Project Manager I

Project Manager I Location: US-NY-Albany Job ID: 7711 | # Positions: 1 | Category: Asset Management Overview Take Charge of Complex Environmental Projects as a Project Manager I - Own Meaningful Work, Drive Sustainable Solutions Ready to take ownership of projects that shape communities and protect natural resources? Are you looking for an opportunity where your experience in environmental engineering and project delivery is valued—and your voice helps drive decisions? CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager I to join our Environmental Team in Albany, NY on a part‑time as needed basis. In this role, you'll own project outcomes from start to finish, collaborate with technical specialists across disciplines, and play a critical role in guiding projects through regulatory pathways while delivering practical, high‑quality solutions to clients. What You'll Do Manage environmental projects from initial investigation through design, permitting, and implementation, delivering practical and sustainable solutions. Oversee project delivery including scope, budget, schedule, and client coordination across public and private sector projects. Coordinate contracts, documentation, and collaboration with clients, regulators, and subcontractors. Drive project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly progress reviews. Develop and implement health and safety plans while ensuring regulatory compliance and QA/QC standards. Communicate project status, technical findings, and recommendations clearly to clients, stakeholders, and internal teams. What You Bring Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required. Minimum of 4 years of discipline‑specific engineering experience required; minimum of 2 years of project management experience required. Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Proven ability to manage scope, budget and schedule of technical tasks. Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office. Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws. Strong leadership, organization, and multitasking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred. Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred. Why You'll Love It Here Work on diverse projects that restore impacted sites and support sustainable land use. Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and environmental specialists across disciplines. Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel. Make a lasting impact by protecting natural resources and supporting resilient communities. Curious about the impactful work our Environmental team is doing? Discover our specialized solutions for site investigation, remediation, compliance, permitting, and more by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/environmental-solutions/. Salary Range $45.00 - $50.00 per hour. 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