Deputy Project Manager

Deputy Project Manager – WSP U.S.

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WSP is currently searching for a full‑time Deputy Project Manager with the potential to work from any U.S. WSP office, including Tempe/Phoenix, AZ;
San Diego, CA;
Chicago, IL;
Las Vegas, NV;
Dallas, TX;
Austin, TX;
Houston, TX;
Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will have experience providing construction and technical direction on building/facilities construction projects and will oversee small to medium, multi‑discipline projects from assignment to commissioning, close‑out, and turnover to the client.

• Support the Project Manager in tendering works, bid reviews, and bid analysis.
• Manage construction projects upon contract award.
• Coordinate contractors.
• Monitor budgets and schedules to meet cost and delivery commitments.
• Document construction progress and produce weekly status reports.
• Maintain a weekly construction log.
• Record and document significant verbal, telephone, and media messages.
• Control quality, resolve poor‑quality fabrication, installation or materials by contractors, trade disciplines, and suppliers.
• Control change orders, including detailed knowledge of change and contractual requirements.
• Ensure job safety, monitoring, and compliance with WSP and USPS’s SH&E requirements.
• Participate in project start‑up meetings and document safety program attendance.
• Respond to RFIs, material and equipment submittals, and shop drawings.
• Interface with clients as required for the program.
• Turn over documentation including as‑built drawings, training manuals, OEM installation/operation & maintenance manuals.
• Test and commission equipment and systems.
• Assign field activities locally or regionally with potential overnight travel up to 100%.
• Implement standards in compliance with USPS/WSP program requirements, working under guidance from senior construction managers.
• Possess knowledge of construction processes.
• Demonstrate integration/coordination of project elements, scope, time, cost, quality assurance, change management and communication management.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and per quality and contract requirements.
• Maintain precise record keeping in accordance with contract and regulatory requirements.
• Comply with all USPS/WSP environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Work on various building types including offices, light industrial facilities, maintenance facilities.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or relevant experience.
• Experience working with outside third‑party vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with demonstrated success in construction management or related disciplines.
• Prior relevant project management experience, strongly preferred.
• Self‑motivated, entrepreneurial spirit.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, MS Project; familiarity with Blue‑Beam, AutoCAD, Procore a plus.
• Experience managing direct and indirect resources; at least 5+ years in construction management or supervisory role on light industrial or commercial projects.
• Strong communication skills, including negotiation and construction management skills.
• Resourceful, organized, dependable, efficient, detail oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience working with technical disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, floor plans, shop drawings, specifications and schedules related to architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC equipment and building structures.

• Ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on feet for extended periods and handle standard field‑testing equipment.
• Ability to work in varying environments (office and field settings).
• Travel up to 100%, with potential overnight stays, and flexible hours.
• Must pass drug test, background check, and company Motor Vehicle Record check.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including coverage for medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid…