New England Regional Bridge Manager

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Boston, MA

2d • $170,000 - $220,000

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a New England Regional Bridge Manager to lead and grow its regional Bridge practice. The position is based in Burlington, MA; Boston, MA; Norwell, MA; or Hartford, CT. The manager will guide regional strategy, lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, strengthen client relationships, and oversee delivery of complex structural infrastructure programs. The role supports CHA’s expansion throughout New England and the delivery of practical, cost-effective solutions that improve mobility, safety, and the resilience of the region’s transportation network.

The manager will oversee staffing, resource allocation, and operational activities; mentor technical staff and managers; and directly manage bridge and structural projects from planning and proposals through design, construction support, and closeout. The role also includes client and business development, project financial oversight, communication with leadership and project teams, and championing quality control, risk management, and project audits.

The role offers the opportunity to shape a regional Bridge practice, develop accomplished professionals, partner with clients and company leadership, and work across assignments ranging from bridge evaluations and inspections to complex design and construction initiatives. The stated salary range is $170,000–$220,000, with salary based on factors including qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• At least 15 years of progressive engineering experience, including technical leadership and project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and bridge or structural specialty areas.
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and MicroStation, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with New England DOTs, including MassDOT, CTDOT, and RIDOT.
• Strategic, technically astute, client-focused leadership ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws.
• Strong background in business development and client relationships.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and build relationships across the company.
• Strong experience with project budgeting and financial oversight.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Strong MassDOT experience.
• Participation in professional engineering societies or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire bridge professionals across New England, supporting team morale, engagement, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Oversee staffing levels, resource allocation, and operational activities to support successful bridge transportation project delivery.
• Mentor and develop technical staff and managers, promoting work that meets safety, schedule, budget, and client expectations.
• Directly manage bridge and structural projects of varying size and complexity from planning and proposals through design, construction support, and closeout.
• Strengthen relationships with transportation agencies and other clients and identify opportunities to expand CHA’s regional Bridge portfolio.
• Monitor project financial performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support business practice goals.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with leadership and project teams, sharing performance updates, milestones, and successes.
• Champion quality control, risk management, and project audits to support safe, reliable, and technically sound bridge solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager