Civil Project Manager Jobs in Arizona
Civil project manager jobs in Arizona are in strong and sustained demand, concentrated in infrastructure development, water and wastewater systems, transportation, and land development across a state still building out at pace. Phoenix, Tucson, and Chandler are the primary hiring metros, with major employers like AECOM, Jacobs Engineering, and the Arizona Department of Transportation maintaining consistent civil project management teams across the state. The most sought-after specializations are highway and roadway design, municipal utility infrastructure, and large-scale master-planned community development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Manage job controls to ensure compliance with contract, budget, schedule, forecasting and job costing.
Develop and maintain project schedule to ensure work is completed on time and under budget.
Manage project engineering assignments to ensure work is completed on time and under budget.
Manage project engineering activities to ensure compliance with company, contract and schedule requirements.
Provide technical support in construction planning, quality control, interpretation of design, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, and constructability reviews to ensure successful job completion.
Develop, implement and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents to ensure clarification of roles.
Represent company, project and/or department during client and project management meetings to ensure effective communication.
Develop and maintain all job reporting and logs to ensure project compliance.
Supervise, direct, and mentor project staff to ensure individual development and that project standards are met.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.
Work Experience
4+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc. plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.
Additional Requirements/Skills
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Team player
Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive
#LI-TB1
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$72,355.00 - $108,534.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Manage job controls to ensure compliance with contract, budget, schedule, forecasting and job costing.
Develop and maintain project schedule to ensure work is completed on time and under budget.
Manage project engineering assignments to ensure work is completed on time and under budget.
Manage project engineering activities to ensure compliance with company, contract and schedule requirements.
Provide technical support in construction planning, quality control, interpretation of design, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, and constructability reviews to ensure successful job completion.
Develop, implement and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents to ensure clarification of roles.
Represent company, project and/or department during client and project management meetings to ensure effective communication.
Develop and maintain all job reporting and logs to ensure project compliance.
Supervise, direct, and mentor project staff to ensure individual development and that project standards are met.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.
Work Experience
4+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AGTEK Take-off and Primavera Scheduling software.
Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc. plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.
Additional Requirements/Skills
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Team player
Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive
#LI-TB1
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$72,355.00 - $108,534.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
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Civil Project Manager Job Market in Arizona
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- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Construction & Real Estate5
- Manufacturing1
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil project manager jobs across Arizona.
- Arizona-registered Professional Engineer (PE) license or active reciprocity registration in Arizona
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Five or more years of civil project management or civil engineering project delivery experience
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credential
- Proficiency with civil design and project management software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or Primavera P6
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors on municipal or transportation infrastructure projects
Civil Project Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil project manager in Arizona?
The standard path begins with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, followed by gaining professional experience and obtaining a Professional Engineer license through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. From there, moving into project management typically involves leading progressively larger projects, and many employers expect or prefer a PMP certification alongside the PE registration.
How much do civil project managers make in Arizona?
Civil project managers in Arizona earn a median of about $99,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,050 for the lowest 10% to over $161,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil project managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring civil project managers in Arizona right now include Ardurra, EMERY SAPP & SONS, and Granite Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's sustained population growth and public infrastructure investment keep large engineering consultancies, municipal utilities, and state transportation agencies consistently active in this market.
Which Arizona cities have the most civil project manager jobs?
The cities with the most civil project manager openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson. The Phoenix metro drives the bulk of demand because of its scale of active transportation, water infrastructure, and land development projects, while Tucson's concentration of municipal utility and university-linked infrastructure work supports a steady secondary market.
Are there remote civil project manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil project management is a field that requires frequent site visits, contractor coordination, and in-person agency meetings, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 48% of civil project manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those flexible arrangements tend to apply to project controls, scheduling, or senior program oversight roles rather than field-facing positions.
How can I get hired as a civil project manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a staff or junior civil engineer with firms like AECOM, Terracon, or a Phoenix-area municipal engineering consultancy that routinely hires new graduates into project support roles. Earning your Engineer in Training designation through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration early signals seriousness, and experience assisting on ADOT or City of Phoenix water infrastructure projects builds the background that project manager roles require.
Where can I find and apply to civil project manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to civil project manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.
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