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WSP in the U.S. · 3 hours ago

Lead Project Manager

WSP is a leading company in the Earth and Environment sector, seeking a Lead Project Manager for their Project Management group in the Western United States. The role involves overseeing all stages of project life cycles for environmental consulting services, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining client satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for managing budgets, scope, schedules, resourcing and client satisfaction while working closely with professionals from WSP’s teams across the United States and supported by trained project coordinators
Must be familiar with the project scope and objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member to effectively co-ordinate the activities of the team
Use project management tools, methods, and best practices to plan and manage projects in a way that aligns with the expectations of stakeholders and meet business needs
The role is client-facing, and strong interpersonal skills combined with direct communication, ethics and integrity is a must
Must be action-orientated, resourceful and has the ability to hold self and others accountable

Qualification

Environmental ConsultingRisk ManagementProject ManagementMS ProjectPMI CertificationClient ManagementInterpersonal SkillsLeadershipAdaptabilityTeam Management

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Environmental, Business or related discipline
Minimum of 10 years of post-education work experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental / mining consulting industry
Minimum of 10 years work experience with private sector clients working in industries including, but not limited to, mining, environmental, manufacturing, power, aggregates, and/or water
Demonstrated experience with project financial tracking, and change management related to scopes of work
Understanding and adherence to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMI)
Experience in identifying and mitigating against project risks and developing risk registers
Expertise in project planning, tracking and analysis (e.g., using MS Excel or similar programs)
Highly organized, adaptable, a developing leader, and calm under pressure
Experience in managing multi-discipline teams
Proven focus on the management of clients and subcontractors
Experience in the use of MS Project and/or P6 Primavera
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

PMI Project Management Professional
Experience managing coordinated program-level portfolios of projects
Alaskan engineering project experience

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 in the U.S.

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What if you could shape built and natural environments – and the future of those that use them? With us, you can.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lewis (Lou) Cornell
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Esposito
Chief Financial Officer
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