Sr. Project Manager

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. seeks a Sr. Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary building design projects in Boston, MA; Albany, NY; or Syracuse, NY. You will guide architecture and structural work from concept through construction, manage scope, budget, and schedule, and strengthen client relationships.

Join the Architecture & Structural Team to deliver high-performing spaces that serve communities. Travel may be required and PMP/PE credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field.
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience; minimum of 8 years of project management experience.
• Consulting industry experience preferred.
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, schedules, budgets, and closeout documentation.
• Strong background in client relationship management and responsive communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Strong experience with project accounting processes and financial oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vision.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of building design projects through design and construction administration, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships, while thoroughly understanding project risks and financial measures
• Lead architecture and structural projects across public and private markets, including municipal, institutional, educational, healthcare, housing, industrial, and community-focused facilities
• 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

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Vision

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Vision

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Project Manager

Location: US-MA-Boston | US-NY-Albany | US-NY-Syracuse

Join Us:

Lead Transformative Building Design Projects as a Sr. Project Manager - Shape Spaces That Strengthen Communities

Are you a seasoned project leader ready to guide complex building design initiatives from concept through completion? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where architecture, structural innovation, client service, and community impact come together to create lasting results?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to join our Architecture & Structural Team in Boston, MA; Albany, NY; or Syracuse, NY. This is an exciting opportunity to lead multidisciplinary building design projects, strengthen client relationships, and help deliver thoughtful, high-performing spaces that support the people and communities they serve.

What You'll Do:

• Manage all aspects of building design projects through design and construction administration, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships, while thoroughly understanding project risks and financial measures
• Lead architecture and structural projects across public and private markets, including municipal, institutional, educational, healthcare, housing, industrial, and community-focused facilities
• 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 engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field required
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Consulting industry experience preferred
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, schedules, budgets, and closeout documentation
• Strong background in client relationship management and responsive communication
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong judgment and problem-solving skills
• Strong experience with project accounting processes and financial oversight
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vision preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with collaboration experience
• Ability to travel as needed
• PMP certification, Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent professional license preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Lead meaningful building design projects that enhance how people live, learn, work, and gather
• Collaborate with architecture and structural professionals delivering creative, resilient, and high-performing solutions
• Help shape spaces that support communities while advancing client goals, design quality, and project success

Curious about the impactful work our Architectural & Structural team is doing? Discover our commitment to visionary design by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/building-design/.

Salary Range:

$130,000 - $145,000

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.