Project Manager III

Lead the Future of Power Infrastructure as a Project Manager III — Deliver, Integrate, Advance

Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, engineering, and execution? Are you motivated by leading high‑impact projects that strengthen the grid and enable the next generation of energy solutions?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager III to join our Electric Transmission Team working remotely. This is an exciting opportunity to provide leadership across complex, high‑voltage transmission initiatives—partnering with clients, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and delivering resilient solutions that improve system performance, enhance reliability, and support renewable energy integration at scale.

• Lead proposal development and create clear scopes, schedules, and budgets in coordination with electric transmission 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 Electric Transmission portfolio

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field required
• Minimum of 9 years of industry experience required; minimum of 6 years of project management experience required
• 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
• PMP certification, PE (Professional Engineer) license, or equivalent professional license preferred
• Consulting industry experience highly preferred

• Lead innovative electric transmission projects that make a lasting impact on sustainability
• Work alongside passionate engineers, planners, and technical specialists who drive excellence in every phase of delivery
• Enjoy a collaborative, growth‑focused culture where your ideas, expertise, and professional development are valued

Curious about the impactful work our Electric Transmission team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to grid resiliency and energy solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/grid-resiliency-energy-transition-solutions/.

$130,000 - $140,000

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.