Subsurface Utilities Manager

Join Us: Lead with Expertise as a Subsurface Utilities Manager — Strengthen Energy Reliability for Communities Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the future of energy by applying your advanced engineering skills to modernize and fortify natural gas infrastructure? Do you excel at solving intricate technical challenges and leading projects that enhance system resiliency, safety, and long‑term sustainability? CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Subsurface Utilities Manager to join our Gas Engineering Team in Albany, NY , where you'll help design and deliver innovative solutions that support reliable gas distribution, grid resiliency, and energy transition goals. This is your opportunity to take ownership of high‑impact projects, mentor emerging engineers, and drive forward‑thinking strategies that strengthen the systems communities depend on every day. What You’ll Do: Organize, direct, and coordinate activities related to gas engineering projects, from initial assessment through planning and design Collaborate with team leadership to manage and motivate a high‑performing group of technical professionals, ensuring excellence in project delivery and achieving team utilization goals Effectively manage project budgets, scope, and schedules to deliver successful outcomes for critical utility initiatives Engage with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and expectations are exceeded throughout each phase What You Bring: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering required Minimum of 4 years of discipline‑specific engineering experience required; previous project or team management experience preferred Professional Engineer (PE) license required Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (GasWorks, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.), as well as Microsoft Office Demonstrated technical proficiency in respective discipline and strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws Proven leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one‑on‑one and in front of large groups Strategic thinker with the ability to guide and motivate team activity and resolve issues with urgency Experience with project budgeting preferred; basic understanding of accounting processes Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred Why You’ll Love It Here: Lead challenging gas infrastructure projects that strengthen system reliability, resiliency, and modernization across utility networks Mentor and inspire junior engineers committed to advancing safe, efficient, and sustainable energy delivery Collaborate with talented professionals across disciplines in a flexible work environment Curious about the impactful work our Gas Engineering team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to grid reliability and regulatory compliance by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/grid-resiliency-energy-transition-solutions/. Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 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. Culture/EEO Statement: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr CHA Consulting, Inc.