Project Manager III

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Drive Energy Projects That Power What's Next as Project Manager IIIAre you a strategic project leader who thrives on guiding complex energy initiatives from planning through delivery? Do you enjoy partnering with clients to solve operational challenges, improve system performance, and advance reliable, efficient energy solutions?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager III to join our Generation & Energy Management Team in Hartford, CT;
Albany, NY;
Reading, PA;
Atlanta, GA;
Tampa, FL; or Knoxville, TN. In this role, you will lead the execution of diverse generation and energy-focused projects, working alongside industry experts to deliver innovative solutions across power and thermal systems, district energy networks, renewable technologies, and utility infrastructure programs that create lasting value for our clients.

What You'll Do:

Lead proposal development and create clear scopes, schedules, and budgets in coordination with technical teams

Serve as the primary client partner, addressing needs proactively and ensuring strong communication throughout each project

Develop project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and direct task coordination across multidisciplinary project teams

Manage project schedules, deliverables, approvals, and quality controls to keep work on track and aligned with contract requirements

Oversee project financials—including budgets, forecasts, revenue, and cash flow—maintaining strong financial performance

Direct contract administration, subcontractor coordination, and critical project documentation

Lead regular project meetings and provide timely progress updates to clients and internal stakeholders

Support marketing efforts, help identify new opportunities, and contribute to the growth of CHA’s Generation & Energy Management portfolio

What You Bring:

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

Minimum of 9 years of industry experience required, including 6 years of project management experience

Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Experience with substation design, district energy, or power generation projects strongly preferred

Prior design engineering experience preferred

Proven ability to manage client relationships and interpret client contract requirements

Demonstrated experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documents required

Experience managing project accounting processes—including forecasting, budgeting, revenue, and cash flow—required

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vision preferred

Proven leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment

Ability to solve problems independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and leadership skills with the ability to adapt style for various audiences

Ability to travel as needed required

Consulting industry experience highly preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

Manage diverse assignments spanning power generation, thermal systems, renewable energy, district energy, and utility infrastructure initiatives

Expand your leadership impact by mentoring project teams, building strong client relationships, and helping shape solutions from strategy through execution

Curious about the impactful work our Generation & Energy Management team is doing? Explore how CHA helps clients optimize energy performance, reduce operational costs, and deliver sustainable facility solutions by visiting: CHA Generation & Energy Management. Salary Range:$125,000 - $140,000

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