Senior Project Manager

WSP • Columbus, OH

12d

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Project Manager for our
Transportation and Infrastructure business in our Ohio offices. In this role you
will support our client development program, lead strategic pursuits and serve
as a senior project manager for major projects.

Join a collaborative team of experts that thrives on challenge and
unconventional thinking. We’re passionate about doing purposeful, sustainable
projects that help shape our communities into the future.

Our projects are local and across the U.S. They include municipal and state
infrastructure planning, programming, design and construction support for all
phases of project development. We are fortunate to have fantastic qualifications
across the Midwest and around the world for all things infrastructure, from
complete streets, bicycle and pedestrian projects to major highway, bridge and
transit programs. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part
of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed
us to build communities and expand our skylines. Come join us and help shape the
future!

Requirements

• A minimum of 20+ years of progressive experience in the transportation industry.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited civil engineering program.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ohio or ability to obtain within three months.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to manage a large span of control while effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interacting with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated project management experience - personally accountable, persistent, and goal-oriented.
• Ability to provide value in marketing and business development activities.
• Successful project management experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• An excellent communicator and team leader.
• ODOT and Ohio Local Municipality Experience.
• Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and criteria using sound judgment.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Embodies WSP USA’s values of innovation and client success through our capabilities, that drives practice excellence

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and teams to provide quality delivery on projects of all types and sizes.
• Represent WSP USA in the local engineering community.
• Develop and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients, agencies, partner firms and sub-consultants.
• Assist in the strategic growth of market sectors including marketing, proposal writing, and business development.
• Create a professional environment of innovation, opportunity, development and continuous improvement that supports office objectives
• Recruit, retain and develop top industry talent.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees