WSP · 1 month ago
Resident Engineer/Project Manager
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Resident Engineer/Project Manager for their Portland, OR office. This role involves leading construction management projects, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring quality control in engineering practices.
Responsibilities
Bring a “best practice” mindset with an eye to constant improvement and quality in delivery of work product including developing comprehensive quality plans and working with independent internal and client quality assurance teams
Perform marketing and networking activities to develop and maintain strong client relationships, expand work, assist with developing strategic teaming partners
Develop staffing plans and schedules to meet task requirements, delivering technical excellence and quality work in accordance with project schedules and budgets
Manage sub-consultants
Supervise field inspection and field office personnel
Review work in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project drawings and specifications
Responsible for quality control of field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, and surveying on projects
Apply diversified knowledge of construction engineering principles and practices and independently make decisions on significant construction engineering problems
Develop and maintain team inspection standards at high quality level of delivery
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
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or relevant field; or equivalent experience/education combination
Minimum of 7 overall years of experience with specific, demonstrated Project Manager / Resident Engineer experience on highway, infrastructure, and/or transit/rail projects
Professional Engineer registration (PE) in Oregon or Washington
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
Familiar with the role of construction management marketing, Project/Construction Manager/Resident Engineer
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Demonstrated team building and verbal/oral skills
Able to foster collaboration between technical and management teams working from other locations
Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Computer literate
Ability to travel for work when needed
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Valid state driver's license
Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening
Preferred
Experience with project scheduling, estimating and constructability reviews
Civil Infrastructure (roadway/bridge) construction and/or program management experience with medium to large size projects
Understanding of pursuit management and client relationship building
Experience with local, state, federal and transit organizations in the states of Oregon and Washington
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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