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Project Manager
Dunson & Associates, Inc.
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85003
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : $110,000 - $145,000
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
About the Role
Join this dynamic commercial real estate company as a Project Manager and lead the planning, coordination, and management of exciting construction projects across their properties. You'll work on either one large-scale project or manage a diverse portfolio of smaller projects spanning multiple properties.
This role puts you at the center of collaboration, partnering with teams across Development, Design, Tenant Coordination, Leasing, Finance, Risk Management, and Property Operations to bring ambitious projects to life.
What You'll Do
- Lead Construction Projectsfrom preconstruction through completion, managing budgets, schedules, and quality standards
- Travel Required:30%
- Develop Construction Budgets and Schedulesthat align with corporate goals and project requirements
- Collaborate with Development Managersto create development schedules, site logistics plans, and vendor RFPs
- Manage Multiple Construction Methodologiesincluding lump sum, GMP, design/build, and cost-plus contracts
- Oversee Vendor Contractsfrom preparation through execution and completion
- Control Project Documentationand change management processes, ensuring accuracy on every change order
- Conduct Constructability Reviewsalongside Design Managers to optimize project outcomes
- Report Progressthrough monthly financial and schedule updates to senior construction leadership
- Manage Consultants and Construction Managersas needed for project success
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred
- Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience with a focus on commercial properties
- Experience with a nationally recognized general contractor or national commercial developer is a plus
- ICSC or related industry certifications are valued
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong budget and schedule management abilities
- Expertise across various construction delivery methods
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Strategic thinking with attention to detail
Benefits Include:
- Healthcarewith affordable employee contribution levels
- Generous Time Off:Annual vacation, 12 paid holidays, plus 80 hours of sick time
- Financial Wellness:Matching 401(k) savings plan and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Programat a discount
- 24 Paid Volunteer Hoursannually with employer charitable match
- Mental Health Support
- Work-Life Balanceand a culture that values wellness, satisfaction, and belonging
Freqently Asked Questions
Phoenix’s commercial real estate industry is growing rapidly, creating a high demand for skilled Project professionals. Candidates with construction management experience and local certifications often stand out. Competition can be stiff, but those demonstrating strong budgeting and vendor management expertise typically have an advantage.
Locally, certifications like ICSC and PMP are highly regarded among Project candidates in Phoenix. These credentials validate expertise in commercial development and project delivery methods, boosting credibility with regional real estate firms focused on construction excellence.
Mastering budget oversight, schedule coordination, and understanding diverse contract types like GMP and design/build is vital. Additionally, strong communication abilities to liaise between cross-functional teams enable seamless project execution in complex real estate developments.
Career trajectories often lead from managing single projects to overseeing portfolios or advancing to director-level roles. Gaining experience with nationally recognized contractors or developers can open doors to executive leadership within commercial real estate.
Daily activities include coordinating with design and development teams, managing vendor contracts, reviewing constructability, and updating financials and schedules. Balancing diverse priorities while ensuring quality and compliance is central to effective project leadership.
Dunson & Associates emphasizes collaboration across departments and prioritizes employee wellness. Project managers there are expected to integrate strategic thinking with hands-on management, fostering a culture that values both project success and work-life balance.
Beyond competitive healthcare and generous PTO, Dunson & Associates offers a discounted employee stock purchase program and paid volunteer hours, enhancing financial wellness and community engagement—benefits that attract Project managers seeking meaningful employer support.
Market data indicates that Project managers in Phoenix earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, depending on experience and project complexity. Those with specialized certifications or managing large portfolios may command salaries toward the upper range.
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