Resident Engineer/Project Manager

WSP•Vancouver, WA

9d•$185,000 - $227,300

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Resident Engineer/Project Manager for its Vancouver, Washington office, with Portland, Oregon also listed as a location. The role combines project delivery with business development and client relationship building to expand WSP’s Construction Management practice across Southwest Washington and Oregon. The successful candidate will support major transportation and infrastructure programs, develop agency relationships, pursue and win work, and contribute to the continued growth of the business. The position leads and supports project teams and sub-consultants, develops staffing plans and schedules, and oversees field inspection and field office personnel. It is responsible for quality control across field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, and surveying, while applying construction engineering principles and relevant codes and standards. The role also includes collaborating with WSP business line leads and project managers, maintaining high team inspection standards, and making responsible and ethical decisions in accordance with company policies. WSP describes its workplace model as flexible and agile while meeting client needs. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
At least 12 years of overall experience, including demonstrated Project Manager or Resident Engineer experience on highway, infrastructure, and/or transit or rail projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Oregon or Washington.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Familiarity with construction management marketing and Project Manager, Construction Manager, or Resident Engineer roles.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Demonstrated team-building ability, strong interpersonal skills, and effective communication skills.
Ability to foster collaboration between technical and management teams working from other locations.
Knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset and ability to exercise sound judgment.
Computer literacy.
Ability to travel for work when needed.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass motor vehicle screening.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project scheduling, estimating, and constructability reviews.
Civil infrastructure (roadway/bridge) construction, water/stormwater construction, and/or program management experience with medium to large projects.
Understanding of pursuit management and client relationship building.
Experience with local, state, federal, and transit organizations in Oregon and Washington.
Demonstrated success leading pursuits, winning work, and growing client accounts as a seller/doer.
Experience serving as an Owner’s Representative on public infrastructure programs.
Experience with alternative delivery methods, including Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and CM/GC.
Experience supporting procurement, risk management, constructability reviews, partnering, and owner advisory services for alternative delivery projects.
Experience recruiting for inspector, office engineer, and contract administration roles.

Responsibilities

Lead and support major transportation and infrastructure programs, including the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, ODOT I-5 Rose Quarter Improvements, City of Washougal 32nd Street Railroad Grade Separation PDB, City of Longview Columbia Heights Road Improvements, Cowlitz County Tower Road Bridge Replacement, and WSDOT Southwest Region Construction Support Contracts.
Serve as a seller/doer, developing client relationships and pursuing opportunities with WSDOT, ODOT, cities, counties, ports, and transit agencies.
Conduct marketing and networking activities to maintain client relationships, win project pursuits, and develop strategic teaming partners.
Contribute to the growth and expansion of WSP’s Construction Management business in Southwest Washington and Oregon.
Develop staffing plans and schedules to meet task requirements while delivering technical excellence and quality work.
Collaborate with WSP business line leads and project managers.
Manage sub-consultants and project teams.
Supervise field inspection and field office personnel and conduct performance reviews.
Review work for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Provide quality control for field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, and surveying.
Apply construction engineering principles and independently make decisions on significant construction engineering challenges.
Develop and maintain high-quality team inspection standards.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation or other personal time
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings