination with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and company policies; promote a culture of safety on all job sites.
• Oversee quality control activities, including jobsite inspections, documentation, and corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular project updates, resolving issues, and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and internal leadership to align expectations and support project success.
• Maintain responsibility for project financial performance, including budget development, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve field or project challenges impacting scope, schedule, cost, or quality.
• Drive process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve project execution and outcomes.
• Lead and participate in project meetings, documenting action items, follow-ups, and reporting progress to management.
• Coordinate and support field operations by working onsite as needed and providing direction to field crews and staff.
• Ensure all project documentation is accurate and complete, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, production reports, and closeout deliverables.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, cost calculations, historical cost analysis, subcontractor and supplier quote comparisons, risk identification, cost database maintenance, and review of project plans and specifications using estimating tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience required. Background in asphalt paving preferred.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management and scheduling tools preferred.

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