Senior Water/Wastewater Project Team Leader

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Team Leader to join our Water Team in Orlando, FL. You will lead multidisciplinary teams delivering water, wastewater, and stormwater projects, guiding them from planning to closeout.

The ideal candidate brings a PE license, 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, and a proven track record in leadership, client relations, and technical excellence. This role offers an influential position in shaping resilient infrastructure within the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; PE license is required.
• 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, including technical leadership and project management.
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong leadership, strategic and client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of water/wastewater professionals to maintain morale, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Oversee staffing levels, resource allocation, and project execution for water/wastewater initiatives.
• Mentor staff and managers to deliver high-quality work within safety, schedule, and budget targets.
• Direct water/wastewater projects from planning through closeout with varying sizes and complexities.
• Monitor financial performance and pursue opportunities to improve project value and align with business goals.
• Communicate progress, milestones, and results clearly to leadership and project teams.
• Champion QA/QC, risk management, and audits for reliable, compliant solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Staffing & budgeting

Client focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Team Leader to join our Water Team in Orlando, FL. You will lead multidisciplinary teams delivering water, wastewater, and stormwater projects, guiding them from planning to closeout.

The ideal candidate brings a PE license, 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, and a proven track record in leadership, client relations, and technical excellence. This role offers an influential position in shaping resilient infrastructure within the community.