Transportation Construction Management Sr. Project Manager

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. in Temecula, CA is seeking a Transportation Construction Management Sr. Project Manager to lead complex infrastructure projects. In this role, you will oversee project delivery, manage scope, schedule, and budget, while also mentoring project managers and inspection staff.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a Professional Engineer license, and at least 10 years of construction experience. Join a team that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction inspection experience.
• 8 years of project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex infrastructure projects.
• Build trusted relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Direct field operations and project controls.
• Provide leadership to Project Managers and inspection staff.

Skills

Decision-making

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Construction methods knowledge

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Vision

Job description

Transportation Construction Management Sr. Project Manager

Lead Complex Infrastructure as a Transportation Construction Management Sr. Project Manager - Drive Strategic Delivery and Construction Execution

Are you ready to take the lead on complex infrastructure projects where your decisions shape outcomes and build lasting client partnerships? Do you bring the confidence to guide teams, influence stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery from preconstruction through field execution?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Construction Management Sr. Project Manager to join our Construction Management Team in Temecula, CA. In this role, you will operate at the intersection of technical execution and project leadership—serving as a trusted advisor to clients, directing field operations, and driving forward project performance, quality, and compliance. This is a unique opportunity to elevate your impact by leading high‑visibility work and cultivating strong relationships that support long‑term success.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects, overseeing field execution while managing scope, schedule, budget, financial performance, and project risks across all phases.
• Serve as a true “seller/doer,” building trusted client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and contributing to strategic market development efforts within target sectors.
• Direct both field operations and project controls by guiding proposal development, project planning, scheduling, cost management, change documentation, submittals, and project closeout to ensure quality and compliance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Project Managers and inspection staff, establishing direction, reinforcing accountability, and supporting professional development across the team.
• Act as a key authority in contract interpretation and client coordination, ensuring alignment, responsiveness, and successful outcomes from project initiation through completion.

What You Bring:

• High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction inspection experience required, including leading complex construction projects; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods, materials, standards, and contract administration.
• Strong ability to interpret contracts, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven decision‑making and problem‑solving skills in dynamic field environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license required with the ability to safely navigate active job sites and adapt to varying field conditions.
• NICET Level IV certification preferred.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Take ownership of complex, high‑visibility infrastructure projects where your leadership and technical expertise directly shape successful outcomes.
• Build meaningful client partnerships while expanding your influence as both a project leader and trusted advisor.
• Work in a collaborative, solutions‑driven environment that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Curious about the impactful work our Construction Management team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$250,000 - $300,000

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.