Sr. Project Manager/Site Engineer

About the role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager/Site Engineer to join our Land Development Team in Cary, NC; Charlotte, NC; Columbia, SC; or Richmond, VA. This is a senior level leadership role for a proven project manager and business developer who is ready to grow client relationships, lead complex projects, and help expand CHA’s presence across the Southeast.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver land development projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and expanding client accounts
• Actively pursue new business by leveraging an established professional network, identifying leads, and executing client pursuit strategies
• Prepare and oversee proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documentation
• Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasts, billing, and cash flow
• Interpret and administer client contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Collaborate across disciplines and offices to deliver integrated solutions
• Mentor and motivate team members while fostering strong internal relationships
• Represent CHA through networking, industry involvement, and client engagement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related technical field required
• Minimum of 11 years of professional experience, including 8 years of project management experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) license required

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success expanding client bases, winning pursuits, and driving revenue growth
• An established network of clients capable of generating new business opportunities
• Strong experience managing client relationships and complex, multi-project workloads
• Pioneered experience preparing proposals, managing project development, and supporting organizational growth goals
• Solid understanding of project accounting, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and adapt to diverse audiences
• Proven ability to solve problems, make sound judgments, and work independently
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed

Skills

• Technical expertise in land development and project management
• Strong client-facing and leadership skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Experience in proposal preparation and project management
• Proficiency with project accounting and financial management
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

• Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel
• Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $170,000, based on a variety of factors including qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards
• Company culture focused on innovation, excellence, and inclusivity

Pay

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.

Schedule

Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel.