Job Description - Project Manager (Phoenix, AZ - Light Industrial)
Position Summary
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead ground-up light industrial tilt wall projects in the Phoenix metro area. You will own the budget, contracts, schedule and client relationships from preconstruction handoff through closeout on warehouse, distribution and manufacturing buildings, typically 100,000+ SF.
You will work side by side with the Superintendent and field team to deliver projects safely, on time and with strong margins. The Project Manager reports to the Director of Construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Take over each project from preconstruction, validate the estimate, scope and schedule, and set up the project budget and cost codes.
- Buy out and manage subcontracts and purchase orders for concrete, steel, roofing, MEP and site work, including bid leveling and clear scopes of work.
- Control cost with monthly cost-to-complete forecasts, job cost reviews, pay applications, billing and lien waiver tracking.
- Build and maintain the master schedule with the Superintendent, and track long-lead items such as joists, deck, overhead doors, electrical gear and rooftop equipment.
- Lead communication with the owner, developer, architect and engineers, including regular owner-architect-contractor meetings and progress reporting.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders and contract compliance, and document and negotiate changes.
- Coordinate permits, city inspections and utility work in the Phoenix area.
- Support a strong safety culture and partner with the Superintendent on quality and risk.
- Lead closeout, including as-builts, operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, final billing and retainage.
- Mentor assistant project managers and project engineers.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager experience in commercial or industrial construction, including at least 3 years on tilt wall projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proven delivery of ground-up light industrial projects of 100,000+ SF, managing multi-million dollar budgets.
- Strong knowledge of subcontract and contract administration, change orders, and Arizona lien and prompt pay requirements.
- Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam and Excel, and experience with a job cost system such as Sage or Viewpoint.
- Working knowledge of the Phoenix market, including local jurisdictions, utilities and the subcontractor base.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience on speculative and build-to-suit industrial work for developers and institutional owners.
- Direct experience working with tilt wall concrete subcontractors, or with self-performed concrete.
- Estimating or preconstruction exposure.
- PMP, CCM, OSHA 30 or similar certifications.
- Existing relationships with Phoenix area developers, brokers and trade partners.
Compensation, Benefits and Location
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona metro area
- Base salary: To be provided by client
- Bonus: Project and performance bonus, to be provided by client
- Vehicle: Vehicle allowance or company vehicle, and phone
- Benefits: Medical, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and paid holidays
- Relocation: Available