Project Manager - Public Works​/DOT; Phoenix, AZ

Project Manager – Public Works / DOT (Phoenix, AZ) Warm Welcome to Sunland Asphalt

Sunland Asphalt, one of the fastest‑growing construction companies in the Southwest, is looking for a Project Manager for its Phoenix market. Join a dynamic, aggressive team and collaborate with experienced professionals across the industry.

• Competitive weekly pay and paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work/life balance and community involvement
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, OPTION: vision)
• Life / disability insurance
• Award‑winning peers & projects
• Foundation built on safety

The Project Manager plans, directs and coordinates all activities of designated projects from inception to completion. This role delivers a quality product, controls project costs, and meets scheduling deadlines to achieve the highest customer satisfaction.

• Perform all duties in line with Sunland’s core values.
• Review project estimates, proposals, specifications and plans; develop, implement and manage schedule, budget, staffing and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate project schedule, expectations and goals with production team, contractors, subcontractors, utility providers and required governmental agencies before work begins.
• Obtain any necessary permits and licenses.
• Participate and/or lead pre‑construction meetings, including those with project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with superintendent, foreman and project consultant to determine production schedule.
• Establish the work plan with superintendent and foreman for each project phase.
• Track progress and modify schedules, plans or processes to meet project goals.
• Enforce safety regulations and proper job‑site management.ids
• Oversee the  of the project; work with consultant, superintendent and foreman to record, assess and ensure the project remains within budget and is profitable.
• Partner with estimating team to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to production.
• Participate in bid reviews.
• Prepare project reports for management and customers regarding job costs and schedule.
• Provide technical advice to resolve project problems.
• Oversee project quality control to ensure completion per specifications and to meet or exceed client expectations.
• Motivate, mentor and develop direct reports.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Mathematical skills and mechanical knowledge.
• Project and time management.
• Results‑driven leadership.
• Problem solving / analysis and financial management.
• Communication proficiency and teamwork orientation.

• Work both in an office setting and outdoors.
• Mobility to work in a standard office and use standard equipment.
• Maintain detail orientation despite interruptions.
• Vision to read printed materials and screens.
• Hearing and speech for in‑person and telephone communication.
• May require use of vehicles, machinery and equipment within safety guidelines.
• May workането outside in all weather, including extreme heat and cold.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in various situations.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Potential exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles, machines, dust or debris.

• Will be willing to travel to all job sites without exception, including extended stays away from home if necessary.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent; plus 5 years of highway asphalt paving or related field experience.
• Excellent computer skills; ability to use project management software.
• Strong mathematical skills for complex computations for layout design and material requirements.
• Broad understanding of project management, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation,niit contract~admini.
• Minimum of four (4) years related experience.
• Previous heavy‑construction or asphalt industry experience.
• Critical thinker who anticipates problems and is solution oriented.
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Must meet FMCSA English proficiency requirements under 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2);…