Project Site Manager Jobs in Arizona
Project Site Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in commercial and residential construction, civil infrastructure, and large-scale industrial development, with openings at every level from assistant site manager through senior and principal roles. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale account for the largest share of hiring, anchored by established employers such as Sundt Construction, Ryan Companies, and Hensel Phelps, all of which maintain lasting operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona listings are ground-up commercial builds, public-sector infrastructure, and data center construction tied to the region's rapid tech campus growth. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!
Where You Will Work
Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more.
What You Will Do
Responsible for leading and overseeing all project controls functions across multiple plant engineering projects at Freeport-McMoRan operating sites. Accountable for developing, implementing, and managing cost estimating, cost control, forecasting, progress measurement, planning and scheduling, and performance reporting processes that support successful project execution. Provides leadership and technical guidance to Cost
Leads/Engineers, Schedulers/Planners, and Quantity Surveyors, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with project objectives. Drives project performance through effective cost and schedule management, proactive risk identification and mitigation, and the implementation of standardized project controls practices across the site project portfolio.
- Lead the development, review, and maintenance of monthly, quarterly, and annual project forecasts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with current project status. Oversee forecast preparation, validate cost and schedule assumptions, analyze variances, provide variance explanations, and incorporate project risks, opportunities, and funding requirements into forecast updates.
- Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of weekly, monthly, and quarterly project controls reports in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provide reporting that supports informed decision-making, effective project management, and performance monitoring.
- Identify, evaluate, and communicate the impact of design changes, scope modifications, and schedule delays on project performance. Partner with the Contracts group to manage the Change Order/PCN Log and maintain the Change Management System for key projects.
- Maintain project schedule baselines and oversee the accuracy of weekly schedule updates in collaboration with project schedulers. Monitor schedule variances, develop recovery strategies, and partner with Quantity Surveyors to track and analyze actual progress against planned performance.
- Ensure compliance with company project controls standards and procedures in the development, review, and validation of project estimates, including the preparation and maintenance of supporting documentation.
- Oversee project progress measurement processes and ensure the accuracy of reported progress percentages in accordance with established rules of credit. Develop and implement progress measurement methodologies for assigned scopes of work.
- Review and validate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests to ensure all required inputs, approvals, and supporting documentation are complete and accurate.
- Manage the site Delegation of Authority (DOA) process, including maintaining project information within EPMS for key projects. Verify budget availability for procurement activities and contract commitments while ensuring compliance with authorization requirements.
- Oversee the development, administration, and maintenance of Service Orders and Payment Applications (Pay Applications) to support effective project execution and financial management.
- Develop and maintain fit-for-purpose Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) codes that effectively organize project scope, support cost and schedule control, and enhance project performance tracking and reporting.
- Performs other duties as required
What You Bring To Freeport
- Bachelor’s degree in business related field and eight (8) years of project controls or equivalent work experience OR
- High school diploma or equivalent and twelve (12) years of project controls or equivalent work experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Project and Outlook
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to multi-task in a high paced project environment
- Experience with ERP system, SAP, P6, and Other Enterprise Project Performance Software
- Understanding of Accounting functions and systems
- Site specific training/MSHA required to work at site
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
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What We Require
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
- Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
- Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.
Nearest Major Market: Payson
Job Segment: Project Manager, SAP, ERP, Testing, Procurement, Technology, Operations
At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!
Where You Will Work
Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more.
What You Will Do
Responsible for leading and overseeing all project controls functions across multiple plant engineering projects at Freeport-McMoRan operating sites. Accountable for developing, implementing, and managing cost estimating, cost control, forecasting, progress measurement, planning and scheduling, and performance reporting processes that support successful project execution. Provides leadership and technical guidance to Cost
Leads/Engineers, Schedulers/Planners, and Quantity Surveyors, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with project objectives. Drives project performance through effective cost and schedule management, proactive risk identification and mitigation, and the implementation of standardized project controls practices across the site project portfolio.
- Lead the development, review, and maintenance of monthly, quarterly, and annual project forecasts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with current project status. Oversee forecast preparation, validate cost and schedule assumptions, analyze variances, provide variance explanations, and incorporate project risks, opportunities, and funding requirements into forecast updates.
- Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of weekly, monthly, and quarterly project controls reports in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provide reporting that supports informed decision-making, effective project management, and performance monitoring.
- Identify, evaluate, and communicate the impact of design changes, scope modifications, and schedule delays on project performance. Partner with the Contracts group to manage the Change Order/PCN Log and maintain the Change Management System for key projects.
- Maintain project schedule baselines and oversee the accuracy of weekly schedule updates in collaboration with project schedulers. Monitor schedule variances, develop recovery strategies, and partner with Quantity Surveyors to track and analyze actual progress against planned performance.
- Ensure compliance with company project controls standards and procedures in the development, review, and validation of project estimates, including the preparation and maintenance of supporting documentation.
- Oversee project progress measurement processes and ensure the accuracy of reported progress percentages in accordance with established rules of credit. Develop and implement progress measurement methodologies for assigned scopes of work.
- Review and validate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests to ensure all required inputs, approvals, and supporting documentation are complete and accurate.
- Manage the site Delegation of Authority (DOA) process, including maintaining project information within EPMS for key projects. Verify budget availability for procurement activities and contract commitments while ensuring compliance with authorization requirements.
- Oversee the development, administration, and maintenance of Service Orders and Payment Applications (Pay Applications) to support effective project execution and financial management.
- Develop and maintain fit-for-purpose Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) codes that effectively organize project scope, support cost and schedule control, and enhance project performance tracking and reporting.
- Performs other duties as required
What You Bring To Freeport
- Bachelor’s degree in business related field and eight (8) years of project controls or equivalent work experience OR
- High school diploma or equivalent and twelve (12) years of project controls or equivalent work experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Project and Outlook
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to multi-task in a high paced project environment
- Experience with ERP system, SAP, P6, and Other Enterprise Project Performance Software
- Understanding of Accounting functions and systems
- Site specific training/MSHA required to work at site
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
-
What We Require
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
- Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
- Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.
Nearest Major Market: Payson
Job Segment: Project Manager, SAP, ERP, Testing, Procurement, Technology, Operations
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project site manager jobs across Arizona.
- Active OSHA 30-Hour construction certification required or strongly preferred by Arizona employers
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or CCM credential preferred for senior-level Arizona roles
- Five or more years of on-site construction or project management experience in commercial or civil work
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and budgets on multi-million-dollar Arizona projects
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
Project Site Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project site manager in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers expect a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture combined with field experience as an assistant project manager or superintendent. Arizona does not require a state-issued contractor's license for the site manager role itself, though individual general contractor licenses are issued through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour card and pursuing a PMP or Certified Construction Manager credential significantly strengthens your candidacy with Arizona's major commercial and infrastructure contractors.
How much do project site managers make in Arizona?
Project site 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 project site managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring project site managers in Arizona right now include Cuhaci Peterson, Freeport-McMoRan, and Sunland Asphalt, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's construction and infrastructure boom, driven by semiconductor facility development, data center campuses, and public transportation projects in the Phoenix metro, means established regional and national general contractors are posting site manager roles consistently throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most project site manager jobs?
The cities with the most project site manager openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Tempe, and Bagdad. Phoenix dominates due to its concentration of commercial developers, large general contractors, and a sustained pipeline of mixed-use, industrial, and tech campus projects, while Tucson's openings reflect public infrastructure investment and university-adjacent development that keeps a steady hiring presence in the southern part of the state.
Are there remote project site manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of project site manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, on-site nature of the role. The portions of the work most likely to be done off-site are pre-construction planning, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination, while daily site walks, safety inspections, and owner meetings remain firmly in person.
How can I get hired as a project site manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer or field engineer with a large Arizona general contractor such as Sundt Construction or Kitchell, both of which run structured associate and graduate development programs for candidates with a construction management degree but limited field time. Assistant superintendent and project coordinator roles at mid-size Arizona commercial builders also serve as a direct on-ramp. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour card and completing internships with Arizona Registrar of Contractors-licensed firms before graduation gives candidates a concrete edge in the hiring process.
Where can I find and apply to project site manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to project site manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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