East Coast Maritime Growth Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Maritime East Leader to join our Ports and Maritime division, reporting to the National Maritime Leader. The role aims to expand our business along the US East Coast (Maine to South Florida) with strategic staffing to build a capable team for major ports and marine projects.

Responsibilities include business development, pursuing project opportunities, client relationship management, and managing projects, tasks and staff for greenfield and brownfield cargo terminals,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• 15+ years of post-education experience in engineering, with US East Coast port/terminal project exposure.
• Professional Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
• Strong leadership, client relationship, and proposal development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead pursuit, planning, and delivery of marine projects along the US East Coast.
• Develop and manage client relationships and opportunities across ports and maritime clients.
• Oversee project, staff, and budget execution for greenfield and brownfield cargo terminals.
• Provide strategic leadership for technical and commercial proposals and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Proposal development

Client relationship development

Project management

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Maritime East Leader to join our Ports and Maritime division, reporting to the National Maritime Leader. The role aims to expand our business along the US East Coast (Maine to South Florida) with strategic staffing to build a capable team for major ports and marine projects.

Responsibilities include business development, pursuing project opportunities, client relationship management, and managing projects, tasks and staff for greenfield and brownfield cargo terminals,