Project Manager II

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Strengthen the Future of Power Delivery as a Project Manager II — Lead Critical Electric Transmission Projects Are you an experienced project manager ready to guide complex infrastructure projects that strengthen grid reliability? Do you excel at coordinating technical teams, managing project performance, and building trusted relationships with utility clients?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager II to join our Electric Transmission Team in Albany, NY;
Syracuse, NY; or Rochester, NY. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary projects supporting the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of electric overhead transmission systems. What You'll Do:

Manage electric overhead transmission projects from planning and design through delivery, ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with contract requirements

Build and maintain strong client relationships while developing a clear understanding of project goals, technical needs, and expectations

Coordinate project scopes, schedules, budgets, deliverables, approvals, and quality controls across multidisciplinary teams

Manage contracts, purchase orders, project documentation, and ongoing coordination with clients, regulators, and subcontractors

Oversee project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management, while ensuring timely payments and accurate reporting

Lead monthly project review meetings, communicating progress and updates to clients, management, and project teams

Develop and implement health and safety plans, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, quality standards, and permitting requirements

Support proposal development, identify new business opportunities, and help expand CHA’s electric overhead transmission services

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Science, Planning, Engineering Management, or a related field required

Minimum of 7 years of industry experience required, including 4 years of project management experience Proven ability to manage project accounting processes (budgeting, forecasts, and cash management) as well as prepare proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations and project closeout documents Demonstrated experience managing client relationships, understanding contract requirements, and overseeing multiple concurrent projects

Experience with Microsoft Office required; knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek VantagePoint preferred

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt style for various audiences

Experience leveraging problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment

Ability to travel as needed and work collaboratively with technical teams

Consulting experience preferredPMP, PE or equivalent professional license preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

Lead critical electric overhead transmission projects that strengthen grid reliability, resiliency, and long-term energy delivery Collaborate with experienced engineers, designers, and project professionals supporting overhead transmission infrastructure

Advance your career in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values technical excellence, client service, and professional growth

Curious about the impactful work our Electric Transmission team is doing? Discover how CHA supports grid resiliency, infrastructure modernization, and the energy transition by visiting: CHA Electric Transmission. Salary Range:$115,000 - $130,000

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:

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