Senior Bridge Project Manager

About the role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Bridge Project Manager to join our Bridge Team in Atlanta, GA. This role involves leading all phases of multifaceted bridge engineering projects, managing project delivery, and driving innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of multifaceted bridge engineering projects—from concept through completion
• Develop advanced structural designs, evaluation reports, and contract documentation
• Manage all aspects of bridge project delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships
• Thoroughly understand project risks and financial measures
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed project phases with engineering and project management teams
• Serve as a “seller/doer,” developing work with specific clients and leading marketing plan development for target market areas
• Work with our Southeast Bridge Project Managers to set vision and strategy, and support professional growth across the team
• Be a leader within CHA’s Southeast Bridge Team to identify, track, and pursue bridge-related opportunities as a pursuit champion, including preparing technical proposals and presentations showcasing CHA’s commitment to safe, cost-effective, and innovative bridge solutions
• 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

Requirements

• 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
• Prior bridge design experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• GDOT, FDOT, SCDOT experience preferred

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of the bridge and roadway engineering disciplines with a proven ability to apply best practices
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• 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

Skills

• Technical leadership in bridge engineering
• Project management expertise
• Client relationship management
• Proposal preparation and contract interpretation

Benefits

CHA offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 - $215,000, based on a variety of factors including qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The company also provides a supportive and inclusive work environment, celebrating diversity and advocating for equal participation in all aspects of the organization.

Pay

$150,000 - $215,000

Schedule

Full-time