Project Manager, Construction Management

Project Manager

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Project Manager for our Columbia, MD office. Be involved in projects with our Program Management and Construction Management Team in New Carrollton, MD and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Job Description:

• This position will serve as supervising Project Manager responsible for construction administration and supervision of project staff performing project management, construction management, and construction engineering and inspection services.
• Scheduling and managing subordinate staff for satisfactory project delivery and ensuring compliance with client policies and procedures related to Construction Management, and Construction Engineering and Inspection.
• Preparation of monthly estimates, final estimates, and written and oral communication with contractors, inspection personnel, utility companies and the general public to ensure compliance with contract plans, standards, and specifications.
• Person will be responsible for maintaining WSP's positive working relationships with the projects' client and its' stakeholders including government and private entities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar engineering field from an accredited university.
• 10 years of related experience in major infrastructure construction projects either on project/construction management of railroads, transit, stations, highway, bridges, buildings, and maintenance facilities.
• Professional Engineers license in the state of Maryland or the ability to obtain a license within one year of hire. (Certified Construction Manager is also considered in lieu of a PE license)
• Experience in managing work scope, budgets and schedules.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Proven ability in successful delivery of construction projects including final estimate, schedule, and as-builts.
• Read and understand all relevant construction contract documents to ensure all work performed is compliant.
• Ability to efficiently lead weekly progress meetings, assemble meeting minutes, compile comments, and distribute minutes.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations - and OSHA industry standards.
• Knowledge of contract administration to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the client specifications, standard drawings and policies
• Experience in performing engineering analysis on complex contract administration issues, and the timely approval / denial of these issues using dispute management techniques.
• Experience in supervising subordinate employees including engineers and inspection staff.
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering alternative delivery contracts to clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience serving in a Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or similar lead role.
• Experience on CMAR or alternate delivery method projects a plus.
• Amtrak and Class I railroad experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and risk management.
• Proven experience with construction contract administration, pay applications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration, scheduling, cost control, and change management.
• Proficiency with standard construction documentation and reporting tools (Microsoft Office, Primavera 6, Procore).
• Safety training (roadway, highway, RWP, OSHA 10-hour, etc.)

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $134,700 - $181,900