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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Managing Director, Project Development

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$290K/yr - $325K/yr

15+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm seeking a Managing Director, Project Development to lead their Advisory and Planning department. The role involves overseeing a team of management consultants, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring high-quality consulting services in various domains including due diligence and alternative delivery methods.

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Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management: Lead and manage a diverse team of consultants, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment

Client Engagement: Lead by example by bringing, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and partner throughout the project development lifecycle. Ensure that clients' needs are met and their expectations are exceeded

Project Oversight: Oversee the implementation of consulting projects across various domains, ensuring that projects are executed effectively and meet client expectations. Monitor project progress, address issues, and ensure adherence to best practices

Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for the consulting practice, aligning with organizational goals and market conditions. Identify new business opportunities and stay abreast of industry trends

Innovation and Improvement: Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the team. Leverage specialized knowledge and an outside perspective to solve complex problems and enhance the team's capabilities

P&L Management: Manage the Profit and Loss (P&L) for the consulting practice, ensuring financial targets are met. This includes budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure the practice's profitability and sustainability

Due Diligence: Conduct investor advisory due diligence, independent engineering reviews, and performance reviews to ensure project success. Ensure that due diligence processes are thorough and objective

Procurement Strategy: Advise on procurement processes to select the right team for alternative delivery projects. Ensure that the procurement strategy aligns with the project's goals and requirements

Third Party and Project Governance: Develop and maintain formal governance frameworks to align partners, facilitate accountable decision-making, and actively manage risks. Ensure that governance practices are robust and effective

Energy and Social Infrastructure Alternative Delivery: Provide expertise in the delivery of energy and social infrastructure projects using alternative methods. Advise on project planning, execution, and management to ensure successful outcomes

Water Alternative Delivery: Oversee the delivery of water projects using alternative methods, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and meet client expectations. Provide technical guidance and strategic advice throughout the project lifecycle

Civil Rights Services: Ensure that all projects comply with civil rights regulations and standards. Provide guidance on civil rights issues, conduct compliance reviews, and ensure that projects promote equity and inclusion

Demand Modeling and Forecasting: Oversee the development of demand models and forecasts to support project planning and decision-making. Analyze market trends and data to provide accurate and reliable forecasts

Qualification

Project GovernanceProcurement StrategyDue DiligenceLeadershipAlternative Delivery MethodsCivil Rights AdvisoryDemand ModelingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsStrategic Thinking

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Urban or Transportation Planning, Data Sciences, Environmental Studies, Liberal Arts, Public Policy, Operations Research, Engineering, or closely related discipline

Graduate degree in relevant field (J.D., M.B.A., Ph. D)

Advanced proficiency and proven experience in the areas of due diligence, procurement strategy, alternative delivery methods, and/or civil rights

15+ years of relevant post education experience in discipline, and in a leadership, management consulting, or client advisory capacity

Strong leadership and team management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement effective plans

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements