Aviation Construction Engineer - CHA Consulting, Inc.

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 an Aviation Construction Engineer to join our Infrastructure - Aviation/Planning & Program Team at our office in either Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; Hartford, CT; or Providence, RI. 

CHA provides aviation master planning and a full complement of related services to give airport leaders a clear path forward as they plan for the future to meet a variety of stakeholder needs. We have the capability to provide airport planning, development and programming design, obstruction evaluation, and project cost estimating.

The Aviation Construction Engineer will assist higher level Inspectors and Construction Engineers in observing and documenting the construction of airports, highways and streets, sewer and water systems, dams, bridges, buildings and building systems (HVACR, electrical, plumbing, security, and communication systems), and other structures and facilities.

More specifically, the professional in this role will Observe and monitor construction for conformance with contract documents and shop drawings/material submittals, record field observations and determine acceptability of construction work performed, as well as monitor contractor’s quality control and verify construction conforms to the contractor’s quality control plan. Additionally, the Aviation Construction Engineer makes field measurements, computations and records of acceptable work. The individual in this role calculates the quantity of acceptable completed work for payment and prepares reports outlining the work performed and the quantity of completed and accepted work under the supervision of experienced Inspectors or Construction Engineers.

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 Civil Engineering or Construction Management required
• No experience required; however, 1 year of construction or construction observation experience preferred
• Airport/Airfield construction experience preferred
• Able to comprehend construction plans and specifications
• Willingness to learn and follow Company standards, learn construction techniques, and assist mid to senior level team members with complex projects
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn the construction industry
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Civil 3D experience a plus
• Strong mathematical skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability to work in a team environment
• Extensive travel may be required
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to pass TSA background check 

$60,000 - $78,000

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. 

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.