Vice President, Construction Managment

Vice President, Construction Management Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Vice President, Construction Management to add to our growing team. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. The Vice President, Construction Management provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the Construction Management group, guiding senior‑level leaders and multidisciplinary teams in the successful delivery of high‑impact, complex infrastructure programs. This role shapes divisional strategy and drives financial and operational performance while serving as a senior advisor to public agencies and utility clients on high‑risk, high‑value construction initiatives. The Vice President oversees the development and execution of Construction Management Plans, constructability reviews, QA/QC programs, and risk mitigation strategies across multiple delivery methods, including CMatRisk, design‑build, and design‑bid‑build. Accountable for financial results, staffing and resource planning, and multi‑year program and project execution. Typical projects include tunnels, water/wastewater facilities, pipelines, pump stations, and other critical infrastructure. The role includes planning 46 months ahead for operational execution while proactively building a 718 month pipeline of talent, market opportunities, and strategic initiatives to ensure sustained growth and organizational success. We invite you to forge ahead with us. What You Will Do: Provide executive leadership and oversight for large‑scale, complex construction management and program management services across water, wastewater, environmental, and utility infrastructure. Serve as a Senior Construction Advisor for public agencies and utility clients on high‑risk, high‑value capital improvement programs. Establish and implement Construction Management Plans (CMPs) that define governance, roles, workflows, reporting structures, and escalation procedures for multi‑year programs. Guide program execution from preconstruction through construction, testing, commissioning, closeout, and transition to operations. Oversee constructability reviews and preconstruction services to identify and mitigate risks related to cost, schedule, safety, environmental constraints, and regulatory compliance. Direct quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) programs, including integrated inspection and testing plans, third‑party testing coordination, and conformance verification. Lead development and enforcement of safety, environmental compliance, and site controls across all construction activities. Provide executive oversight for complex underground construction, including deep tunneling, large‑diameter pipelines, treatment facilities, pump stations, and major civil works. Act as final authority on resolution of complex RFIs, claims, change orders, and dispute negotiations to minimize owner risk and cost exposure. Lead multiple leadership levels including large, diverse teams of senior‑level, mid‑level, first‑level leaders, and/or individual contributors. Set vision and direction for assigned service area(s); develop short‑and long‑term strategy and goals (12+ months out). Drive strategic, company‑wide initiatives; develop policies and budgets. Make high‑level financial decisions, oversee financial performance of assigned service area, and be responsible for achieving significant revenue targets. Coach, develop, and mentor leaders and staff. Manage staff performance, set individual performance goals, conduct performance reviews, and oversee performance improvement plans. Be responsible for talent planning, succession and compensation administration of leaders and staff in assigned group. Serve as Project Principal, overseeing multiple Project Managers, large‑scale Master Service Agreements (MSA), and the delivery of complex programs. Lead the delivery of strategic, high‑impact, multidisciplinary projects and programs, applying technical expertise as needed. Advocate for the use of AI and digital tools across the division, region or state based on potential for use within portfolio. Use AI and digital tools to elevate the quality and speed of projects, double‑checking its outputs, and ensuring information presented meets technical and ethical standards. Expected to achieve a personal and team target utilization rate. Align project execution with enterprise strategies and profitability goals. Champion project portfolio management and outcome measurement. Own client portfolios and be accountable for client growth, retention, and overall performance. Drive business development strategy, including expansion of existing clients and acquisition of new clients. Build and maintain senior‑level client relationships and external networks that generate opportunities. Lead major pursuits and position the firm to win high‑impact work. Represent the organization in industry groups, boards, and community organizations to enhance market presence. Use AI and digital tools to elevate the quality and speed of our client insights, ensuring clients feel confident that technology enhances expertise but does not replace it. Use Salesforce analytics for forecasting pipelines, backlog and account planning 7‑18 month outlook. What You Will Bring: College degree in related field, or equivalent experience. Professional engineer registration is preferred. Typically 10‑15+ years of experience related to profession, with at least 5 years leading others. Experience with large‑ and small‑scale water/wastewater facilities, tunnels, and utilities. Experience with alternative delivery such as CMAR and design‑build. Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc). May be required to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, up to five days per week, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager. Travel or field visits may be required to support project needs or stakeholder collaboration. Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation. Benefits: Full‑time WSB employees qualify for a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part‑time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan and applicable earned paid leave. As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e‑mail us at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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