Business Practice Leader

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. in Bethlehem, PA seeks a seasoned Business Practice Leader to guide the PMCM Team, oversee strategy, operations, and finances, and drive growth with owner-focused program delivery.

You will lead a high-performing, cross-functional group, shape a growth strategy, ensure quality delivery, manage P&L, and foster collaboration across markets—delivering trusted client outcomes and sustaining CHA's reputation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive industry experience.
• Strong strategic mindset for growth and delivery excellence.
• Deep understanding of Business Practice operations and market needs.
• Solid P&L financial management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high‑performing Owner’s Representation & Project Management team, maintaining morale, engagement, and talent retention.
• Develop and execute a Business Practice–specific growth strategy, positioning the practice as a trusted advisor and industry leader in owner-focused program delivery.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality projects and services, overseeing project management standards, quality assurance, and client satisfaction.
• Provide full P&L oversight, establishing financial targets, preparing annual budgets, and actively managing performance against key operational and financial metrics.
• Strengthen project management excellence across the practice, guiding teams in scope, schedule, cost control, risk management, and delivery consistency.
• Align staffing and resource plans with backlog and workload projections to support effective execution and optimal utilization.
• Champion collaboration across business practices and markets to improve efficiency, share expertise, and support enterprise-wide success.
• Support business development and market growth efforts, including proposals, interviews, client engagement, and pursuit strategy development.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Financial management

Communication

Leadership

Relationship builder

Cross-functional collaboration

Licensure/Professional credentials

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Join Us

Set the Direction as a Business Practice Leader — Strengthen Owner Advocacy, Elevate Delivery Excellence, and Drive Profitable Growth

Are you a senior leader who excels at guiding complex programs, building trusted client relationships, and leading teams accountable for results? Do you bring a strong command of business strategy, financial performance, and delivery oversight within an owner-focused environment? CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Business Practice Leader to provide strategic direction, operational leadership, and financial oversight for our PMCM Team in Bethlehem, PA. In this role, you will be responsible for the growth, performance, and reputation of the Business Practice—ensuring disciplined program delivery, engaged teams, and consistently positive outcomes for our clients and CHA.

What You'll Do

• Lead and inspire a high‑performing Owner’s Representation & Project Management team, maintaining strong awareness of morale, engagement, and talent retention
• Develop and execute a Business Practice–specific growth strategy, positioning the practice as a trusted advisor and industry leader in owner-focused program delivery
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality projects and services, overseeing project management standards, quality assurance, and client satisfaction
• Provide full P&L oversight, establishing financial targets, preparing annual budgets, and actively managing performance against key operational and financial metrics
• Strengthen project management excellence across the practice, guiding teams in scope, schedule, cost control, risk management, and delivery consistency
• Align staffing and resource plans with backlog and workload projections to support effective execution and optimal utilization
• Champion collaboration across business practices and markets to improve efficiency, share expertise, and support enterprise-wide success
• Support business development and market growth efforts, including proposals, interviews, client engagement, and pursuit strategy development

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive industry experience required
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to position the practice for growth and delivery excellence
• Deep understanding of Business Practice operations, future service opportunities, and market needs
• Demonstrated financial management experience with solid P&L comprehension
• Persuasive, articulate communicator—effective one on one, in teams, and with large groups
• High energy, results oriented leader with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
• Strong ability to manage confidential information, resolve issues quickly, and drive initiatives to completion
• Proven relationship builder skilled in motivating teams and fostering cross organizational collaboration
• Professional technical licensure required or equivalent professional experience

Why You'll Love It Here

• Lead a Business Practice that partners directly with owners to guide complex programs from planning through delivery
• Shape the strategic direction and growth of a practice centered on client confidence and results
• Work alongside multidisciplinary experts to deliver integrated, owner-focused solutions across multiple markets
• Play a key leadership role in advancing CHA's operational performance, talent development, and long-term success

Curious about the impactful work our PMCM team is doing? Discover our commitment to leadership, technical excellence, and client success by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/program-owners-project-management/ .

Salary Range

$200,000 - $220,000

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.