WSP is seeking a Power Delivery Senior Project Manager for our Power & Energy
Power Delivery Project Management Team.
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for managing the day-to-day
activities of the project management team to produce a product consistent with
WSP mission statement and our culture. The SPM is expected to lead by example
in adhering to WSP's culture and defined project management and business
practices and to achieve the goals of the business plan, maintain WSP's
high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our
clients. The position requires a focus on division goals to enhance client
connection, maintain uncompromising quality and build a better future together.
Building a team atmosphere is critical to the success of our department.
The SPM day-to-day activities will include managing the project execution of
engineering teams, promoting quality deliverables, and provide strategic and
technical leadership in the development and execution of project controls
systems.
The successful candidate may work from a mutually acceptable location within the
United States and will be based out of any WSP local office with the ability to
work remotely in a hybrid office arrangement. You must have the ability to
travel to a WSP and/or Client office for periodic in-person meetings.
THIS OPPORTUNITY
The SPM provides technical, administrative, and commercial project management
leadership for the development, execution, delivery, management, control and
monitoring of Substation, Transmission and Distribution Line projects throughout
the US in support of company, regional, and national business line goals. This
position will focus on managing engineering projects for Engineer, Procure,
Construction (EPC) clients. Ensures all responsibilities throughout the full
project lifecycle including proposal phase, planning and project startup,
project execution, procurement, construction support, schedule, cost control,
reporting, and project closeout are executed, adhered to, delivered, and audited
with a level of quality that meets or exceeds corporate and client project
excellence and delivery standards.. Provides practical leadership, process
improvement, and innovative solutions to address schedule, cost, risk, quality,
and stakeholder management challenges within a dynamic, regulated, and evolving
Power Delivery and energy infrastructure environment. Provide engineering team
guidance on providing engineering solutions that not only meet codes and
standards but also provide total installed value to the client and ultimate
owner/operator of the facility.
YOUR IMPACT
• Provide project management leadership for small/medium/large‑scale/more
complex complex high voltage and EHV projects throughout the US, including
pursuit and development of opportunities, initiation, planning, execution,
controlling, and closing ensuring support for preparing and overseeing project
detailed design, budgets, forecasts, margins and KPIs, monitoring external
events and risk contingencies, ensuring satisfactory performance, and managing
the contractual obligations to deliver the project or assigned portfolio of
assigned project(s) as defined in the contract and client’s expectations.
• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement and communication strategies for
clients, internal leadership, engineering teams, contractors, and regulators,
maintaining strong relationships and providing timely reporting on project
status, risks, and performance.
• Provide guidance during pursuit, initiation, and project startup phases,
supporting Go/No‑Go decisions, contract and commercial reviews, pricing
strategies, delivery risk assessments, and mitigation planning for Power
Delivery and utility capital projects
• May participate, and many times, lead the contract T&Cs negotiations, rate
schedule development, and client presentations.
• Actively drive and coordinate the completion of appropriate levels of
internal risk review required for all projects associated with your reporting
staff, adhering to company RDOA requirements and procedures.
• Actively lead and enforce appropriate technical and constructability
reviews, ensuring selection of qualified engineering and discipline leads,
adherence to QA/QC programs, and compliance with utility standards and WSP
project quality plans.
• Provide written and verbal technical input to multi‑disciplinary project
teams and contribute strategic, risk‑informed advisory guidance to clients on
schedule, cost, constructability, and execution strategy.
• Mentor and coach project managers, engineers, and support staff, supporting
career development, performance improvement, and leadership growth within the
Power Delivery organization.
• Manage, evaluate, and provide performance leadership to assigned staff,
ensuring alignment with project objectives, safety expectations, and delivery
standards
• Ensure timely updates and governance compliance for project management
systems and documentation, including Risk Registers (REF/RMP), Project
Management Plans (PMP), Quality Plans (QP), Project Safety Plans (PSP), and
Communications Plans
• Facilitate and lead project kick‑off, safety, and execution alignment
meetings with key internal and external stakeholders to establish roles,
responsibilities, and delivery expectations.
• Coordinate with area managers, technical leads, and resource managers to
address staffing, subcontracting, and specialty support needs in a timely
manner.
• Maintain regular client communications, including monthly progress
reporting, safety performance, major risks/issues, and scope or budget impacts,
reinforcing WSP’s role as a trusted advisor.
• Participate in and lead problem project and recovery reviews, conducting
root‑cause analysis, identifying corrective actions, and developing project
recovery and mitigation plans
• Ensure consistent project reporting and governance updates to clients,
technical leadership, and business unit managers, proactively identifying
emerging scope, schedule, cost, or risk issues.
• Monitor and manage accounts receivable (AR), unbilled revenue, cash flow,
and invoicing, coordinating with project accounting and finance teams to resolve
issues and maintain financial health of projects.
• Complete formal project closeout activities, including financial closeout,
documentation archiving, client acceptance, and lessons‑learned workshops to
support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary professionals to deliver integrated,
future‑ready power delivery solutions, strengthening WSP’s position as a trusted
advisor to clients.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds,
client commitments, project risks, and professional conduct, in accordance with
WSP’s Code of Conduct and corporate policies.
• Ensure EPC clients and ultimate owner/operators of the facility
expectations are met and/or exceeded. Perform additional responsibilities as
required
WHO YOU ARE
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field
within the Power & Energy Market, or equivalent experience in a technical or
engineering firm. Candidates with PMP certification will be considered.
• 12+ years of progressive post‑education experience in a project management
role within the Power Delivery/Utility Industry.
• Minimum of 3 years applicable industry experience working and/or providing
engineering services for IOUs, IPPs, Co-Ops, Munis, EPCs, etc.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading engineering and/or construction
teams on medium to large electrical utility scale clients for medium, high
voltage and/or extra high voltage power delivery type projects.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in managing engineering projects with an
Engineer, Procure, Construction (EPC) delivery model.
• Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools
required, including:
o Contract Management
o External and Internal Team Meeting Management
o Earned Value Management
o Change Management
o Risk Management
o Schedule Management (this includes experience with CPM project schedules
such as Primavera P6 or equivalent
o Financial Management
• Highly proficient understanding of project delivery process, specifically
EPC delivery model, within the Power Delivery/Utility industry and strong
background and experience in project management.
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills with demonstrated business
and commercial acumen, enabling effective integration of project controls,
financial performance, risk management, and client objectives.
• Advanced proficiency in critical thinking, risk‑based decision‑making, and
problem‑solving, including performing project management assessments, schedule
and cost evaluations, forecasting, and scenario analysis to optimize project
outcomes.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage
effectively, persuasively, and professionally with executive leadership,
clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated self‑leadership and accountability, with strong attention to
detail, quality, multitasking, and adaptability in a fast‑paced project
environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while providing
technical guidance, mentoring, and leadership to mid‑level and senior project
staff, with strict adherence to QA/QC, safety, and delivery standards.
• Advanced proficiency in technical writing, project documentation, office
automation, and project management software, including Microsoft Office (Word,
Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint), scheduling tools, and PM platforms.
• Strong experience managing the review, approval, and coordination of
discipline‑specific deliverables, technical reports, scopes of work, and
execution plans within a multi‑project, multi‑disciplinary portfolio.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and gain cooperation from a broad range
of stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, subcontractors,
consultants, and matrixed internal teams, without formal authority.
• Proven commitment to workplace health, safety, and environmental
performance, including adherence to WSP safety programs, drug/alcohol policies,
and harassment‑free workplace standards.
• Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a
variety of schedules and hours to meet project-specific needs. Occasional
travel is required and travel frequency will depend on client and
project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
• PE License
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.
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