Project Manager Jobs in Arizona

Project Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in construction and infrastructure, technology, healthcare, and defense contracting, and openings at every level from coordinator and associate PM through senior and program manager. Phoenix and Scottsdale anchor the largest share of postings, followed by Tucson, where employers like Intel, Banner Health, and Raytheon Technologies maintain major operations and hire project managers on a continuing basis. The highest-demand specialties in the state are IT and software implementation, construction and civil infrastructure, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles112+
Top employerSundt
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring23
Work type69% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in construction management

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Arizona Dryout Restoration
Tucson, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
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IICRC Certification

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Ksi Civil Construction Concrete Project Manager
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Ksi Civil Construction Concrete Project Manager
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Goodyear, Arizona
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $120k/yr
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Construction Project Manager - Grand Canyon South Rim
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Construction Project Manager - Grand Canyon South Rim
Xanterra
Grand Canyon, Arizona
Construction Management
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
5,001-10,000

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Project Manager - Mechanical Self-perform
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Project Manager - Mechanical Self-perform
Sundt
Phoenix, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Assistant Project Manager
Marquee Asset Management
Scottsdale, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
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Project Manager Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chandler
10 jobs
Tempe
7 jobs
Scottsdale
7 jobs
Mesa
4 jobs
Gilbert
3 jobs
Flagstaff
3 jobs
Goodyear
2 jobs

Project Manager Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sundt5 open roles
JLL2 open roles
Hilton2 open roles

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project manager jobs across Arizona.

  • PMP certification preferred or required by most Arizona employers at the mid and senior level
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field
  • Three or more years of experience managing cross-functional projects from initiation through close
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Strong familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies depending on industry
  • Experience managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communication for projects in Arizona's key industries

Project Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project manager in Arizona?

Arizona does not require a state-issued license to work as a project manager, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree and a recognized credential such as the PMP from the Project Management Institute. Earning the PMP requires documented project experience and passing a structured exam. Construction-focused project managers in Arizona often pursue the CCM credential or an Arizona Registrar of Contractors qualifier license if they move into contractor roles.

How much do project managers make in Arizona?

Project managers in Arizona earn a median of about $167,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $121,500 for the lowest 10% to over $249,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project managers in Arizona?

Employers hiring project managers in Arizona right now include Sundt, JLL, and Hilton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's mix of defense contractors, large health systems, semiconductor manufacturers, and commercial construction firms means demand is spread across multiple industries rather than concentrated in one sector.

Which Arizona cities have the most project manager jobs?

Phoenix, Tucson, and Chandler have the most project manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix and its surrounding East Valley suburbs like Scottsdale and Tempe drive the bulk of listings because of the concentration of corporate headquarters, tech campuses, and large hospital systems there, while Tucson's volume reflects its defense and government contracting base anchored by Raytheon and the University of Arizona Health Network.

Are there remote project manager jobs in Arizona?

Yes, and more than most fields. Project management is largely a coordination and communication role that translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 31% of project manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed PM work since the pandemic. IT and software implementation roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction and on-site infrastructure projects almost always require physical presence.

How can I get hired as a project manager in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project administrator role, which large Arizona employers in healthcare, construction, and technology use as a pipeline for future project managers. Banner Health, Intel, and major commercial general contractors in the Phoenix metro regularly post coordinator and junior PM openings that do not require prior PM experience. Building a CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute and completing even one end-to-end project, whether at work or as a volunteer, meaningfully strengthens a candidate's profile for these roles.

Where can I find and apply to project manager jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Arizona market. Find a role that fits and apply directly from the listing.

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