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
Managing Director/Business Line Director
to join our
Buildings Design Business Line
located near any of our major
Eastern US
office locations including
Portland, ME ;
Albany, NY;
Boston, MA;
or
Parsippany, NJ.
YOUR IMPACT
With a long history of public and private projects - schools, manufacturing and warehouses, sports venues, courthouses, multifamily housing and healthcare facilities - CHA has honed our approach to high-performance buildings, prioritizing energy conservation and promoting green building principles. From designing schools that inspire learning to repurposing manufacturing sites into vibrant cultural hubs, our team‘s adaptability shines through.
The Managing Director/Business Line Director will oversee the overall P&L management and strategic direction of the Buildings Design business line to ensure profitable growth within its multiple business practices. This includes developing and executing a growth strategy, managing staffing, project management, technical excellence, quality assurance, and operational activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Line Oversight:
Ensure the delivery of high-quality projects and services. Strategic Management:
Collaborate with corporate leadership to set and achieve operational and financial strategies. Budget Preparation:
Manage the Business Line‘s financial performance and annual budget. Project Management:
Oversee project execution; ensure proper processes and design principles are followed. Team Morale:
Work with Sector Leadership, Business Practice Leaders, and HR to address growth and improvement areas. Staffing Oversight:
Determine appropriate staffing levels in collaboration with Sector President, Sector Controller, and Business Practice Leaders.
Collaboration:
Foster communication and coordination across Business Practices, markets, and employees. Business Development:
Lead new business bookings and support proposal efforts. Marketing
Collaboration:
Work with the Marketing/Communication team to position and brand the business line services and develop growth plans. Acquisition Identification:
Identify potential acquisition targets to support business growth.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, people-centric professional who excels in building strong relationships, is highly adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strategic thinking is essential, as this role requires the ability to develop and implement forward-thinking strategies that align with CHA‘s long-term goals.
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 Mechanical, Electrical or Structural engineering, Bachelor degree in Architecture, or related field is required; M.S. or MBA preferred. A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience is required. Professional Engineer License (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) required. Strategic thinker to properly position the group for strong growth and financial performance. Strong understanding and knowledge of his/her business line as well as the adaptability for future services to be offered.
Demonstrated financial management…