Sr. Project Manager II - Water

Drive Complex Water Infrastructure Projects as a Sr. Project Manager II - Lead Strategy, Strengthen Client Partnerships, and Deliver Scalable Solutions

Are you ready to take ownership of high-impact water and wastewater projects while guiding teams through complex challenges and evolving client needs? Do you thrive in roles where you balance strategic oversight, financial performance, and technical excellence to deliver meaningful infrastructure solutions?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager II - Water to join our Water Team in Indianapolis, IN. In this role, you'll lead the delivery of complex water/wastewater projects-aligning scope, schedule, budget, and risk while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. This is an excellent opportunity to guide multidisciplinary teams, support business development efforts, and help deliver resilient infrastructure solutions that protect communities and support sustainable growth.

Lead full lifecycle project management for complex water/wastewater projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and risk assessment
• Prepare and oversee proposals, coordinating with internal technical teams and market staff to develop winning strategies and comprehensive project plans
• Oversee contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and all project documentation, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and regulatory standards
• Drive project financial performance, including revenue, forecasting, cash flow, and profitability, while maintaining strong fiscal oversight throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead resource planning, subcontractor selection, and project execution strategies in coordination with technical leadership
• Facilitate regular client and internal progress meetings, providing clear updates and ensuring alignment across all stakeholders
• Mentor and support Project Managers and technical staff, helping guide team development, strengthen delivery capabilities, and elevate overall performance
• Contribute to business development efforts, supporting market growth strategies and expanding client relationships within target sectors

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Science, Planning, Engineering Management, or a related discipline required
• Minimum of 13 years of industry experience required; minimum of 10 years of project management experience required
• Demonstrated success managing complex projects, budgets, and client relationships within a consulting environment
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, project plans, and project closeout documentation
• Strong understanding of project financials, including forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management
• Experience interpreting and managing client contract requirements and coordinating subcontractors
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence teams and clients
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, and Deltek Vision preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or PMP certification preferred
• Ability to travel as needed

• Take ownership of complex, high-visibility projects that shape water and wastewater infrastructure across growing communities
• Amplify your leadership impact by guiding teams, influencing delivery strategy, and driving project success from pursuit through closeout
• Build enduring client partnerships while helping expand CHA's presence in the market

Curious about the impactful work our Water team is doing? Explore how our team is delivering innovative water/wastewater solutions that protect vital resources and strengthen communities by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/.

$135.00 - $165.00

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.

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