Construction Project Manager Jobs in Arizona
Construction Project Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure development, and residential expansion across one of the fastest-growing Sun Belt states, with openings from entry-level assistant project managers through senior program directors. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale lead hiring activity, anchored by firms like D.R. Horton, Kiewit, and Hensel Phelps, all of which maintain a sustained presence in the Arizona market. Water and transportation infrastructure, multifamily residential, and data center construction are among the most actively hiring specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Construction Project Coordinator
Location: Tempe Arizona
Reports to: Project Manager
About Us:
University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group. Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, operations, and maintenance. UMEC is a full-service mechanical contractor serving the western United States. UMEC is an industry leader in BIM technology, and innovative design-assist services for complex mechanical systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and piping systems for commercial, institutional, high tech, industrial and military clients.
Summary
University Mechanical is currently seeking a Project Coordinator to perform the jobsite administrative duties and functions for projects in various markets including Semiconductor, Data Center Markets, Healthcare, Higher Education, Data Center, Manufacturing, and a wide range of other markets. The position requires at least 2-3 years of administrative experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.
- The Project Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining project documentation including contract documents, subcontract documents, purchase orders, insurance certificates, safety training records, safety inspection reports, correspondence, and other project documentation.
- Receive, and distribute mail and prepare packages for shipping
- Accurately maintain various project logs and spreadsheets
- Various other administrative duties and functions that may be assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Requirements
- Must have a minimum of 2-3 years administrative experience, preferably in construction;
- Basic knowledge of Safety, Accounting, Purchasing, Subcontracts, Project Start up & Close-out, Contract, Submittals, Pre-Planning, Scheduling, Project Evaluations, Project Changes, and Operating Procedures;
- Must have demonstrated knowledge and work experience showing the ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Programs including, but not limited to Microsoft (Excel, Word, Project, Access, & Powerpoint), Bluebeam Revu PDF editing, and Vista-Viewpoint (Project Management & Accounting Software);
- UMEC requires all new hires to be vaccinated for COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to show proof of a complete COVID-19 vaccination. University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. (UMEC) is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.
Required Attributes
The requirements listed below are representative of the characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.
- Must have professional customer service skills with the clients and subcontractors.
- Must prioritize in a fast paced multi-task environment with organization skills.
- Must have demonstrated ability to perform basic business mathematical functions.
- Must work with minimal supervision.
- Must effectively manage time and details.
- Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Must have organizational skills in handling & archiving technical data.
- Must comply with all operating policies, procedures, plans, and programs.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Language Skills
Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.
While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project manager jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field required
- Five or more years of experience managing commercial or residential construction projects
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Project
- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, budgets, and construction schedules simultaneously
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred or required by most Arizona employers
- PMP or CCM credential recognized as a strong differentiator in competitive Arizona applications
Construction Project Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project manager in Arizona?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, followed by field experience in a project engineer or superintendent role. Arizona does not issue a state construction project manager license, but many employers require or strongly prefer a Certified Construction Manager credential from the Construction Management Association of America. Building a portfolio of completed projects and obtaining an OSHA certification strengthens any Arizona application considerably.
How much do construction project managers make in Arizona?
Construction project managers in Arizona earn a median of about $114,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,990 for the lowest 10% to over $168,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring construction project managers in Arizona right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, Burns & McDonnell, and EMERY SAPP & SONS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's sustained population growth and active infrastructure pipeline mean large general contractors and national homebuilders consistently maintain open construction project manager roles across the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most construction project manager jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson account for the most construction project manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its scale as a major commercial and residential development hub, while Tucson draws steady demand from university expansion and public infrastructure projects, and Scottsdale and the broader East Valley attract openings tied to mixed-use and high-end commercial development.
Are there remote construction project manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project management is an inherently site-dependent role, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 22% of construction project manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve pre-construction planning, estimating, or owner-side program management rather than active field supervision.
How can I get hired as a construction project manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a project engineer or project coordinator role, which large Arizona general contractors like Kitchell and Ryan Companies regularly hire for at the entry level. Graduates from Arizona State University's construction management program and University of Arizona's civil engineering department are recruited directly by these firms. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour card and completing an internship with a Phoenix-area homebuilder or commercial contractor gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for that first role.
Where can I find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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