Senior Underground Utilities Project Manager

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Boston, MA

8d • $140,000 - $150,000 • Remote

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Underground Utilities Project Manager to join their Gas Team. This role involves leading complex gas infrastructure projects that support safety, reliability, and the evolving energy transition. The position is a "seller/doer" role, requiring the individual to drive project execution, deepen client relationships, and deliver innovative solutions. Opportunities are available in Albany, NY; Norwell, MA; Syracuse, NY; or remotely. The role offers the chance to lead impactful work, develop new business, and mentor future project leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management or a related field is required
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience required
• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Demonstrated experience in managing client relationships and interpreting client contract requirements
• Experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documents required
• Proven ability to manage project accounting processes (budgeting, forecasts, cash management)
• Ability to solve problems with urgency and independently drive initiatives from concept to completion while overseeing multiple projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience utilizing problem-solving skills, exercising discretion, and making independent judgments required
• Ability to travel as needed required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and/or Deltek Vision preferred
• Consulting industry experience and/or experience managing client relationships with investor-owned utilities highly preferred
• PMP certification, PE or equivalent professional license preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of gas engineering projects—from scoping and proposal development to scheduling, budgeting, and quality management
• Prepare proposals, project plans, project schedules, extra work authorizations, submittments, and project closeout documents to ensure on-time, compliant project delivery
• Serve as the primary client contact, resolving issues, anticipating needs, and ensuring alignment across all project phases
• Manage project financials, including forecasting, cash flow, resource allocation, and subcontractor payments
• Act as a “seller/doer,” developing work with specific clients and leading marketing plan development for target market areas
• Lead and mentor other Project Managers, setting vision and strategy, and supporting professional growth across the team

Benefits

• Lead high-impact gas projects that support energy reliability and the transition to cleaner, modernized systems
• Mentor and inspire the next generation of gas engineering and project management talent
• Join a growth-oriented, mission-driven team committed to technical excellence and client success

What This Job Offers

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