Federal Programs Project Manager

WSP in the U.S.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement savings

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Federal Programs Project Manager to drive complex projects within its Federal Programs Team. The ideal candidate should possess a BS in Civil Engineering or Architecture, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and strong project management skills. Responsibilities include leading design projects, managing compliance checks, and collaborating with various engineering teams. The expected salary ranges from $121,000 to $175,000, depending on qualifications and location. Join us in making impactful contributions across the nation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in architecture or engineering.
• PE or RA registration is required.
• Due to project requirements, US Citizenship is mandatory.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government issued Secret level Security Clearance.
• Advanced proficiency in project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects and stakeholder interviews.
• Manage design processes and provide technical expertise.
• Coordinate with various engineering disciplines.
• Develop construction documents for Federal projects.
• Conduct on-site compliance checks and assessments.
• Mentor junior team members and assist in marketing efforts.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Technical expertise

Negotiation skills

Ability to analyze codes

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

This Opportunity. WSP is currently initiating a search for Federal Programs Project Managers with the potential to work out of our offices in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; San Diego, CA; Arlington, VA; Washington, DC; 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.

Job Description. WSP is currently initiating a search for Federal Programs Project Managers with the potential to work out of our offices in San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; San Diego, CA; Arlington, VA; Washington, DC; 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.
• 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 or Architecture.
• 10+ years of experience in architecture or engineering, including experience with AEP project delivery for USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC and/or DoD client agencies.
• PE or RA registration.
• Due to client/project requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain a US Government issued Secret level Security Clearance.
• 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.
• 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): $121,000 - $175,000

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): $129,600 - $170,000

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.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world\'s leading engineering and professional services firms. 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.

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. 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.