ZARRELLCO · 3 months ago
Senior Project Manager - Underground Utility Contractor
Phoenix AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expZARRELLCO is a growing civil contractor in the Southwest seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple wet utility infrastructure projects. This role involves leading critical sitework packages for commercial and public clients while managing operations, schedules, and costs to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day operations on assigned utility projects from preconstruction through closeout
Lead scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and cost tracking activities
Coordinate with clients, design teams, and subcontractors to maintain alignment on scope and expectations
Participate in internal and external project meetings; document progress and identify potential risk areas
Enforce project contracts, manage field performance, and ensure all deliverables meet contract terms
Support the development of technical submittals and Statements of Qualification (SOQs) for upcoming work
Help prepare and review GMPs, estimates, and proposals across multiple delivery methods
Oversee document flow during design phase and preconstruction activities
Work closely with project executives to report on progress, challenges, and job cost projections
Qualification
Required
7+ years' experience managing underground utility construction projects (wet utilities preferred)
Proven understanding of alternative delivery methods such as CMAR, DB, DBB, and/or JOC
Ability to lead multiple projects and interface effectively with owners, engineers, and trade partners
Strong organizational and communication skills; capable of managing cost and schedule simultaneously
Benefits
Annual bonus potential
Vehicle and gas card
Health, dental, vision plans
401K Match
Company
ZARRELLCO
Led by Rob Zarrella, ZARRELLCO is an independent recruiting agency dedicated to connecting top talent with leading companies mostly in the construction industry - general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and design firms.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase