Northeast Region Bridge Lead

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.

We are currently seeking a Northeast Region Bridge Lead to join our Infrastructure - Transportation/Bridge Team at our office in either Colonie, NY or Buffalo, NY.

CHA's bridge team has been recognized as one of the leading innovators in the industry. We are on the forefront of bridge design developing new solutions that reduce cost and maintenance and utilize accelerated bridge construction (ABC) techniques to reduce road closure impacts. We incorporate collaborative and diverse thinking with practical and cost-effective designs that responsibly improve mobility and safety throughout the United States.

The Northeast Region Bridge Lead plays a critical role in the execution of high-quality projects that support the needs of our clients. The professional in this role oversees both technical staff and those in project management roles. They are responsible for reviewing appropriate staffing levels for the forecasted work, resource leveling, staff engagement, technical excellence and quality, and all operational activities so the team can function at an optimal level.

The Northeast Region Bridge Lead is also responsible for the development of the staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality projects on time and within budget. This individual will be measured relative to the team's project net revenue, project PF compared to budget, and expenses, as well as other metrics such as utilization and voluntary turnover. Additionally, as a leader at CHA, this position will also be expected to directly manage projects of varying size and scope.

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!

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required, Master's preferred
• Professional Engineer License (PE) required
• Minimum of 10 years' combination of project management/budgeting and technical leadership experience required
• NYDOT, bridge design experience required
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline(s) with a proven ability to strategically apply best practices
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
• Understands QA/QC procedures and understands basic business practices and laws related to engineering
• Ability to write proposals and monitor financials required
• An articulate and persuasive communicator with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Ability to lead large teams of technical staff, oversee staffing levels
• Trustworthy and able to handle confidential matters and sensitive information
• Ability to sell/develop work with specific clients, fill "seller/doer" role
• Active role in a professional engineering society/organization preferred
• Ability to travel required (less than 10% of the time)

$120,000 - $144,000

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.

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.