Project Director

Job Description

The Project Director is accountable for the review and supports delivery of a portfolio of projects. They provide oversight, support and guidance to the Project Teams within their portfolio, including acting as an escalation point. They are project-focused and are responsible for developing strong, long-lasting project delivery practices, and identifying and delivering quality work product to support winning repeat work.

• Ensures the Project Team has the required levels of skill, knowledge and experience to deliver the projects.
• Ensures that the work, budgeted costs and pricing associated with the project are defined, planned and understood.
• Ensures appropriate controls are in place to monitor delivery against the plan.
• Coach and guides Project Managers.
• Acts as a link between the Project Team and Senior Leadership, providing both strategic guidance to the Delivery Team and regular updates to the Leadership Team.
• Acts as an escalation point for the Project Team and occasionally for the client.
• Conducts regular and robust project performance reviews and project oversight of multiple projects and tracks project overall performance.
• Oversees formal closure of the project.
• Mentor junior staff to support their growth and professional development.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 7-10 years of progressive project delivery experience, including management or support of large projects or programs.
• Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience overseeing or supporting Project Managers, project teams, or multiple concurrent projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality outcomes.
• Experience managing project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, margin management, and change control.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects or a portfolio simultaneously.
• Experience implementing and maintaining project governance, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Experience identifying, mitigating, and escalating project risks and issues in a timely manner.
• Track record of coaching, mentoring, and developing Project Managers and delivery team members.
• Experience working within a matrixed or cross-functional organizational structure.
• Ability to interpret contractual requirements and manage delivery obligations accordingly.
• Demonstrated capability to lead project recovery efforts and drive corrective actions when needed.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally.
• Competent with technical writing, office automation, relevant software, MS Office suite products (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint), technology, spreadsheets, and PM tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement…