Sr. Transportation Engineer​/Project Manager

Sr. Transportation Engineer/Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT

WSP is seeking a Sr. Transportation Project Manager to join our Salt Lake City Transportation Team. Be involved in projects with our Civil Engineering Team and contribute to a growing organization that meets client objectives and solves challenges.

• Lead transportation projects and project teams for agencies in the SW Mountain District (Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico) as an active member of the transportation team.
• Lead key projects as Project Manager, Sr Lead or other roles as appropriate.
• Be an active participant in contract negotiations.
• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure quality project deliverables, including PS&E documents, engineering reports, project memorandums, etc., and manage project financial performance, risk, and QA/QC.
• Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
• Engage with clients to develop new business leads and project pursuits.

• Support clients and the industry through innovative thought and advancement of transformative transportation projects.
• Collaborate with local offices and national transportation delivery experts to provide clients with innovative solutions.
• Support transportation business development efforts, strategy development, client engagement, and pursuits in Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico.
• Represent the firm in client and industry events and associations.
• Assist in procuring contracts with preferred contractors for transportation projects.
• Develop strategic alliances and project partners to secure new work.

• Lead the delivery of transportation projects and project teams for agencies in the SW Mountain District as an active member of the transportation team.
• Lead staff and manage project management responsibilities, including oversight of project budgets, schedules, QA/QC, and risk management.
• Ensure quality deliverables and compliance with standards and regulations.

• Manage data collection, analysis from surveys, GIS data, and other sources for project development, design, and construction.
• Apply civil engineering techniques to identify improvements across project phases including concept through operation.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates; develop safety and phasing plans; and coordinate with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Oversee design and construction of infrastructure projects, including rehabilitation and reconstruction, drainage, pavement design, and construction safety plans.
• Develop and implement advanced technologies, modeling techniques, and operating strategies to enhance safety and functionality.
• Lead larger-scale civil engineering projects, manage budgets, track hours and expenses, and supervise subcontractors and internal team members.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and sound engineering practice.
• Meet with public or private entities to discuss engineering/construction challenges and programs.
• Develop technical reports and presentations to explain research, findings, and recommendations.
• Provide high-level civil engineering services and develop new business opportunities.
• Mentor staff and stay current with the latest engineering techniques and practices.
• Collaborate with professionals across disciplines on funded improvement projects and proposals.
• Support WSP’s marketing team during proposals and responses to client RFQs.
• Represent WSP in industry engagement events and professional societies.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or equivalent.
• 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in transportation engineering and civil design.
• Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
• Proficiency in civil engineering principles, design/build processes, permitting, and project work.
• Strong knowledge of transportation infrastructure design and relevant construction laws, codes, and regulations.
• Experience with planning, design, and program/construction management across rehabilitation, reconstruction, and new projects.
• Excellent…