Senior Program/Construction Manager

Join Us:

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Program/Construction Manager to join our Commercial & Institutional – PM/CM Team at our Bethlehem, PA office.

What You'll Do:

CHA is committed to delivering on-time, on-budget and high-quality projects, working closely with owners throughout the process to ensure success. We provide the necessary tools and skillset to effectively manage construction projects from schools and apartment buildings to municipal buildings and warehouses.

At CHA, the Senior Program/Construction Manager will be responsible for the overall management and oversight of capital projects within the group. This senior, key role will serve as a trusted advisor and owner representative to clients, ensuring all projects are completed according to client specifications and client needs are met across all sites. Our Senior Program/Construction Managers are skilled collaborators who are experts at problem solving and adapting and staying calm under pressure. This individual sells and develops work with specific clients, ultimately leading to a “seller/doer” dual role.

The Senior Program/Construction Manager clearly and successfully communicates updates to the client, management and project team, as well as prepares for and attends monthly project review meetings with operations. The professional in this role plays an important role in setting visions and strategies for other Project Managers and understands the professional goals of others.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, science, planning, engineering management or a related degree is required; or equivalent combination of experience and licensure
• A minimum of 11 years of industry experience required; a minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Design experience required
• Expert knowledge of project engineering and/or general construction principles and construction schedule 
• Knowledge of multi-prime contracts 
• Experience leading public clients on school and municipal projects through the design and construction process required
• Experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations and project closeout documents for projects required
• Demonstrated experience in managing client relationships
• Experience understanding and interpreting client contract requirements
• Ability to track and oversee multiple projects required
• Experience utilizing problem-solving skills, exercising discretion, and making independent judgments required
• Experience managing project accounting processes to include project budgeting, forecasts and cash management required
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience managing client relationships with investor-owned utilities is highly preferred 
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred
• An articulate and persuasive communicator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Knowledge of MS Project and/or Primavera P6 preferred
• Ability to travel as needed required
• Consulting industry experience highly preferred 
• Strong ability to resolve matters timely and lead initiatives/projects to completion with a sense of urgency 
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, build and manage relationships and influence decisions from the top down and bottom up 
• Trustworthy with the ability to handle confidential matters and sensitive information or situations with discretion 
• PE, AIA, CCM, or CEM license preferred

Salary Range:

$130,000 - $145,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.