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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Transmission Program Manager

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

12+ years exp

WSP is currently seeking a Transmission Program Manager for their Ft. Worth, TX office. This role involves providing strategic leadership and oversight for high voltage electric power transmission and substation projects, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and client expectations.

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Responsibilities

Establish, coordinate, and implement program delivery plans that align with WSP’s corporate goals and client expectations

Lead program-level planning, reporting, and performance management activities across multiple projects and disciplines

Lead the project planning process including initiation, design, engineering, material procurement, construction, outage planning (local and regional), testing, commissioning, and project close out

Capable of identifying and securing new business including client development, proposal coordination and preparation, client presentations, negotiations, and project execution

Supervise and provide technical direction to project managers, engineers, and functional support staff involved in program execution

Oversee the development and enforcement of governance frameworks, project delivery standards, and escalation procedures

Ensure integration of scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality management across all components of the program

Conduct detailed analysis of project performance metrics and lead root cause analyses for schedule delays or budget overruns

Support senior-level engagement with clients and external partners through strategic program input and coordination

Review project documentation for consistency, accuracy, compliance, and alignment with program objectives

Develop and implement robust risk and opportunity management frameworks across all phases of the program lifecycle

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

Qualification

Program managementHigh voltage projectsProject controls softwareStakeholder engagementRisk managementBudget managementLeadershipCommunicationDecision-makingTeam management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management or a closely related discipline, or demonstrated proven equivalent experience

12+ years of relevant post-education experience in program management in large scale high voltage electric power projects including generation, transmission, substation or distribution projects

Extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary programs from inception to completion in infrastructure, transportation, or similar sectors

Strong understanding of integrated project delivery methods, including design-build, CM/GC, and other alternative models

Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale budgets and schedules while maintaining quality and compliance

Proven success implementing enterprise program controls, governance processes, and risk mitigation strategies

Experience with stakeholder engagement and management in both public and private sectors

Advanced knowledge of project controls software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and other scheduling tools

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