Federal Programs Design & Construction Manager

WSP Global Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Federal Programs Project Manager to lead design projects across multiple locations, including Arlington, VA. You will oversee design processes, coordinate with engineers and disciplines, and deliver projects in various delivery methods.

strong emphasis on client interaction, compliance, and mentorship. The role requires 10+ years in architecture/engineering, PE/RA, and US citizenship with ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent is required.
• PE or RA registration is required.
• US Citizenship is required due to client/project requirements.
• Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret level Security Clearance is required or preferred.
• NCARB registration is preferred.
• DBIA Certification is preferred.
• PMP Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects including interviews, conditions analysis, and client-facing presentations.
• Manage design process and provide high-value technical expertise for projects.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams for design program implementation and charrettes.
• Deliver projects in design-bid-build, Design-Build, or Alternative Delivery.
• Lead construction documents for federal projects.
• Perform on-site observations and facility condition assessments.
• Review documents for design intent and codes; conduct QA checks.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Support marketing in responses to RFQs (SF330).
• Adhere to Code of Conduct and policies; manage resources ethically.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Design coordination

Quality checks

Leadership

Team mentorship

Budget scheduling

Independent work

Education

BS in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent

PE or RA registration

US Citizenship

Secret clearance (preferred)

NCARB registration

DBIA Certification

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search forFederal Programs Project Managerswith the potential to work out of our offices inSan Antonio, TX; Tacoma, WA; San Diego, CA; Arlington, VA; Pittsburgh, PA; Virginia Beach, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Honolulu, HI or Denver, CO.

You will be involved in projects with our Federal Programs Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Work as part of a team leading design projects, stakeholder interviews, existing conditions analysis, as well as presentations for Clients and other meetings as required.
• Responsible for managing design process and provision of high value technical expertise for relevant projects as assigned by the Project leadership.
• Coordinate with other team members and technical disciplines (Clients, Site Managers, Mechanical/ Architects/ Electrical/ Structural/ Civil Engineers and Planning staff) for all facets related to design program implementation and construction. Prepare and conduct design charrettes and review workshops.
• Successfully delivery of design projects in design-bid-build, Design-Build, or Alternative Delivery frameworks.
• Lead the development of construction documents for a wide range of Federal projects.
• Conduct on-site observations and compliance checks, as well as facility condition assessments.
• Review documents in various phases for design intent, material use and coordination. Ability to perform quality checks and back-checks for design work and client comments for multiple disciplines is a must.
• Supervise and mentor junior members of the team.
• Support WSP’s marketing team when preparing responses to Federal client issued Requests for Qualifications (SF330).
• 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

• BS in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in architecture or engineering, including experience with AEP project delivery for USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC and/or DoW client agencies.
• PE or RA registration.
• 3 years+ of experience in Alternative Delivery projects.
• Due to client/project requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret level Security Clearance.
• Understanding of federal and/or DoW design-build contractual frameworks, including design responsibility, risk allocation, performance specifications, compliance requirements, technical reviews, approvals, security considerations, stakeholder coordination, and CPARS.
• In-depth understanding of national and local codes and ability to analyze and implement building and zoning codes, as well as specific agency requirements and design standards (UFCs, UFGS).
• Advanced proficiency in relevant current software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Demonstrated abilities in negotiation, representation and liaison with all Stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform efficiently and independently within the design budget and schedule, to produce high quality deliverables responding to client's program.
• Availability for CONUS/OCONUS travel, which could include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active US Government issued Secret clearance.
• NCARB registration.
• DBIA Certification.
• PMP Certification.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $125,900 - $193,800

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 in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $134,700 - $181,900

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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