WSP in the U.S. · 21 hours ago
Assistant Vice President, Management Consultancy
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$123K/yr - $219K/yr
7+ years expWSP is currently initiating a search for an Assistant Vice President in Management Consultancy. The role involves providing high-level technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, programs, and projects for clients in infrastructure assets.
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Responsibilities
Provide guidance with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, spreadsheets, financial documents, federal legislation, grant requirements, and other matrices for project development, design, consultation, and construction
Apply high-level management consulting and client advisement to identify improvements for various infrastructure project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation
Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates for more complex or involved initiatives; preparing construction phasing plans, process reengineering within large infrastructure organizations, and updating infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, external stakeholders, sub-consultants, and clients
Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of infrastructure projects, including project approval, funding, rehabilitation and/or reconstruction, new construction, oversight, advisement, and analysis
Develop and incorporate advanced technologies, building materials, modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, innovative practices, and operating strategies to account for the financial viability, approval, safety and functionality of end-users, and project success for clients
Actively collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to foster and provide “trusted advisor” service and future-ready solutions for clients
Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, technical calculations, permit applications, construction, collaboration with thought leaders, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical requirements
Lead business case preparation for infrastructure development and initiate client advisement on funding, finance, and delivery of capital projects
Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, quantitative/qualitative analyses, spreadsheets, accurate reports, calculations, and/or illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses
Conduct and apply research using demonstrated skills and relevant experience in planning, transportation, environmental, energy, or related discipline
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical and financial analysis, organizational development, and reporting
Provide guidance and training to junior-level staff
Lead and/or participate in client meetings and interact directly and independently with clients to understand and meet requirements for projects
Proactively apply knowledge regarding the range of services provided by the various Advisory Services business lines in support of marketing efforts, business development pursuits, leads, and proposals
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address environmental, design, and/or construction issues or opportunities
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data obtained during site/field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk mitigation activities
Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
Remain current in the latest management consulting and advisory services techniques and practices
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 Engineering, Data Sciences, Business, Economics, Finance, Urban or Transportation Planning, Environmental Studies, Liberal Arts, Public Policy, Operations Research, or closely related discipline
7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in discipline and in a management consulting or client advisory capacity
Proficient with infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects
Extensive knowledge of management consulting and ability to coordinate with clients, agency regulators and understand requirements
Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of financial principles, legislation, plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience
Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
Proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software, technology, math principles, predictive models, data science, spreadsheets, and tools
Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution
Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
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
Master's Degree is preferred
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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