Project Engineer

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Richmond, VA, USA
In-Office
74K-78K Annually
Entry level
Edtech • Kids + Family • Social Impact
The Role
Supports the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include assisting with technical solutions, preparing reports, contract documents, and cost estimates, performing engineering calculations, applying regulatory standards, and participating in field assessments. The role offers mentorship, hands-on project experience, office collaboration, field exposure, and occasional travel.
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Build Your Future as a Project Engineer — Gain Experience, Drive Progress, and Build Lasting Solutions


Ready to put your engineering skills to work on projects that make a visible difference? Join a team that's improving critical water infrastructure for communities across the region while giving you the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow from day one.


CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Water Team in Richmond, VA. In this role, you will support the design and delivery of critical water infrastructure projects that help communities thrive. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience, collaborate with industry professionals, and build the technical foundation for a successful engineering career.

What You'll Do:
  • Assist in the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for water/wastewater infrastructure projects
  • Support senior engineers in preparing technical reports, contract documents, and cost estimates
  • Perform calculations and design tasks using industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and best practices for water/wastewater systems
  • Join field assignments with senior staff to gain hands-on experience in assessment, planning, and improvement of water/wastewater infrastructure systems
What You Bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
  • No experience required; however prior internships and/or relevant coursework are preferred
  • Strong theoretical foundation and familiarity with engineering software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team
  • Participation in professional engineering society/organization preferred
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification a plus
Why You'll Love It Here:
  • Accelerate your career with hands-on project experience and mentorship from industry experts
  • Enjoy a dynamic role that combines office collaboration, field exposure, and occasional travel
  • Be part of meaningful projects that strengthen water infrastructure and create lasting community impact

Curious about the impactful work our Water team is doing? Learn more about how CHA supports water, wastewater, and sewer systems through innovative planning, design, and sustainable infrastructure solutions: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/.

Salary Range:

$74,000 - $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. 

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.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • No professional experience required
  • Familiarity with engineering software such as Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong communication skills
  • Prior internships or relevant coursework
  • Participation in a professional engineering society or organization
  • Engineer-in-Training certification
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The Company
718 Employees
Year Founded: 1963

What We Do

Challenger School is an independent, nonprofit private-school network serving preschool through eighth-grade students across campuses in California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, and Texas. Founded in 1963, it emphasizes foundational academics—reading, composition, mathematics, and history—while promoting independent thinking, traditional American history and values, and achievement-oriented learning. Its network serves more than 10,000 students annually through a broad traditional curriculum.

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