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WSP has a new opportunity for a Regional Project Manager supporting our Properties & Buildings Mechanical and Electrical teams in our Western Canada region. Under the leadership of the National Director, Commercial and Risk, you will provide support and assistance to the project teams, particularly in the context of “strategic projects” led by the Mechanical and Electrical Sub‑sector. You will oversee the execution of all project activities, including project controls, commercial and risk management, finance and accounting, digital delivery, quality management, and health, safety and environment (HSE).

As a member of an integral team you will be given opportunities to apply your education and experience on complex multidisciplinary projects. You are dynamic and can manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain very high quality. You will gain knowledge through mentorship and skills development, fast‑track your professional development to become a strong project leader with the potential for obtaining various professional designations including the PMP.

• A Canadian success story – we’re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you – from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities – we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday – we’re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee‑focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

• Recommend the optimum approach for project delivery including design procurement, construction delivery methodology, forms of contract, phasing plans and project governance structure.
• Manage projects with total fees between $500,000 to $100,000,000+ throughout their lifecycle.
• Communicate ideas for improving company processes with a positive and constructive attitude.
• Keep the Project Director (PD) and others informed about project status and issues that may negatively impact client relationships.
• Work with client(s) to define the scope of work, schedule, risks and financial basis for each project.
• Develop the overall Project Management Plan which defines the project objectives, scope of work, stakeholders’ responsibilities, master schedule, budget, risks, communication protocols, and success factors.
• Evaluate submissions relative to the project needs and make recommendations for approval and submission to Clients.
• Provide feedback on quality, schedule and budget to the professionals throughout the design process.
• Document the decision process and communicate to the entire team at appropriate times to maintain consistency and commitment to your needs.
• Chair and lead multidisciplinary project team meetings internally and externally.
• Maximize fee revenue opportunities and minimize risk through the optimization of project responsibility and overhead control.
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external partners and industry relationships.
• Identify and develop new or existing business development relationships and opportunities to maximize business growth.
• Provide on the job training for project employees.
• Contribute to the pursuit phase of strategic projects by managing the proposals process with the assistance of proposal coordinators.
• Prepare project related documentation as required, such as cost, risk, action logs, schedules, etc.
• Be an ambassador for all healthy, safety, environment (HSE) and equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI) on your projects and teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Architecture or Construction Management may be considered an asset.
• Proven track record in delivering and managing the preconstruction and construction process for complete projects, with an appreciation for quality.
• PMP accreditation considered an asset.
• Software requirements: EMS Office, MS Project, Primavera, BIM.
• Up to date knowledge of best practices and project management tools.
• A Senior PM will be expected to come with 15+ years of related work experience including 5 years’ experience managing construction projects with a Tier 1 contractor and 2 years’ experience with a professional project management firm.
• Ability to present technical information in a compelling, concise and understandable manner to project stakeholders who lack technical expertise.
• Project management experience in engineering delivery on projects including: Institutional, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Care, Education facilities, and Commercial Buildings.
• Well versed in Alternative delivery, and various forms of contracting.
• Effective client management in each stage of the project lifecycle.
• Proven ability monitoring schedules and providing direction for managing improvements.
• Must have proven ability to manage cash flow and budget compliance on complex projects.

Expected Salary (BC): $113,500 to $156,000

WSP Canada is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it will pay for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to the specific geographic location.