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.

We are currently seeking an Ohio Bridge Leader to join our Infrastructure - Transportation/Bridge Team at our office in Columbus, OH.

CHA believes our employees should have the time and flexibility to balance work and personal commitments. We offer most employees the option of a hybrid schedule with a work week that includes both office and work from home days.

CHA's bridge team has been recognized as one of the leading innovators in the industry. We are on the forefront of bridge design developing new solutions that reduce cost and maintenance and utilize accelerated bridge construction (ABC) techniques to reduce road closure impacts. We incorporate collaborative and diverse thinking with practical and cost-effective designs that responsibly improve mobility and safety throughout the United States.

The Ohio Bridge Leader is responsible for working with the Ohio CHA team to grow the bridge practice regionally. The individual in this role oversees the overall client relationship including any technical, financial, or logistical issues that may arise. Our Bridge Leader will be a skilled collaborator who is an expert at problem solving, adapting and driving growth.

The Ohio Bridge Leader clearly and successfully communicates with a variety of stakeholders and plays an important role in setting visions and strategies for other Project Leaders while demonstrating an understanding of the goals of CHA. They are responsible for developing our strategy for key clients and, with the support of a team of project managers and senior technical staff, executing that strategy to achieve client satisfaction and growth. Additionally, this individual is knowledgeable of the client's organization regarding budget, priorities, organization structure, trends, and policy issues, and understands CHA's capabilities to maximize and grow our market share.

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!

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Science, Planning, Engineering Management or a related degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• PE or equivalent professional license required
• Minimum of 15 years' experience required; minimum of 8 years' project management experience required
• Established relationships with ODOT leadership required
• Knowledge of and history with ODOT contracts, selection process, and pre-qualifications required
• Experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations and project closeout documents for projects required
• Demonstrated experience in managing and growing client relationships
• Experience understanding and interpreting client contract requirements
• Ability to track and oversee multiple projects required
• Experience utilizing problem-solving skills, exercising discretion, and making independent judgments required
• Experience managing project accounting processes to include project budgeting, forecasts and cash management required
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite required
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred
• An articulate and persuasive communicator with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Ability to travel as needed required (~10% of the time)

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.

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