Description
WSP is currently seeking a full-time Vice President, Civil Engineering Project Manager (PSR, PA/ED and/or PS&E Delivery) to support our Southern California projects. This role can be based out of any of WSP's California offices.
As a Vice President, Civil Engineering Project Manager, you will be involved in projects with our Civil Engineering Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.
Your Impact
- People & Performance Leadership:
+ Assist in the management, growth and development of the Civil Engineering Transportation team. + Provide leadership, partnering closely with the Local Business Leader and Senior Management Team. + Focus on meeting Key Performance Indicators and contribute to the overall success of the West Region. + Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development. + Recruit for new key positions and retain current staff.
- Business Development:
+ Support our 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 and future-focused solutions. + Support transportation business development efforts, strategy development, client engagement and pursuits in California. + Assist in the process of 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, transportation/municipal projects, and project teams for local agencies in the Southern California District as an active member of the transportation team. + 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, adherence to project management and quality control plans, and adequacy of risk management plans. + Provide leadership and oversight to ensure quality project deliverables, including PS&E documents, engineering reports, project memorandums, etc. + Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. + Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Who You Are
- Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely related discipline. + Engineer license required (California preferred). + 12+ years of relevant post-education experience in the civil engineering and infrastructure design. + Ability to lead and grow the civil engineering business. + Experience as a project manager, deputy project manager, construction management or task lead on projects. + Ability to work independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. + Highly proficient understanding of project delivery process within the A/E/C industry and strong background and experience in project management. + Advanced proficiency with analytical and organizational skills, with business acumen to bridge the business and project management. + Advanced proficiency with critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make assessments and calculations involving the application of project management principles, with a sound understanding of intent, impact, and optimal outcomes. + Advanced proficiency with interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively, persuasively, and tactfully with leadership, subcontractors, and employees at all levels of the organization. + Excellent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and adjusting readily to the changing prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. + Advanced proficiency with Caltrans Design Development process, Highway Design and Construction practices.
- Preferred Qualifications:
+ Master's of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited program. + Experience working with Caltrans and other local municipal agencies. + Local agency roadway and intersection planning and design experience. + Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. + Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., MicroStation, InRoads/OpenRoads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D), technology, spreadsheets, and tools.
WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary (all locations): $200,000 - $250,000