Regional Project Delivery Manager- Power & Energy

This Opportunity

The Regional Project Delivery Manager (RPDM)- Power & Energy is a part of WSP USA’s Operations and Delivery Team in Dallas, TX.  The following locations will also be considered: New York, NY; Kansas City, MO; Denver, CO; Boise, ID; and Tampa, FL.  The Regional Project Delivery Manager is a part of WSP USA’s Operations and Delivery Team with the responsibility of supporting the successful delivery of projects and supporting Business Line Project Delivery Manager as well as other Business Line Leadership.

This position can also work remotely from any agreeable WSP USA offices.

Your Impact

General Operations Duties:

• Work under the direction of the Project Delivery Manager for the P&E business.
• Support and promote a consistent approach to project delivery, operational reporting, quality, and other key initiatives.
• Support the delivery of training and mentoring support for Project Managers, Project Directors and other staff.
• Act as a point of escalation for specific project issues.
• Support the pursuit phase of the project life-cycle with rate and pricing development.

People and Culture

• Support in coaching and supporting project managers and project controllers.
• Work closely and collaboratively with Project Managers, Project Financial Analysts, and other Operations and Delivery staff.

Operational Excellence

• Prioritize training, promote and support processes and aid in administering system-wide tool adaptation to enhance WSP’s ability to deliver high quality, sustainable projects for clients bringing the best tools and practices available to market.
• Assist in project/client negotiations as needed.
• Conduct/assist in conducting readiness/project reviews on key projects in the portfolio.

• Identify and escalate project risks and opportunities.

• Develop and monitor recovery plans as needed.

• Support the coordination and completion of projects on time, within budget and within scope.
• Support changes to the project scope, schedule and costs.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience as a Project Manager, Project Controller, Project Director, or related role to understand project delivery issues and requirements.
• BA/BS Degree in Engineering, Planning, Architecture, Business, or equivalent discipline.
• Strong understanding of project financials, team dynamics, client relationships, staffing and resource requirements, and performance expectations.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and helpful, open and candid communication skills.
• Leadership skills that portray commitment, reliability, and accountability to desire outcomes.
• Proven track record in managing complex, geographically dispersed teams with demonstrated success in operational efficiency and financial management.
• Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

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): $102,000 - $165,600

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $83,200 - $136,700

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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