Construction Manager

Overview WSP is initiating a search for a Construction Manager for the Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector for our Vancouver, WA office. This position offers remote work from mutually acceptable locations: Seattle, WA; Lake Oswego, WA; Clarkston, WA; Spokane, WA; Portland, OR; and Boise, ID. You will be involved in projects with our EPC Project Management team and contribute to a growing organization that meets our clients\' objectives and challenges. Your Opportunity Provides high level technical project leadership, and guidance with managing the administrative, commercial, and technical components of assigned project(s) or a portfolio of projects in accordance with WSP’s core values and the level of project services agreed upon in the contract by WSP and the client(s). Tasks include responsibility for the overall performance of assigned projects that are moderate to large in size/complexity and regional in scope, including oversight for financial, technical, client satisfaction, quality, safety, and schedule. Ensures that responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle (proposal phase, project startup and planning, project execution, reporting, and project closeout) are adhered to, delivered, and audited with a quality level that meets or exceeds corporate standards for safety, execution, profitability, and operational purpose. Your Impact Constructability resource who will work closely with a dedicated civil engineer on the early development and progressive design of high voltage transmission lines and systems. Provide oversight and input to cross-functional teams to execute project work from preliminary design to 30% design on single or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, cost and quantities of materials/equipment/labor, deliverables, compliance documentation, and managing contractual obligations to deliver the project as defined in the contract. Contribute to development of project proposals, cost estimates using work breakdown structure (WBS) tasks, scope, schedules, resource plans, risk contingencies and adherence to the QA/QC plan, as applicable. Assist in supporting the design team with the development and constructability reviews of project requirements: Construction Specifications and Bid Units, Construction Drawings, Construction Estimates, Construction Bill of Material, Construction Feasibility Studies and Reviews, Project Documentation Review with Project Teams, Permitting Support with government agencies, Environmental Support, Construction Scope of Work and Schedule, and collaboration with GIS to create map books. Develop constructability plans for: transmission line access road routing network and areas of effect (access road types, guard structures, work areas, landings, lay down yards, fly yards, pulling and tensioning sites) documented in Google Earth; conductor pull plans including pulling location easements and construction step plans. Perform and/or participate in field trips for constructability/field verification and planning. Travel to project locations to perform site investigations and gather information needed for pre-construction planning and preliminary design. Ability to travel for field trips and constructability reviews for up to one week at a time. Participate in problem project reviews, providing input on root cause issues and potential solutions to leadership and other stakeholders. Assist with meetings with clients or other disciplines during design review cycles. 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 Bachelor’s degree in construction management or closely related discipline, or demonstrated proven equivalent experience. 10+ years of relevant post-education experience as a certified high voltage lineman or substation wireman, and/or Professional Project Management (PMP) certification or equivalent. Lineman or qualified construction manager with experience in high voltage transmission line systems from foundations to wire stringing, and access road routing and laydown location planning. Thorough understanding of transmission line construction procedures, specifications, drawings, bills of materials, bid units and estimates. Strong understanding of the project delivery process within the high voltage industry and experience in project execution. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply project management principles with clear understanding of intent, impact, and outcomes. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to express ideas effectively and professionally. Self-led with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment. Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and provide guidance to junior team or project members, with adherence to QA/QC. Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient with MS Office suite and PM tools. Understanding/experience of transmission/distribution line construction from layout, permitting, construction to energization. Ability to work across multi disciplines (lands, Enviro, GIS, and civil/line engineering). Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies. Ability to pass a background check for Federal badging. Preferred Qualifications Master\'s Degree. Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or equivalent credential. OSHA 30-hour certification or equivalent health and safety training. Experience with public-private partnership (P3) or alternative project delivery methods. Experience managing construction programs in sectors such as transportation, energy, water, or buildings. Active membership in CMAA, ASCE, DBIA, or related professional organizations. Benefits and Compensation WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation or personal time, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings. Compensation Expected Salary (all locations): $115,100 - $205,040 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 and internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant\'s sex or other protected status by law. About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices, we partner with clients to help communities prosper. Visit for more information. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while offering a comprehensive benefits package. Equal Opportunity Employer statement: WSP USA 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. Notice To Third Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP and WSP may hire that candidate without compensation to the recruiter or agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr