Tucson West Construction
2590 S. Santa Cruz Lane
Tucson, AZ 85713

Salary: $57,315.97 - $67,315.97 

Grade: 20

Closing Date: Aug 18, 2026

This position functions as a Construction Office Manager performing a variety of administrative and accounting functions for a construction office unit in the area of highway project construction. The position is responsible for analysis and resolution of problems pertaining to construction contracts and project cost accounting: review for accuracy and completeness all assigned information: execution of policy and direction in the areas of office administration, contracts, procurement of materials,equipment, and services as directed: daily Documentation and payment review; project final and closeout; and other related clerical services. The position is additionally responsible for; monitoring construction project timeliness, quality, and compliance with established standards and contract documents. Overnight travel as needed. 

Facilitate work unit staff, partnering, and project meetings to ensure timely scheduling, proper stakeholders are included, and appropriate information is discussed and disseminated as needed. Ensure appropriate, accurate documentation is maintained in the construction project files. Review inspector documentation, diaries, and payments for completeness, timeliness, and accuracy.

Examining engineering project records, field notes, diaries, computations, contract documents and other documentation to assure that methods of measurement and basis for payment are in accordance with project plans, special provisions, standard specifications, and supplemental agreements. Assist Engineers(s) and/or Superintendent in monitoring construction budgets.

Calculate material quantities and other measurements. Review, prepare, and pay contract documents related to line item or standard force accounts supplemental agreements, and documentation for completed projects. Review, verify, and provide calculations, test results, and documentation related to office manager processes and assignments. Prepare administrative construction budget reports.

Knowledge of:

• Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Chat, Calendar, and Google Drive), Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Spelling, grammar and correspondence.
• Basic math.
• Methods, procedures and techniques used on highway construction contract administration.
• Federal and State statutes and agency Standards, Policies and Procedures.

Skill in:

• Work scheduling and time management.
• Analysis and interpretation of data.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Accounting methods.
• Interpersonal relations, as applied to contracts with contractors, consultants and other government employees.

Ability to:

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Adjust and adapt to changing needs of multiple construction projects.
• Prioritize work tasks.
• Independently seek out data and reference material or sources to solve problems.
• Multi-task; complete assignments to acceptable standards of accuracy and timeliness/meet strict deadlines.

Two years of technical work performing engineering and construction activities to include construction records maintenance and verification; or assisting in the inspection and administration of highway construction projects. Related higher education or bachelor's degree will be considered for substitution of up to one year of experience.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and  the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.