Description
WSP is seeking a full-time Vice President, Civil Project Engineer/Manager (PS&E Delivery) to support Northern California projects. The successful candidate will be involved in projects with the Civil Engineering Team, focusing on meeting client objectives and solving challenges.
Your Impact
People & Performance Leadership
- Assist in managing, growing, and developing the Civil Engineering Transportation team.
- Provide leadership, partnering with the Local Business Leader and Senior Management Team.
- Focus on meeting Key Performance Indicators and contributing to the West Region's success.
- Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
- Recruit for new key positions and retain current staff.
Business Development
- Support clients and the industry through innovative thought and advancement of transformative transportation projects.
- Collaborate with other local offices and in-house national transportation delivery experts to provide clients with innovative solutions.
- Support transportation business development efforts, strategy development, client engagement, and pursuits in California.
- Assist in procuring contracts with preferred contractors for transportation projects.
- Engage with clients to develop new business leads and project pursuits.
- Develop strategic alliances and project partners to secure new work.
- Represent the firm in the market through involvement in client and industry events and associations.
Project/Program Management
- Lead the delivery of roadway projects and project teams for Caltrans and other local agencies in the Southern Northern California District.
- Lead the delivery of transportation, rail, and transit projects and project teams for agencies in the Northern California District.
- Lead key projects as Contract Manager, Project Manager, Sr Lead, or other roles as appropriate.
- Participate in contract negotiations.
- Guide staff and assist in project management responsibilities, including oversight of project financial performance and risk management plans.
- Provide leadership and oversight to ensure quality project deliverables.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Engineer license required (California preferred).
- Advanced proficiency with Caltrans Design Development process, Highway Design and Construction practices.
- 12+ years of relevant post-education experience in civil engineering and infrastructure design.
- 10+ years of total experience in Caltrans-related projects.
- Ability to lead and grow the civil engineering business.
- Experience as a project manager, deputy project manager, construction management, or task lead on projects.
- Excellent management/leadership skills.
- Highly proficient with technical writing and Microsoft Office suite.
- Established client relationships and industry contacts.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
- Experience working with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).
- Local agency roadway and intersection planning and design experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, InRoads/OpenRoads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
Compensation and Benefits
- Expected Salary: $175,000 - $240,000
- Comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.