Senior Project Manager

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP USA is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate who will be responsible for leading and delivering Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSM&O) consulting, planning, and field inspection services, ,supporting Business Development efforts, and supporting the P3 practice.

The Senior Project Manager position will directly support the Senior Vice President, Program & Construction Management in growing the PMCM Practice in the Mid Atlantic, and will play lead roles in projects.

This role will also support the ITS National Practice and the local Traffic Engineering practices in Maryland, Virginia and associated states, as well as the National P3 and Alternative Project Delivery Practice and specific projects.

The position will be responsible for field inspection of telecommunications, ITS and tolling field devices for highway projects.

The position requires an effective team leader who works cooperatively to deliver projects and programs on time and on-budget, meeting the quality standards per the technical specifications and in accordance with quality, safety and security procedures.

The TSM&O Senior Consultant will be client and industry-facing and will build and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients, and teaming partners, and will represent the firm and the practice at industry events.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work with the WSP Program and Construction Management group as a part-time inspector for transportation projects and other asset types in the Mid Atlantic, and will support the planning, design and consulting activities of the other Practices..

Your Impact

Job Duties :

• Conduct field inspection, QA / QC and IA / IV for telecommunications, ITS and tolling filed device installation
• ITS Planning including Concept of Operations, Functional Requirements and ITS Architecture
• Prepare and / or review ITS design
• Conduct systems engineering activities
• Plan, lead and implement development, renovation and improvement of Traffic Management Centers
• Development ITS and Tolling Operations & Maintenance Plans
• Prepare cost estimates (CAPEX and OPEX) for ITS and tolling systems
• Provide planning and consulting services for Connected / Automated Vehicles (CAV)
• Identify new projects, lead project pursuits, support Business Development in Virginia and Maryland in conjunction with other WSP staff
• Support national P3 practice in conjunction with SVP, providing technical advisory to owners and project proponents

Represent public agency owners to provide project oversight, guidance and control during construction

• Develop technical specifications and requirements and other components of bid packages.
• Provide Construction Engineering & Inspection services for telecommunications, ITS and Tolling field installation
• Lead and oversee QA / QC and IA / IV efforts on projects
• Work schedule varies according to job assignments and / or contractor schedules, and may include night work, weekends, and holidays; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

Qualifications :

• Virginia P.E.
• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSM&O)
• Experience conducting project site visits
• Similar experience in other asset types such as public buildings, police headquarters, school buildings and fare payment systems is desirable
• Proven ability to manage complex budgets and schedules.
• Transit and / or rail experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of linear construction means and methods
• Understanding of project finance in Design / Build P3 context
• Working skill in operating computer equipment, software programs and field inspection equipment; read and interpret transit rail, roadway, bridge, and structure plans and contract specifications;

maintain detailed records, and communicate effectively with agency, contractor personnel and the public.

• Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Relocation assistance is available for this position.

About Us

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals.

WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.

S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges.

Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race / Age / Color / Religion / Sex / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / National Origin / Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES :

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment / staffing services specific to the position at hand.

Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.