Bridge Senior Project Manager

Socket.dev; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Project Manager to lead innovative design and project execution in Buffalo, NY. This role involves managing project delivery, client relationships, and mentoring team members while ensuring quality control and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of engineering experience with strong leadership and communication skills, as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $175,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Expert knowledge of engineering discipline and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of bridge project delivery, including scope and budget.
• Develop client relationships as a 'seller/doer'.
• Lead and mentor other Project Managers.
• Prepare project plans, proposals, and closeout documents.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Bridge design experience

Computational software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Deltek Vision

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Bridge Senior Project Manager

Location: US-NY-Buffalo | US-NY-Rochester | US-NY-Albany | US-NY-Syracuse

Lead with Vision as a Senior Bridge Project Manager - Engineer, Advance, and Secure Transportation Infrastructure

Are you a driven engineering leader ready to tackle complex bridge projects and set new benchmarks for technical achievement? Seeking a role where your strategic mindset and passion for innovation deliver safe, enduring, and forward-thinking solutions that connect people and places?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Project Manager to join our Bridge Team as a technical leader and mentor in Albany, NY; Buffalo, NY; Rochester, NY; or Syracuse, NY. This is your opportunity to lead innovative design, guide project execution, and shape the future of transportation infrastructure.

What You'll Do:

• Manage all aspects of bridge project delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships, while thoroughly understanding project risks and financial measures.
• Serve as a "seller/doer," developing work with specific clients and leading marketing plan development for target market areas.
• Lead and mentor other Project Managers, setting vision and strategy, and supporting professional growth across the team.
• Prepare proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documents.
• Track and oversee multiple projects, ensuring quality control and compliance with company standards.
• Play a key role in client contract interpretation and relationship management, ensuring all client needs are met.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required.
• Prior bridge design experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• NYSDOT, Bridge NY, or NY Thruway experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices.
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and oversee project accounting processes.
• Experience preparing proposals and project documentation as well as interpreting client contracts.
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision, MS Project and/or Primavera P6 preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed (less than 10%).

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Serve as a technical leader within the transportation discipline, leading challenging bridge projects that drive innovation and technical excellence.
• Make a measurable impact while mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.
• Collaborate with talented professionals across multiple disciplines in a flexible, supportive work environment.

Curious about the impactful work our Bridge team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to safe, resilient infrastructure by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$150,000 - $175,000

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.

Culture/EEO Statement:

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.