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WSP USA Vice President, Project Management - Property & Buildings in Austin, Texas
Job Summary
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Project Management for our Austin, TX office.
Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and manage high quality technical and professional deliverables on complex projects and tasks
Analyze reports and determine solutions to technical problems using independent judgment
Prepare technical reports and specifications
Lead and/or participate in team and project meetings
Ensure quality of products and deliverables meet project and client requirements
Perform internal and external audits
Perform quality testing using assigned software programs
Provide onsite solutions during construction, testing, and facility turnover
Deliver high quality technical performance and innovative thinking using current technical knowledge and applications
Utilize computer software tools and applications to solve complex technical problems
Mentor junior staff
Attend meetings with clients and city and state agencies
Coordinate with a variety of disciplines on project
May approve and sign off on work
Develop work plans for addressing technical issues within project time and budget
Develop solid client relationships
Coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary project teams including sub-consultants for various sized projects (small to large)
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
Other duties as required by business needs
Required Qualifications include:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
12+ years of experience post education
Essential license, as applicable
Enhancing credentials and certifications
Ability to apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex material and provide resolution in alignment with requirements and business objectives
Experience with using required technical software and applications
Excellent communication and written skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Ability to work effectively in teams
Ability to interact well with others as well as develop and contribute to high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals
Knowledge of national, state and local policies and plans related to vehicle technology deployment
Preferred Qualifications include:
Member of and actively participates local professional practice organization including attending meetings/lectures
Participation in conference program with panels, poster sessions, papers and presentations
Post Graduate Education (Graduate Level Courses, Masters, Ph.D.)
Proficient in Revit
Direct reports
May be required to supervise staff below grade P-7.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands
May require occasional travel to client or project sites. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the 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.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
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.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.