Project Manager – Heavy Civil

Project Manager – Heavy Civil / Transportation
Full-Time | Greater Phoenix Area
Salary | Up to $170,000/year + $14k vehicle allowance + Benefits

Inside Avenue is actively recruiting an experienced Project Manager on behalf of a respected heavy civil contractor specializing in transportation, roadway, and infrastructure construction across Arizona. This is an opportunity to lead complex public and private development projects while contributing to one of the region’s most trusted and established construction teams.


Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Up to $170,000/year, based on experience
  
  
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  
  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holiday pay, and sick leave
  
  
• Life insurance coverage and wellness programs
  
  
• Company vehicle provided + vehicle allowance between $950 - $1,200 per month
  
  
• Opportunities for career development and leadership growth
  
  

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will oversee all phases of heavy civil construction projects—ensuring they’re delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This position requires an experienced professional with a strong technical background, leadership presence, and the ability to build lasting client and team relationships.

Projects may include highways, roadway reconstruction, land/site development, utilities, grading, drainage systems, and related infrastructure. The ideal candidate has experience working with municipal agencies or residential developers on large-scale sitework and transportation projects exceeding $5M.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project planning, scheduling, and financial management
  
  
• Review project proposals, budgets, and staffing needs to establish execution plans
  
  
• Manage subcontractor awards, purchase orders, and change order negotiations
  
  
• Oversee permitting, submittals, and design coordination activities
  
  
• Track progress reports, cost forecasting, and performance metrics
  
  
• Provide hands-on leadership to project staff and field teams to ensure productivity and accountability
  
  
• Resolve technical and operational challenges promptly to maintain project momentum
  
  
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and quality objectives
  
  
• Direct project close-out activities, including final quantities, documentation, and client acceptance
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
  
  
• 10+ years of experience managing heavy civil or transportation construction projects
  
  
• Strong understanding of mass excavation, grading, utilities, concrete, paving, and signalization
  
  
• Proven leadership skills in coordinating project teams and subcontractors
  
  
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
  
  
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  
  
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed
  
  

Why This Role?

• This is a career-defining opportunity to join a company known for its integrity, technical excellence, and long-standing presence in the Arizona construction industry.
• You’ll have the autonomy to lead multimillion-dollar transportation projects while working within a collaborative, family-oriented culture that values hard work, innovation, and growth.

Ready to lead major transportation and infrastructure projects that shape Arizona’s future?

• Apply today to take the next step in your heavy civil construction career.