Senior Project Manager

About the Positions 

We’re seeking Sr. Project Managers at various levels to support large, heavy-civil infrastructure projects in highways, roads, and bridges, transit (bus and rail), aviation (international airports), and water sectors delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. You will provide technical and managerial leadership and be responsible for ensuring the successful execution of projects from planning through closeout, serving as the owner’s representative for scope, cost, schedule, and change management, and coordinating across multiple teams. 

This post is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected, their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need. This post targets Phoenix, AZ.  

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Provide project leadership through all stages of design, procurement, construction, and closeout. 
• Oversee schedule, scope, budget, and risk management activities for multiple task orders simultaneously. 
• Collaborate with program and project controls staff to develop and track cost forecasts, schedules, and earned value metrics. 
• Coordinate effectively with internal departments, consultants, contractors, and third-party stakeholders to keep projects aligned and on track. 
• Prepare and deliver clear reporting materials, including status updates, risk logs, and resource forecasts. 
• Support commissioning, operations readiness, and transition-to-maintenance planning. 
• Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, environmental requirements, quality standards, and safety protocols. 

Attributes 

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills. 
• Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships. 
• Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• 10 years of progressive experience in project management for heavy-civil infrastructure projects in highways, roads, bridges, transit (bus and rail), aviation (international airports), or water sectors. 
• Proven experience coordinating a project management team and providing appropriate levels of support, coaching, and influence.  
• Proficiency with industry standard project and construction management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Unifier, Bluebeam, etc.).  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture. 
• Active professional certifications such as CCM (CMAA), PMP (PMI), or PE license.  
• Experience delivering projects through both traditional and alternative methods (e.g., DB, CM/GC, P3). 
• Prior experience managing airfield or aviation capital projects at a commercial service airport. 
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, Part 139 requirements, and airport operational environments. 
• Experience working within owner governance frameworks and capital delivery programs. 
• Experience managing projects involving environmental permitting, regulatory approvals, or due diligence activities. 
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software. 

Compensation Details 

Expected Salary: $120k-$160k/year ($57-$76/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.  

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer! 

• Unlimited flexible time off  
• Paid holidays  
• Paid parental leave  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)  
• Long-term disability insurance  
• Short-term disability insurance  
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment 
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution  
• Formal career planning and development program  
• $2,500 annually toward professional development  
• Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend  
• Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement  
• Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian  
• Free personal financial planning services  
• Employee assistance program  
• Employee discounts  
• Employee referral bonus 

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS

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Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

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