Senior Project Manager – Transportation Division

Location: Tucson, AZ

Country: United States

Salary: $95K - $125K

Start Date:

Description:

We are actively seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to join our Transportation Division based in Tucson, AZ. This position is ideal for professionals with a solid background in transportation-related construction—particularly highways, roadways, and bridges—as well as underground utility infrastructure. The right candidate brings demonstrated career longevity, hands-on leadership, and a well-rounded portfolio of successful projects. Asphalt experience is a strong advantage.


Key Qualifications

  • Proven experience managing transportation construction projects: highways, roadways, and bridges

  • Strong knowledge of underground utility systems, including water, gas, electric, and piping

  • Broad project exposure; asphalt experience is highly preferred

  • A record of long-term commitment and success in previous roles


Responsibilities

Estimator Functions

  • Apply innovative, analytical thinking to develop accurate project estimates

  • Perform detailed risk assessments for each bid opportunity

  • Prepare and submit estimates in accordance with project and contract requirements

  • Interpret and analyze plans, specifications, and scope of work documents

  • Lead and mentor junior team members in:

    • Distributing RFPs to subcontractors and vendors

    • Coordinating quantity take-offs

    • Evaluating subcontractor/vendor quotes

    • Participating in project hand-off meetings

Project Management Duties

  • Oversee day-to-day project execution, coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and client stakeholders

  • Lead project meetings to monitor and address safety, quality, schedule, and productivity

  • Track and manage project budgets; prepare and present monthly forecasts

  • Submit pay applications and address project-related issues as they arise

  • Support and guide Project Engineers in:

    • Reviewing subcontractor pay applications

    • Submitting change orders and RFIs

    • Preparing closeout documentation

  • Carry out additional responsibilities as needed, in line with project scope and company goals


Project Types You’ll Work On

  • Infrastructure: Highways, roadways, bridges, underground utilities, concrete, earthwork, and paving

  • Utilities: Water treatment and wastewater facilities, booster systems, reservoir rehabilitation

  • Development: Site development and supporting infrastructure

  • Job Order Contracts (JOC): Experience with JOC delivery methods is a plus


Physical Demands & Work Conditions

  • Regular use of hands, computer operation, and effective communication

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate construction sites

  • Exposure to both office and field environments, including variable weather and terrain

  • Occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines


Why Work With Us?

We’re more than builders—we’re a team of employee-owners who believe in delivering excellence, growing careers, and making a lasting impact. As a 100% employee-owned company, we foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and development.


Our Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Share in the success

  • Competitive salary with annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Personalized Professional Development programs

  • Medical Insurance – BCBS (HSA & PPO options)

  • Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Voluntary Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity

  • Team-Building Events – Annual picnic, Boot Bucks, Employee Choice Awards, and more


Join us and help shape the infrastructure of tomorrow—while building a career you’re proud of.