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Project Manager
Balfour Beatty
Location : Peoria, AZ, 85345
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : competitive
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
Project Manager
Essential Functions
- Project Financials
- Creates and manages project’s budget and coordinates the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development.
- Knows and understands the requirements of owner’s contract, including bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs.
- Develops and completes monthly Projected Final Cost Report (PFR) and Labor Cost Report (LCR) projections on time.
- Creates Project Incentive Compensation Plan within 30 days of GMP acceptance.
- Preconstruction Coordination
- Collaborates with Preconstruction to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in developing the project’s budget.
- Takes ownership of process of determining the quantity of budget estimates/deliverables to client.
- Manages the subcontracting process, which includes holding initial scope review meetings, finalizing agreed price, developing subcontract scope of work, managing the subcontract, final execution process and the implementation of Zero Harm in Preconstruction.
- Develops plan, complies with, and reports on Minority Business Entity (MBE) requirements for the project, as required.
- Develops Mission Alignment Plan with the client and administers it.
- Project Scheduling
- Collaborates with scheduling, superintendent, subcontractors, and suppliers to create a construction schedule.
- Develops an organizational and responsibilities matrix at the start of each project and determines the resources needed for the project (e.g., people, tools, equipment, materials, internal and external services). Partners with Loss Prevention Professionals assigned to the jobsite.
- Reviews the contract documents with all project participants (e.g., customers, employees, subcontractors, suppliers, government regulators, utilities) to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinates and delivers all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet project schedules.
- Project Administration, Operations, and Close-out
- Responsible for project administration and daily operations. Prepares and maintains the project schedule, milestone dates, and close-out checklist. Reviews with project staff each quarter and assigns responsibilities, execution, and follow-up plans.
- Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary. Ensures that all understand performance standards and expectations.
- Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing programs for safety and loss prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), risk management, training, and quality control.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
- 5 years of experience in project management
- 3 years of direct supervisory experience
- Experience with project manager software (Procore, P6, Timberline, etc.)
- Experience with cost projection, financial analysis, budget reviews, labor reports
- Experience with JD Edwards or similar construction application(s)
Experience and Knowledge
- Demonstrates leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, solve problems, and motivate others, while maintaining effective relationships with customers by meeting or exceeding their requirements and expectations.
- Supervises and develops direct reports while prioritizing and delegating significant responsibilities to others.
- Manages essential functions effectively by consistently driving for quality, profitable, safe, and timely results on the assigned project.
- Demonstrates solid presentation skills and verbal/written skills.
- Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office).
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Peoria's construction sector emphasizes infrastructure and commercial projects, requiring Project Managers to adapt to regional regulations and client expectations. Local experience with municipal permitting and subcontractor coordination is highly valued to navigate the area's specific construction challenges efficiently.
While not always mandatory, certifications like PMP or CCM can boost a Project Manager's profile at Balfour Beatty in Arizona. Additionally, familiarity with OSHA safety standards and minority business enterprise (MBE) compliance aligns well with the company's emphasis on safety and diversity.
Strong decision-making under pressure, clear communication with diverse teams, and proactive risk management distinguish successful Project Managers. The ability to motivate subcontractors and maintain client trust while driving quality and budget goals is crucial in complex builds.
Project Managers leverage tools like Procore and Primavera P6 to streamline scheduling, budgeting, and document control. These platforms enable real-time collaboration, cost tracking, and risk mitigation, essential for maintaining project timelines and financial accuracy.
Advancement can lead to senior project leadership, program management, or executive roles focused on strategic planning and multi-project oversight. Continuous skill development in financial analysis and team leadership enhances prospects in large-scale construction firms.
Balfour Beatty's zero harm philosophy demands Project Managers prioritize safety rigorously, fostering respectful and inclusive work environments. Commitment to minority business participation and equal employment opportunity reflects the company's core values integrated into daily operations.
At Balfour Beatty, Project Managers actively develop and monitor guaranteed maximum price (GMP) budgets, integrating detailed cost projections and labor reports. This hands-on financial stewardship balances profitability with adherence to contract terms, setting a high standard in project management.
Peoria's expanding infrastructure projects have increased demand for skilled Project Managers, but competition remains stiff due to a limited talent pool with construction-specific expertise. Candidates with strong software proficiency and local regulatory knowledge gain a notable advantage.
Project Managers in Peoria typically earn between $85,000 and $115,000 annually, depending on experience. Balfour Beatty offers competitive compensation packages that include benefits and performance incentives, reflecting its industry leadership and commitment to employee growth.
Given the hands-on nature of construction management, Balfour Beatty's Project Managers in Peoria are expected to maintain frequent onsite presence to oversee project schedules, subcontractor coordination, and safety compliance, although some administrative tasks may allow hybrid flexibility.
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