Sr. Client Project Manager

Drive Strategic Impact as a Sr. Client Project Manager — Elevate Client Outcomes and Deliver Lasting Value

Are you motivated by leading high‑impact projects in technically complex, fast‑paced client environments? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, execution, and relationship‑building while helping clients advance critical technology and manufacturing initiatives?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Client Project Manager to join our Manufacturing Team at a client site in Bessemer City, NC. In this senior‑level role, you’ll serve as a trusted partner to clients—often working closely with them in operational environments—to guide complex programs from planning through execution. This is an opportunity to lead multi‑project portfolios that support advanced manufacturing operations, energy infrastructure, and facility investments, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and with long‑term performance in mind.

• Serve as the senior point of contact for key clients, fostering strong, long-term partnerships and acting as a trusted advisor
• Lead and oversee complex project portfolios or programs, ensuring consistent delivery, financial performance, and client satisfaction across multiple initiatives
• Translate client business objectives into executable project strategies across the full lifecycle—from planning and design through construction and closeout
• Oversee project performance and quality, providing clear, data-driven dashboards, status updates, performance reports, and financial insights to client and internal leadership
• Track project metrics in order to identify risks early, proactively resolve issues, and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align project delivery with organizational strategy, regulatory requirements, and market goals

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or a related field required, or equivalent combination of experience and licensure
• Minimum of 11 years of experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Proven success managing major clients and complex, high‑value project portfolios
• Strong understanding of project financials, contracts, and client requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and navigate technically challenging project conditions
• Strong business development acumen with experience supporting account growth and client expansion
• Experience preparing proposals, project plans, and project closeout documents
• Experience with Microsoft Office required; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, and Deltek Vision preferred
• Sharp problem‑solving and decision-making skills with the judgment and discretion needed to navigate challenging situations
• Excellent communication—clear, articulate, and adaptable for different audiences
• Excellent leadership and relationship‑building abilities with a focus on collaboration and client satisfaction
• Ability to travel as needed required
• Consulting industry experience highly preferred
• PMP certification preferred

• Lead impactful projects that support advanced manufacturing, energy systems, and facility investments critical to our clients’ operations
• Work closely with clients in dynamic, real‑world environments where your leadership directly influences project success
• Expand your leadership influence through client engagement and complex program oversight

Curious about the impactful work our Manufacturing team is doing? Explore how we help clients maintain operational efficiency and compliance at: chasolutions.com/solutions/manufacturing-advanced-technology-facilities/.

$140,000 - $155,000

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.

#LI-JL1