Design Project Manager Jobs in Arizona
Design Project Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in architecture, construction, interior design, and technology sectors, with openings at every level from junior project coordinator through senior program manager. The largest hiring metros are Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale, where established employers like Intel, Banner Health, and Hensel Phelps consistently recruit design project managers for major capital, facilities, and product initiatives. The most in-demand specialties in Arizona include construction design management, UX and digital product design, and integrated facilities project delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
Canfield Engineering & Integration (CEI) is an Arizona-based electrical, instrumentation and controls engineering and system integration firm serving water, wastewater, municipal, mining and industrial clients throughout the Southwest. CEI provides electrical engineering, instrumentation and controls engineering, PLC and SCADA programming, construction support, and project and equipment management.
We are seeking a Project Manager to support our Design and Engineering Group. This role owns schedule, budget and client communication across a portfolio of electrical, instrumentation and controls design projects, keeping design packages moving from kickoff through issued-for-construction. You will work alongside licensed engineers, senior designers and our business development team to deliver high-quality, on-time design deliverables for municipal and industrial clients across Arizona and the Southwest.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the technical lead on projects.
- Set timelines and tasks for the design team on assigned projects.
- Manage design milestone submittals (30%, 60%, 90% and issued-for-construction) and coordinate client review cycles.
- Communicate project scope, specifications and change orders to the project team.
- Track all proposed change orders to the original project including pricing and billing.
- Monitor the consumption of labor hours on each project phase to ensure timely completion and budgetary compliance.
- Coordinate design staff assignments and drawing production schedules with Engineering Managers and Senior Designers.
- Support QA/QC review cycles and confirm deliverables meet company standards before issue.
- Set billing forecasts for all assigned projects.
- Provide costing and man-hour input for project proposals and work breakdown structures.
- Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for assigned clients.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree.
- 5-10 years of project management experience in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.
- Electrical, instrumentation, controls or engineering consulting experience.
- Prior experience as a design or engineering Project Manager.
- Experience with MS Project or other project management software.
- Working familiarity with engineering deliverables such as single lines, P&IDs, control schematics, panel layouts and specifications.
- Water and wastewater project experience strongly preferred.
- PMP certification or progress toward it is a plus.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills, with an advanced understanding of customer relationship building.
- Sufficient technical capability to interact with clients and engineering staff on design content.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several concurrent projects.
- Comfort reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Ability to work under pressure and hold a schedule without losing quality.
Benefits
401(k) match, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, relocation assistance, and opportunities for advancement.
Compensation Package: Performance bonus.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift.
- Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85225.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Project management: 3 years (Required)
- AEC Industry: 3 years (Preferred)
Location:
- Chandler, AZ 85225 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chandler, AZ 85225: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85225
Overview
Canfield Engineering & Integration (CEI) is an Arizona-based electrical, instrumentation and controls engineering and system integration firm serving water, wastewater, municipal, mining and industrial clients throughout the Southwest. CEI provides electrical engineering, instrumentation and controls engineering, PLC and SCADA programming, construction support, and project and equipment management.
We are seeking a Project Manager to support our Design and Engineering Group. This role owns schedule, budget and client communication across a portfolio of electrical, instrumentation and controls design projects, keeping design packages moving from kickoff through issued-for-construction. You will work alongside licensed engineers, senior designers and our business development team to deliver high-quality, on-time design deliverables for municipal and industrial clients across Arizona and the Southwest.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the technical lead on projects.
- Set timelines and tasks for the design team on assigned projects.
- Manage design milestone submittals (30%, 60%, 90% and issued-for-construction) and coordinate client review cycles.
- Communicate project scope, specifications and change orders to the project team.
- Track all proposed change orders to the original project including pricing and billing.
- Monitor the consumption of labor hours on each project phase to ensure timely completion and budgetary compliance.
- Coordinate design staff assignments and drawing production schedules with Engineering Managers and Senior Designers.
- Support QA/QC review cycles and confirm deliverables meet company standards before issue.
- Set billing forecasts for all assigned projects.
- Provide costing and man-hour input for project proposals and work breakdown structures.
- Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for assigned clients.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree.
- 5-10 years of project management experience in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.
- Electrical, instrumentation, controls or engineering consulting experience.
- Prior experience as a design or engineering Project Manager.
- Experience with MS Project or other project management software.
- Working familiarity with engineering deliverables such as single lines, P&IDs, control schematics, panel layouts and specifications.
- Water and wastewater project experience strongly preferred.
- PMP certification or progress toward it is a plus.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills, with an advanced understanding of customer relationship building.
- Sufficient technical capability to interact with clients and engineering staff on design content.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several concurrent projects.
- Comfort reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Ability to work under pressure and hold a schedule without losing quality.
Benefits
401(k) match, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, relocation assistance, and opportunities for advancement.
Compensation Package: Performance bonus.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift.
- Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85225.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Project management: 3 years (Required)
- AEC Industry: 3 years (Preferred)
Location:
- Chandler, AZ 85225 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chandler, AZ 85225: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85225
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design project manager jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, design, construction management, or a related field required
- PMP or CAPM certification preferred by most Arizona employers posting senior-level roles
- Three or more years managing cross-functional design or construction projects from kickoff to closeout
- Proficiency with project management platforms such as Procore, Asana, or Microsoft Project
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders simultaneously
- Experience with budget tracking, schedule management, and design review processes across project phases
Design Project Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a design project manager in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers expect a bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, construction management, or a related discipline as the foundation. Arizona does not require a state-issued license specifically for the design project manager title, but roles in construction-adjacent work may require or prefer a licensed professional on the team. Earning a PMP credential through the Project Management Institute strengthens candidacy significantly, and Arizona's large architecture and construction firms routinely list it as preferred.
How much do design project managers make in Arizona?
Design 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 design project managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring design project managers in Arizona right now include Southland Industries, Engrained Cabinetry & Countertops, and PDO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of semiconductor fabrication, healthcare expansion, and mixed-use real estate development means demand is spread across technology companies, hospital systems, and general contractors with long-term project pipelines in the Phoenix metro.
Which Arizona cities have the most design project manager jobs?
Phoenix, Chandler, and Tempe account for the most design project manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because it hosts the headquarters or major regional offices of large construction firms, tech campuses, and healthcare systems driving sustained capital projects, while Scottsdale's dense concentration of design studios and corporate real estate clients generates consistent demand, and Tucson's university and defense-sector institutions support a steady secondary market.
Are there remote design project manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than many project-based roles, particularly for digital product and UX-focused positions. About 46% of design project manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication can often happen off-site. The most remote-compatible portions of the role are budget tracking, schedule management, and documentation, while site walkthroughs and design reviews typically require in-person presence for construction and facilities roles.
How can I get hired as a design project manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project coordinator or design coordinator at a large Arizona architecture or construction firm, then building toward the manager title. Companies like DPR Construction and McCarthy Building Companies, both active in Arizona, hire project engineers and design coordinators who rotate across projects and develop PM skills on the job. A portfolio of managed work, even from academic or freelance projects, combined with a CAPM certification gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in Arizona interviews.
Where can I find and apply to design project manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to design project manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each.
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