Executive VP, Rail Program & Project Delivery

WSP in the U.S.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 340,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Vice President, Project & Program Management to lead mega rail transportation programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will act as Owner’s Representative or Delivery Partner, directing program controls, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver on-time, on-budget outcomes.

The role requires 15+ years in public rail project delivery, CA PE license, and strong communication with federal/state agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and CA PE license (or ability to obtain) required.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in program management and design-build delivery.
• Proven experience delivering public rail transportation infrastructure programs over $1B in cost.
• Advanced SME knowledge of transit/rail engineering principles and permitting.
• Strong communication skills; ability to present to stakeholders and FTA.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Senior VP in charge of program and project management for mega rail programs in SF Bay Area.
• Act as Owner’s Representative or Delivery Partner and lead PMO as needed.
• Develop and maintain Program Management Plan including Controls, Design, Risk, QA/QC, and Environment.
• Create contract packaging plans for projects within the program.
• Oversee independent reviews of program progress and performance metrics.
• Lead staff development, mentoring, and leadership across the delivery team.
• Develop client relationships with public and private sector stakeholders and JV partners.
• Ensure delivery on time and on budget; manage project expenses and profitability.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide future-ready solutions for clients.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Public transit knowledge

Vendor management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

MS Degree in Engineering

PE License in CA

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Vice President, Project & Program Management to lead mega rail transportation programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will act as Owner’s Representative or Delivery Partner, directing program controls, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver on-time, on-budget outcomes.

The role requires 15+ years in public rail project delivery, CA PE license, and strong communication with federal/state agencies.