SAR Business Development Leader

Shape the Future as a SAR Business Development Leader — Strategize, Guide, Grow

Are you a seasoned engineering leader ready to shape the future of infrastructure solutions? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where technical excellence meets strategic growth?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a SAR Business Development Leader to join our Water/Wastewater Team in Richmond, VA to drive innovation and expansion in our high-growth Sewer Assessment and Rehabilitation (SAR) practice. This is your opportunity to lead multiple project teams, mentor emerging talent, and influence the trajectory of a critical business line.

• Provide engineering leadership and oversight across multiple project teams, ensuring technical excellence from concept through completion
• Guide cross-functional collaboration between engineering, business development, and project management to align project delivery with strategic goals
• Mentor and train new engineering staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical rigor
• Participate in strategic business development plans to expand SAR services across our national footprint
• Serve as a technical resource across multiple projects, offering insight and direction on complex engineering challenges
• Prepare technical proposals and external presentations for clients, the general public, and regulatory agencies, showcasing CHA’s commitment to sustainable water solutions

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areas
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office
• Proven leadership skills and ability to lead teams in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
• Deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws

• Lead transformative water, wastewater, and stormwater projects that shape the future of infrastructure and environmental stewardship
• Mentor and inspire talented teams dedicated to delivering clean water and safe wastewater solutions
• Collaborate with industry experts and company leadership in a flexible work environment

Curious about the impactful work our Water/Wastewater team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/.

$200,000 - $225,000

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.