Sr. Project Manager/Site Engineer

CHA•Charlotte, NC

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager/Site Engineer to join our Land Development Team in Cary, NC; Charlotte, NC; Columbia, SC; or Richmond, VA. This is a senior level leadership role for a proven project manager and business developer who is ready to grow client relationships, lead complex projects, and help expand CHA’s presence across the Southeast. As a Senior Project Manager at CHA, you will lead land development projects from pursuit through delivery—ensuring they are executed on time, within scope, and on budget—while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction and financial performance. Approximately 50% of this role is dedicated to business development, including leveraging existing client relationships, pursuing new opportunities, and driving repeat work. This position is ideal for a professional who combines technical expertise with strong client-facing and leadership skills and is motivated by growing both projects and people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related technical field required
Minimum of 11 years of professional experience, including 8 years of project management experience required
Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) license required
Demonstrated success expanding client bases, winning pursuits, and driving revenue growth
An established network of clients capable of generating new business opportunities
Strong experience managing client relationships and complex, multi-project workloads
Proven ability to prepare proposals, manage project development, and support organizational growth goals
Solid understanding of project accounting, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management
Proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and the Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and adapt to diverse audiences
Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently
Willingness and ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver land development projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and expanding client accounts
Actively pursue new business by leveraging an established professional network, identifying leads, and executing client pursuit strategies
Prepare and oversee proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documentation
Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasts, billing, and cash flow
Interpret and administer client contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
Collaborate across disciplines and offices to deliver integrated solutions
Mentor and motivate team members while fostering strong internal relationships
Represent CHA through networking, industry involvement, and client engagement