CHA Consulting, Inc.

Senior Project Manager (Sports)

CHA Consulting, Inc.$130K — $150K *
Hospitality & Recreation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field
  • At least 9 years in multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, and construction administration
  • 6 years of project management experience
  • Experience in commercial construction design
  • Preferred experience managing sports facilities
  • Proficient in project accounting, including forecasting and budgeting
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project and Deltek VantagePoint preferred
  • Ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

  • Lead proposal development and establish project scopes, schedules, and budgets
  • Serve as the primary client partner and build trusted relationships
  • Develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and coordinate multidisciplinary project planning
  • Manage project schedules, deliverables, and quality control processes
  • Oversee financial performance including budgeting and resource management
  • Lead contract administration and project documentation
  • Facilitate project meetings and provide progress updates
  • Support marketing efforts and contribute to the growth of the Sports portfolio

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead impactful sports and community-focused projects
  • Collaborate with industry-leading architects and engineers
  • Build trusted client relationships and drive business growth
  • Shape the future of CHA's expanding Sports practice
Full Job Description
Senior Project Manager (Sports)

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking Senior Project Manager (Sports) to join our Sports Team in Albany, NY. As a key leader, you'll oversee high-profile sports, recreation, and community-focused projects through every phase of delivery. From strategy and client engagement to team leadership and project execution, you'll play a pivotal role in bringing visionary spaces to life while helping expand CHA's impact in the sports market.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead proposal development and establish project scopes, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with multidisciplinary design teams
  • Serve as the primary client partner, building trusted relationships and ensuring project goals are achieved from concept through completion
  • Develop project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and direct project planning and coordination efforts across architects, engineers, planners, and specialty consultants
  • Manage project schedules, deliverables, approvals, and quality control processes to support successful project execution
  • Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue, and resource management
  • Lead contract administration, consultant coordination, and project documentation throughout all phases of delivery
  • Facilitate 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 Sports portfolio


What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field required
  • Minimum of 9 years of experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, and construction administration required, including 6 years of project management experience
  • Commercial construction design experience required
  • Sports facilities experience preferred
  • Demonstrated experience managing client relationships, understanding contract requirements, and overseeing multiple concurrent projects
  • Proven 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 with Microsoft Office Suite required; knowledge of MS Project and Deltek VantagePoint preferred
  • An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups
  • Ability to travel as needed required
  • PE (Professional Engineer) license or RA (Registered Architect) license preferred
  • Consulting industry experience highly preferred


Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Lead the delivery of impactful sports, recreation, and community-focused projects that leave a lasting mark on the places where people compete, connect, and thrive
  • Partner with industry-leading architects, engineers, and planners to bring complex, high-profile facilities from vision to reality
  • Build trusted client relationships, drive business growth, and play a key role in shaping the future of CHA's expanding Sports practice

Curious about the impactful work our Sports team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to elevating athletic environments by visiting: CHA Sports.

Salary Range:

$130,000 - $150,000

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.

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About CHA Consulting, Inc.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company offers services in the areas of transportation, water resources, environmental, facilities, and energy. CHA Consulting, Inc. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Albany, New York. The company has more than 1,400 employees and operates offices across the United States and Canada.
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