Assistant Vice President, Ports and Marine Engineering

Job Description WSP USA is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Ports and Marine Engineering to join our National Maritime Practice Group. The position can be based out of the following offices: Irvine, San Francisco, San Diego–CA, Miami–FL, Portland–OR, Houston–TX, Tampa–FL. Provides subject‑matter technical support and leadership for the development, design, construction, and inspection of structures and facilities for port, marine, and intermodal rail terminal projects in the public and private sector. These facilities may include piers, wharves, port and upland marine terminals, seawalls/bulkheads, dry docks, marinas and other nearshore/offshore facilities. Provides situational guidance and leadership, ensuring delivery of work products at a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. Your Impact Responsible‑in‑charge for supervising the work of technical staff, engineers and task leads. Track staff workloads and participate in workload forecasts. Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development, as they transition to project leads and senior technical positions. Prepare, and or perform oversight of, calculations, cost estimates, drawings, technical specifications and reports/studies. Track progress of milestone activities, as well managing completion of Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) submissions. Assist with engineering review of permit applications to ensure compliance with applicable state and/or federal regulations and sound engineering practice and standards. Perform quality assurance/quality control checks for marine facility projects, including various types of cargo terminals (e.g., container, bulk, break‑bulk), federal facilities (homeporting piers and shipyards), and clients (port authorities, DoD, private terminals, public agencies, etc.). Prepare alternatives analysis reports and presentations for repair projects and capital improvement programs. Manage cross‑functional teams to execute project work on a large‑scale project and/or multiple concurrent mid‑level projects. This includes working collaboratively with other engineers and larger multidisciplinary teams on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects. Perform multiple discipline management and coordination of internal and external teams comprised of civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical, mechanical, coastal, fire protection, and architecture. Act as the engineer of record while providing high‑level technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues relating to marine, port, and coastal systems. Maintain project schedules, budgets, and profitability. Monitor external events, track hours and expenses, supervise subcontractors, contract work, and employees while ensuring satisfactory performance. Lead review meetings, client presentations, and design charrettes. Lead preparation of technical proposals and presentations. Participate in client interviews and scope negotiations. Develop a client base for providing high‑level marine, port, and coastal engineering services including identifying additional business development opportunities. Remain current in latest marine, port, and coastal engineering techniques and practices. Maintain a track record of upholding workplace safety and the ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Show ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasionally meet travel demands, depending on client and project‑specific requirements. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program. 10+ years of post‑education engineering experience with demonstrated marine and coastal design experience (including rehabilitation and new design). Professional Engineering license required (multi‑state preferred) or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment. Proficiency in completing technical computations/calculations, applying engineering principles to ports and marine structures. Highly proficient in technical writing, engineering software and tools, and engineering fundamentals including statics and logical problem‑solving. Proficient with AutoCAD, REVIT, SAP2000 and similar tools; ability to supervise staff in the use of these state‑of‑the‑art computer programs. Experience with design/build processes. Ability to plan, conduct, and lead site inspections/investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities per applicable regulations and policies. Knowledge of maritime related codes (ASCE, COPRI, etc.) and Department of Defense (UFC, UFGC) criteria. Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with engineering and non‑engineering audiences. Proficiency in building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management. Strong self‑leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively, and tactfully, with clients, regulators, architects, engineers, project managers, and employees at all levels. Independent work and leadership of mid‑level to senior team or project members within QA/QC processes. Experience providing critical review of submittals and preparation of technical deliverables and plans for complex projects. Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills for applying technical knowledge to planning and engineering processes. Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to 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. Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card which requires a TSA background check. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program. Structural Engineering license. Key member and active participant of a national professional practice organization. Ability to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check for access onto U.S. Navy facilities. WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation or other personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings. Compensation Expected Salary (all locations): $100,000 – $180,000. About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. We are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr