Bridge Senior Project Manager

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Bridge Senior Project Manager to join our Infrastructure Bridge Team at our Albany, NY; Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; or Syracuse, NY office.

CHAs bridge team has been recognized as one of the leading innovators in the industry. We are on the forefront of bridge design developing new solutions that reduce cost and maintenance and utilize accelerated bridge construction (ABC) techniques to reduce road closure impacts. We incorporate collaborative and diverse thinking with practical and cost-effective designs that responsibly improve mobility and safety throughout the United States.

At CHA, the Bridge Senior Project Manager works diligently to complete projects within the scope, budget and schedule while thoroughly understanding all project risks and applicable financial measures. This senior, key role is responsible for managing the overall client relationship including any technical, financial or logistical issues that may arise. Our Bridge Senior Project Managers are skilled collaborators who are experts at problem solving and adapting and staying calm under pressure. The professional in this role sells and develops work with specific clients, ultimately leading to a seller/doer dual role.

Our Bridge Senior Project Manager are leaders in identification of target market areas and marketing plan development. This individual clearly and successfully communicates updates to the client, management and project team, as well as prepares for and attends monthly project review meetings with operations. The Bridge Senior Project Manager plays an important role in setting visions and strategies for other Project Managers and understands the professional goals of others.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where youll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your why at CHA!

• Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Masters degree preferred
• Professional Engineer License (PE) required
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience is required
• Prior bridge design experience required
• NYSDOT, Bridge NY, or NY Thruway experience preferred
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline(s) with a proven ability to practically apply best practices
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
• Understands QA/QC procedures and understands basic business practices and laws related to engineering
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and effectively work in a collaborative environment; proven ability to lead a team
• Proficiency with MS Office software required
• Active role in a professional engineering society/organization preferred
• Experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations and project closeout documents for projects required
• Demonstrated experience in managing client relationships
• Experience understanding and interpreting client contract requirements
• Ability to track and oversee multiple projects required
• Experience utilizing problem-solving skills, exercising discretion, and making independent judgments required
• Experience managing project accounting processes to include project budgeting, forecasts and cash management required
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision, MS Project and/or Primavera P6 preferred
• An articulate and persuasive communicator with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Ability to travel as needed required (less than 10%)

$131,000 - $161,500

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways always searching, never settling to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.