Senior Bridge Project Manager

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Norwell (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Project Manager to manage all aspects of bridge replacement and repair projects. Key responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, managing client relations, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and a PE license, with a minimum of 10 years of engineering experience.

This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects in a flexible work environment aimed at professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience, 8 years in project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong design-build experience and knowledge of engineering laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery for bridge replacement and repair.
• Develop work and lead marketing plans for target markets.
• Mentor Project Managers and support professional growth.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Leadership

Design-Build Practices

Communication Skills

Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Vision

Job description

Senior Bridge Project Manager

Locations: US-CT-Hartford; US-MA-Norwell; US-RI-Providence; US-CT-Rocky Hill; US-MA-Boston; US-MA-Burlington; US-ME-Portland; US-NH-Keene

What You'll Do

• Manage all aspects of bridge replacement and repair project delivery for DOT clients, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships, while thoroughly understanding project risks, financial measures, and design-build delivery requirements.
• 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, DOT requirements, and design-build best practices.
• 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 Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with MassDOT, CTDOT, and/or RIDOT required.
• Strong design-build experience required.
• 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.).
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and Deltek Vision preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Lead impactful bridge and transportation structure projects that enhance safety, resilience, and long-term community connectivity.
• Influence project strategy and client outcomes while mentoring and developing future engineering leaders.
• Enjoy a flexible work environment that supports professional growth and leadership development.

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

$140,000 - $160,000

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.