Senior Bridge Design-Build Project Leader

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Lead with Purpose as a Bridge Design Build Project Manager — Deliver Enduring Bridge Solutions

Are you a seasoned engineering leader ready to guide complex bridge projects from concept through delivery while shaping the future of transportation infrastructure? Do you bring a balance of technical depth, project leadership, and client partnership that drives successful outcomes on high ‑ profile initiatives?

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Lead with Purpose as a Bridge Design Build Project Manager — Deliver Enduring Bridge Solutions

Are you a seasoned engineering leader ready to guide complex bridge projects from concept through delivery while shaping the future of transportation infrastructure? Do you bring a balance of technical depth, project leadership, and client partnership that drives successful outcomes on high ‑ profile initiatives?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Bridge Design Build Project Manager to join our Bridge Team as a technical leader and mentor in Boston, MA;
Burlington, MA;
Providence, RI;
Hartford, CT;
Norwell, MA;
Portland, ME; or Keene, NH. This senior ‑ level role will focus on delivering bridge replacement and repair projects for DOT clients, with a strong emphasis on bridge design ‑ build delivery. This individual will lead multidisciplinary teams, serve as a trusted advisor to public agency partners, and play a pivotal role in advancing resilient, constructible, and innovative bridge solutions.

What You'll Do

• Manage all aspects of bridge replacement and repair project delivery for DOT clients, including scope, budget, schedule, and client relationships, while thoroughly understanding project risks, financial measures, and design ‑ build delivery requirements
• Serve 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
• Prepare proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documents
• Track and oversee multiple projects, ensuring quality control and compliance with company standards, DOT requirements, and design-build best practices
• Play a key role in client contract interpretation and relationship management, ensuring all client needs are met

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required;
  Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience with MassDOT, CTDOT, and/or RIDOT required
• Strong design-build experience required
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, Micro Station, etc.)
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera P6, and Deltek Vision preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and oversee project accounting processes
• Experience preparing proposals and project documentation as well as interpreting client contracts
• Ability to travel as needed
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

• Lead impactful bridge and transportation structure projects that enhance safety, resilience, and long ‑ term community connectivity
• Influence project strategy and client outcomes while mentoring and developing future engineering leaders
• Enjoy a flexible work environment that supports professional growth and leadership development