Senior Construction Project Manager

CHA • Albany, NY

5h • $165,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable projects that make a difference in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic environments, leading teams to success and building lasting client relationships? CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to join our PMCM Team in Albany, NY or Syracuse, NY . In this pivotal role, you’ll champion major capital projects from concept to completion, serve as a trusted advisor to clients, and help drive our mission to create cleaner, safer, and more resilient communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, science, planning, engineering management, or a related field required; or equivalent combination of experience and licensure
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Expert knowledge of project engineering and/or construction principles and schedules required
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and interpreting client contract requirements
• Experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documents
• Proven ability to manage project accounting processes (budgeting, forecasts, cash management)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite required; knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and/or Deltek Vision preferred
• Ability to solve problems with urgency and independently drive initiatives from concept to completion while overseeing multiple projects
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and build relationships in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt style for various audiences
• Regular travel required

Nice To Haves

• Consulting industry experience and/or experience managing client relationships with investor-owned utilities is highly preferred
• Professional licensure preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of private and public sector projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality completion
• Serve as an advisor for clients, collaborating closely to ensure their needs are met across all project sites and assist in identifying and hiring project employees
• Lead and mentor project teams, setting vision and strategy for other Project Managers and supporting the professional growth of junior staff
• Communicate project updates clearly to clients, management, and teams; prepare for and participate in monthly project review meetings
• Prepare proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, project schedules and closeout documents
• Oversee project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management as well as interfacing with financial institutions to secure project funds
• Oversee adherence to project-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and Quality Management Plans, ensuring all projects achieve the necessary QA/QC compliance standards
• Develop and sell project work with clients, embracing a “seller/doer” role to drive business growth in addition to leading marketing plan development

What This Job Offers

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