Assistant Financial Project Manager

CHA • Albany, NY

12d • $80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Are you eager to deepen your project management skills while contributing to work that strengthens communities? Do you excel in collaborative, fast‑moving environments where communication, initiative, and organization fuel success? CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Financial Project Manager to join our Electric Transmission Team in Albany, NY . This is your opportunity to support project managers, coordinate daily operations, and help deliver high‑quality results that move projects from vision to reality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field required
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience required with a proven ability to manage scope, budget, and schedule of technical tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and project management software required; knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-paced environment
• Motivated self-starter who works well independently and supports management
• Adaptable, calm under pressure, and skilled in problem-solving and negotiation

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Support project financials by helping set up WBS structures, updating forecasts, and tracking key metrics
• Assist in preparing proposals, developing scope, schedules, and budgets alongside technical and market teams
• Address client needs and resolve project issues with professionalism and care
• Support the planning and implementation of projects from inception to completion, tracking deliverables and reporting progress as well as purchase orders and payment coordination
• Assist project managers with budgeting, billing steps, and monthly closeout tasks that keep projects moving
• Create project timelines and schedules with minimal supervision
• Facilitate communication between office and field staff, ensuring daily operational tasks are completed efficiently and effectively
• Support compliance with specifications and project schedule and budget requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees