Georgia Regional Highway Leader

*Job Description
WHY CHA?
Finding a better way.*
At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a
Georgia Regional Highway Leader
to join our
Infrastructure – Highway & Rail Team
at our
Atlanta, GA
office.

YOUR IMPACT
CHA was founded more than 70 years ago to design innovative transportation infrastructure. Our highway professionals have planned, developed and provided solutions to municipalities, metropolitan planning organizations, public and private authorities, and state transportation agencies. Addressing the immediate travel needs and expectations of today's society and anticipating the mobility and modal challenges and opportunities of the future requires comprehensive planning, engineering and a commitment to innovation and sustainable design. CHA's transportation team embraces new challenges from roads and highways to roundabouts and rail lines.

The Georgia Regional Highway Leader plays a critical role in the execution of high-quality projects that support the needs of our clients. The professional in this role is responsible for overseeing both technical staff and those in project management roles to include reviewing appropriate staffing levels for the forecasted work, resource leveling, staff engagement, technical excellence and quality, and all operational activities so the team can function at an optimal level. The Georgia Regional Highway Leader will also work in conjunction with the Business Practice Leader, Key Account Managers, Client Advocates, and Regional Leaders for other business practices (including Bridge, Traffic, and Geospatial) to formulate and execute comprehensive strategies to support the growth of CHA's Transportation Business Line in Georgia.

This individual is also responsible for the development of the staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality projects on time and within budget. This individual will be measured relative to the team's project net revenue, project PF compared to budget, net bookings, and expenses, as well as other metrics such as utilization and voluntary turnover. Additionally, as the Georgia Regional Highway Leader at CHA, this individual will also be expected to directly manage projects of varying size and scope.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you'll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your "why" at CHA

*REQUIREMENTS*

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum of 15 years of experience (combination of project management and technical leadership) with proven success as a people leader
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to practically apply best practices
• Proficiency with MS Office software required
• Understands QA/QC procedures and basic business practices as well as laws related to engineering
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (MicroStation, Inroads, Open Roads Developer, etc.)
• Completely familiar with and advocates for the company's standards for quality control and compliance
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and effectively work in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of fundamentals in specialty areas
• An active role in a professional engineering society/organization preferred
• Technically astute and strategic in thinking to properly position the team for strong technical and financial performance and client satisfaction
• An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups
• Strong ability to resolve matters timely and lead initiatives/projects to completion with a sense of urgency
• Ability to inspire, motivate, build and manage relationships across the company, and influence decisions from the top down and bottom up
• Trustworthy with the ability to handle confidential matters and sensitive information or situations with discretion
• Strong experience with project budgeting

SALARY RANGE:
$175,000 - $200,000

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.
Auto req ID
457790BR

*Minimum Education Required*
Bachelors

Job_Category
Engineering

*REQUIREMENTS
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities*

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum of 15 years of experience (combination of project management and technical leadership) with proven success as a people leader
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to practically apply best practices
• Proficiency with MS Office software required
• Understands QA/QC procedures and basic business practices as well as laws related to engineering
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (MicroStation, Inroads, Open Roads Developer, etc.)
• Completely familiar with and advocates for the company's standards for quality control and compliance
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and effectively work in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of fundamentals in specialty areas
• An active role in a professional engineering society/organization preferred
• Technically astute and strategic in thinking to properly position the team for strong technical and financial performance and client satisfaction
• An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups
• Strong ability to resolve matters timely and lead initiatives/projects to completion with a sense of urgency
• Ability to inspire, motivate, build and manage relationships across the company, and influence decisions from the top down and bottom up
• Trustworthy with the ability to handle confidential matters and sensitive information or situations with discretion
• Strong experience with project budgeting

City*
Atlanta

State*
Georgia

Job Code
Engineering Engineering

Affiliate Sponsor
CHA Consulting Inc

Salary Range

$100,000