WSP is seeking EHV EPC Project Manager (Power Delivery)- Remote for our Power &
Energy Program Management Office in Portland, OR. The following locations will
also be considered: Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Seattle,
WA, Boise, ID, Helena, MT and Phoenix, AZ. In this position, you will be
responsible for cradle-to-grave execution of high-voltage transmission EPC
projects, from project development and design through construction,
energization, and final closeout.
THIS OPPORTUNITY
This position provides high level technical project leadership, and guidance
with managing the administrative, commercial, and technical components of EHV
Transmission and Substation project(s) or portfolio of projects in accordance
with WSP’s core values, and the level of project services agreed upon in the
contract by WSP and the client(s).
Responsible for the overall performance of assigned project(s) that are moderate
and larger size/complexity and regional in scope, and includes oversight for
financial, technical, client satisfaction, quality, safety, and schedule.
Ensures that responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle (proposal phase,
project startup and planning, project execution, reporting, and project
closeout) are adhered to, delivered, and audited with a level of quality that
meets or exceeds acceptable corporate standards for safety, execution,
profitability, and operational purpose.
YOUR IMPACT
Coordinate and communicate with all levels of management and disciplines
throughout the project life cycle to support project cost and schedule
objectives, both internally and within the client’s systems.
Lead the development of project proposals, cost estimates, scope, schedules,
and resource plans
Oversee management of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, cost and change
management and control.
Provide regular project reporting and updates to clients, technical leads,
and business leaders, identifying any emergent issues with scope, risk,
and/or budget and mitigation strategies.
Be the face of WSP for the client. Develop and nurture strong, long-term
relationships with client by understanding their needs, providing tailored
solutions, and ensuring consistent communication to drive satisfaction and
retention.
Adherence to proven processes and ability to develop new processes to
standardize procedures.
Adhere to safety regulations and enforce project safety standards
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.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
WHO YOU ARE
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Project Management or
Construction Management), Engineering Technology, Physical Sciences, or a
related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience within an
A/E/C firm, utility, EPC, or power delivery consulting environment.
10+ years of relevant post education experience in a project management role
within our industry.
3+ years of EHV transmission level voltage project experience (115kV up to
500kV)
Cradle to grave EPC project management experience for transmission level
voltage
Highly proficient understanding of project delivery process and strong
background and experience in project management. Experience managing
projects through a variety of delivery models (DBB, EPC, PDB).
Advanced proficiency with analytical and organizational skills, with business
acumen to bridge the business and project management.
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.
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to
senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, relevant
software, MS Office suite products (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, Project,
SharePoint), technology, spreadsheets, and PM tools.
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including
senior management, subcontractors, consultants, and company-wide staff,
including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by
WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a
variety of schedules and hours to meet project-specific needs.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by
WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
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): $120,000 - $210,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith
believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful
applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to
internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to
ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits
and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s
sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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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.
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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.