Bridge Section Manager- Albany

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Roessleville, NY

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About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Bridge Section Manager to join our Bridge Team in Albany, NY, where you’ll guide the planning, design, and delivery of innovative bridge and structural solutions across diverse transportation networks. This is your opportunity to take ownership of high‑impact projects, mentor emerging engineers, and help strengthen the built environment for the communities we serve.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required; previous project or team management experience preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices across various areas
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.), as well as Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Proven ability to lead a team and manage relationships across the company
• An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups
• Strategic thinker with the ability to guide and motivate team activity and resolve issues with urgency

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred
• previous project or team management experience preferred
• Experience with project budgeting preferred; basic understanding of accounting processes
• Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and Deltek Vision preferred
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and coordinate activities related to bridge infrastructure projects, from initial assessment through planning and design
• Collaborate with team leadership to manage and motivate a high-performing group of technical professionals, ensuring excellence in project delivery and achieving team utilization goals
• Effectively manage project budgets, scope, and schedules to deliver successful outcomes for critical bridge initiatives
• Engage with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and expectations are exceeded throughout each phase

What This Job Offers

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