Sr. Project Manager I

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Lead Complex Energy Projects as a Sr. Project Manager I — Deliver Solutions That Drive Performance and Long-Term Value

Are you an accomplished project leader who thrives on guiding large-scale initiatives, building trusted client relationships, and delivering innovative technical solutions? Do you enjoy helping clients improve facility performance, reduce operational costs, and navigate complex energy and infrastructure challenges?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager I to join our Generation & Energy Management Team in a remote capacity. In this role, you'll lead multidisciplinary projects that help clients optimize operations, improve energy efficiency, strengthen infrastructure performance, and support long-term sustainability goals. This is an opportunity to influence strategic initiatives, mentor talented professionals, and drive successful outcomes for clients across a diverse range of industries.

What You'll Do:

• Manage all aspects of project delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships, while thoroughly understanding project risks and financial measures
• 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 in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 15 years’ progressive engineering experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areas
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and Deltek Vision preferred
• Deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• 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
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
• Ability to travel as needed

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Lead impactful projects that help clients improve energy performance, enhance operational reliability, and achieve long-term business goals
• Collaborate with industry-leading professionals delivering innovative solutions across energy, manufacturing, and advanced technology environments
• Expand your leadership influence while mentoring talented teams and shaping project strategy

Curious about the impactful work our Generation & Energy Management Team is delivering? Explore how CHA supports manufacturing and advanced technology facilities at: chasolutions.com/solutions/manufacturing-advanced-technology-facilities/.

Salary Range:

$165,000 - $180,000

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.

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