Sr Project Manager DOT

Peterson Consulting; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and company holidays

Vehicle allowance

Annual bonus opportunity

Job summary

Peterson Consulting is seeking a Senior Project Manager specializing in Heavy Civil Structures and Bridge Construction in Superior, Arizona. This role encompasses project leadership from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring financial performance and team development. With a competitive salary and benefits, this opportunity allows you to lead high-profile infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in bridge construction, project budgeting, and managing complex projects. Join a respected employee-owned company committed to quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction experience with significant bridge and heavy structures experience required.
• Experience managing DOT transportation projects and complex Heavy Civil infrastructure projects.
• Design-Build experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead bridge and heavy civil projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility for assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and quality programs.

Skills

Project budgeting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Senior Project Manager | Heavy Civil Structures & Bridge Construction
Superior, Arizona

Pay: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Make 2026 Your Best Year Yet

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead DOT-focused Heavy Civil projects with an emphasis on bridge structures, structural concrete, and complex infrastructure work in Superior, Arizona. This role is responsible for overall project leadership, financial performance, construction execution, and team development from preconstruction through project closeout.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary ($120k-$160k DOE)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Vehicle allowance and technology package
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Long-term career growth with an industry-leading Heavy Civil contractor
• Opportunity to lead high-profile transportation and infrastructure projects throughout Arizona

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent work experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years of construction experience with significant bridge and heavy structures experience required
• Experience managing DOT transportation projects and complex Heavy Civil infrastructure projects
• Design-Build experience is a plus
• Proven experience with project budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Ability to effectively lead project teams and communicate with all levels of stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to perform in fast-paced environments and provide strong leadership under pressure
• Experience managing self‑perform operations involving structures, concrete, earthwork, utilities, and transportation infrastructure preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Lead bridge and heavy civil projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Maintain full P&L responsibility for assigned projects
• Ensure compliance with company safety and quality programs
• Coordinate labor, equipment, subcontractors, and material suppliers
• Manage all project correspondence with owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders
• Review and approve project payables, payment applications, and invoices
• Prepare and negotiate change orders and claims
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and monthly cost reports
• Coordinate project needs between superintendents, project engineers, field engineers, and support teams
• Negotiate with owners and subcontractors on project-specific matters
• Provide regular progress reporting to leadership
• Mentor and develop project staff and emerging leaders
• Lead successful project closeout activities
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners
• Assist with estimating and preconstruction activities as needed

Why This Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected employee‑owned Heavy Civil contractor with a reputation for delivering some of the most challenging transportation and infrastructure projects in the region. You'll have the opportunity to lead complex bridge and structural projects, work alongside exceptional industry professionals, and directly participate in the long‑term success of the company through employee ownership.