National Movable Bridge Practice Manager

National Movable Bridge Practice Manager Job Description

WSP USA is seeking a Movable Bridge Practice Manager with extensive experience in the management, design, delivery, and business development of movable bridges to work out of a mutually agreed upon WSP USA office location. In this role, you will be responsible for pursuing, managing, and providing technical services and support for all types of movable bridge projects, as well as other specialized engineering services such as movable bridge asset management and load rating services.

This position offers the opportunity to support WSP's movable bridge projects both domestically and internationally. The role will report to the Director of National Bridges & Structures Practice.

• Manage the Movable Bridge Practice consisting of Professional Engineers and Technicians in three distinct disciplines:
  Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural Engineering, each led by respective Discipline Leaders.
• Drive nation‑wide marketing and business development activities to grow the Movable Bridge Practice.
• Serve as Project Manager or Discipline Lead for the delivery of Movable Bridge projects.
• Work closely with Discipline Leaders and collaborate to win pursuits, execute projects, and improve client relationships.
• Provide technical support and assist PMs and TEc regional leads across the nation on Movable Bridge projects, including both pursuits and project delivery.
• Collaborate with the Director of National Bridges & Structures Practice, as well as Regional and Local leadership, to shape the strategic direction for the Movable Bridge Practice.
• Focus on marketing and pursuit efforts for conventional and alternative project delivery methods such as Design/Build, CM/GC, and Public‑Private Partnerships.
• Attend industry conferences related to Movable Bridges, promoting WSP and engaging with DOTs and other clients.
• Actively participate in professional associations to elevate the organization’s profile and foster continued client engagement.
• Provide insights into current and emerging technical trends in Movable Bridges that impact WSP USA’s business.
• Perform additional relevant duties as required.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company resources, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 15+ years of relevant, post‑education professional experience in engineering related to movable infrastructure design required.
  • 20+ years of experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer license required (multi‑state preferred) or ability to obtain within four months of moving into the position.
• Demonstrated ability and leadership in marketing and business development activities and growing Movable Bridge group(s) in the USA.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant movable structures construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
• Demonstrated ability with establishing, implementing, and managing enterprise‑wide, discipline‑related programs, projects, and practices.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to manage a large span of control while effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interacting with employees at all levels within the Movable Bridge Practice and the organization.
• Strategic lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
• Demonstrate a high level of organizational agility to gain the support and cooperation of executive management, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required to deliver duties of the position.

• Master’s degree in engineering.
• Extensive experience in the marketing,…