Maritime Project Manager

WSP Global Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible workplace model

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Ports & Marine Project Manager in Tampa, FL to lead maritime projects and teams, manage schedules, budgets, and client expectations. You will present technical concepts during proposals and design phases, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of maritime codes, and experience with port/coastal projects. Travel may be required; a multi-state license is preferred. WSP USA offers a flexible yet focused work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• 7+ years of post-education experience in engineering with marine/port/coastal design.
• Engineering license required (multi-state preferred).
• Knowledge of maritime-related codes (ASCE, COPRI) and DoD criteria.
• Proficiency in supervising staff using advanced computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff engineers and task leads; perform calculations, prepare drawings and specifications.
• Prepare technical studies and reports; guide staff engineers.
• Oversee calculations, cost estimates, drawings, specs and reports.
• Lead projects for marine facility terminals; coordinate with internal and external teams.
• Coordinate discipline management across civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical, mechanical, coastal, fire protection, and architecture.

Skills

Project leadership

Maritime/coastal design

ASCE / COPRI codes knowledge

Budget management

Client relations

Travel flexibility

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Ports & Marine Project Manager

Locations: Raleigh, NC; Houston, TX; San Diego, CA; Irvine, CA; Tampa, FL.

As a Project Manager, you will lead maritime projects or groups of smaller capital projects, managing task leaders, schedules, budgets, and client expectations. You will formulate and present technical concepts during proposal development, design phases, and client presentations, and mentor and guide junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Take responsible charge for supervising the work of staff engineers, supervising task leads, and self–perform calculations and prepare drawings and technical specifications.
• Prepare technical studies and reports and guide/review the work of staff engineers.
• Perform oversight of calculations, cost estimates, drawings, technical specifications and reports.
• Perform quality assurance checks. Manage/lead projects, tasks and staff for marine facility projects across various types of cargo terminals, federal facilities, and clients.
• Perform multiple discipline management and coordination of internal and external teams comprised of civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical, mechanical, coastal, fire protection, and architecture.
• Prepare alternatives analysis reports and presentations for repair projects and capital improvement programs.
• Lead review meetings, client presentations, and design charrettes.
• Perform business development and general marketing activities. Maintain positive client relationships, and participate in preparation of technical proposals, presentations, negotiations, and staff estimates.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 7+ years of post‑education experience in engineering discipline with marine, port, and coastal design experience.
• Engineer license required (multi‑state preferred).
• Knowledge of maritime‑related codes (ASCE, COPRI, etc.) and Department of Defense criteria.
• Proficiency in supervising staff in advanced computer programs.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and complying with WSP’s health, safety and anti‑harassment policies.
• Flexibility to varied schedules and ability to prioritize under pressure.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card (TSA background check).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Experience managing Port Authority, NAVY, or Coast Guard projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
• Flexible and agile workplace model.
• Opportunity to grow career and knowledge base.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.