New England Regional Bridge Manager

CHA • Burlington, MA

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About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a New England Regional Bridge Manager to lead its regional Bridge practice from Burlington, Boston, or Norwell, Massachusetts, or Hartford, Connecticut. The role shapes regional strategy, leads and develops multidisciplinary teams, strengthens client relationships, and oversees delivery of complex structural infrastructure programs. The manager will help expand CHA’s New England presence and advance practical, cost-effective solutions that improve mobility, safety, and resilience across the region’s transportation network.

The position combines technical, operational, project, and business leadership. It includes managing bridge and structural projects from planning and proposals through design, construction support, and closeout; overseeing staffing and resources; developing technical staff and managers; monitoring project financial performance; and championing quality control, risk management, and project audits. The role also works with transportation agencies and company leadership to build client partnerships and grow the regional Bridge portfolio.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, a Professional Engineer license, and at least 15 years of progressive engineering experience, including technical leadership and project management. A master’s degree and participation in professional engineering societies or organizations are preferred. Salary range: $170,000–$220,000.

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.
• Proven leadership skills, including strategic thinking, technical expertise, and a client-focused approach.
• 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 preferred.
• Strong MassDOT experience highly preferred.
• Participation in professional engineering societies or organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire bridge professionals across New England, fostering team engagement, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Oversee staffing levels, resource allocation, and operational activities to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor and develop technical staff and managers, promoting high-quality 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, 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: Senior