Project Manager III (Grade 21)

Yuma County, AZ

$83K — $104K *
Yuma, AZ 85364In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in construction management and civil engineering
  • Public sector experience preferred
  • Valid Arizona driver's license
  • Preferred: Arizona registration as a Civil Engineer or eligibility to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

  • Design and plan Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects
  • Supervise small teams and manage project operations
  • Perform draft and compute work related to engineering projects
  • Inspect and monitor contracted projects for compliance
  • Conduct structural engineering analysis for proposed improvements
  • Communicate engineering requirements to staff and public
  • Coordinate with various government agencies for project updates.

Benefits

  • Two medical plan options with personalized tiers
  • Employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
  • Wellness incentive reduces premiums by $30
  • International Medical Solutions (IMS) for lower co-pays
  • Potential retirement eligibility with further inquiries needed.
Full Job Description
Salary: $40.11 - $50.14 Hourly
Location : Engineering, 2351 W. 26th St., Yuma, AZ 85364, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 81JG
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/21/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Job Summary
This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.
NATURE OF WORK

Under limited supervision, performs professional work of considerable difficulty related to construction, engineering, flood control, highway, bridges, infra-structures, and field and office activities. This is the journey level class of the project manager series. This position has department specific responsibility.

Nature of Work
(Illustrative Only) Designs, plans, prepares, organizes, coordinates, and inspects the operations of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects; supervises small teams or groups; performs drafting and computing work; checks and directs field operations involved in the gathering and compilation of field data for the design layout and construction of highway, flood control, subdivision, drainage, wells, sewer systems, bridges, infra-structures and related areas; may provide technical supervision in a lead capacity; makes structural engineering analysis of proposed commercial, industrial, and highway improvements and structures; reviews and approves grading, building and structure plans for conformity to uniform codes, local ordinances, state regulations, and administrative policies; inspects and monitors projects under contract; resolves discrepancies between field conditions and design plans; inspects and operates pump stations, lift stations and maintains flood control facilities and drainage wells; makes field tests and takes samples for laboratory test of materials; writes various reports and makes technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with various projects; reviews and interprets plans, specifications, and reports; leads the planning, designing, managing, constructing and maintaining of roads, CIP projects, traffic/transportation systems, drainage, utilities, flood control and other projects depending on the department; meets with various levels of staff including leadership, engineers, contractors, as well as the public to clearly communicate engineering and/or plan requirements; represents assigned department at various meetings with other government agencies and the public; attends public meetings; coordinates with other local, state and federal agencies; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field; AND five years of construction management and civil engineering experience preferably in public sector; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; requires successful completion of a background check; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license. Preferred Requirements: Registration as a Civil Engineer by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, OR by the technical board of another state, with the ability to obtain such Arizona Registration within one year of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; the fundamentals of civil engineering, mathematics and physics as applied to engineering, topography and construction surveying, stress analysis, and analytical mechanics; the strength, properties, and uses of construction materials; civil engineering methods and practices for engineering planning studies, designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports as applied to flood control, civil engineering, construction and traffic studies; methods, procedures and techniques for evaluating construction contract compliance; technical drafting principles, and interpreting and utilizing engineering plans, maps and specifications.
Skill in: Preparing reports and checking designs, details, estimates, plans, and specification of engineering projects; developing, analyzing, and implementing operational systems; coordinating the work of a unit with a general program or a specific problem; designing a variety of civil engineering structures with skill and accuracy; making accurate drawings and maps, difficult mathematical computations, and keeping accurate field notes; reviewing, approving and upgrading structural plans; analyzing and evaluating technical engineering data and construction documentation; application of engineering theory to field and office problems; establishing effective working relationship with consultants, contractors, other agencies and the public; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; using computers and advanced level software applications.
Ability to: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public; follow written and verbal instructions; plan and organize work; lift 10 pounds, bend, stoop, kneel, stand and walk; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity; generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking and 20% standing; working at a computer monitor for extended periods required; the job is performed under minimal temperature variations and may have risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Medical Coverage Category
The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.

Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit.

Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the "Wellness Incentive" employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.

International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance.
This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.
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