Ports and Marine Civil/Structural Lead Engineer/Project Manager

WSP Global Inc.; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. seeks a Ports and Marine Senior Lead Engineer/Project Manager to oversee structural analyses and mooring studies for port and Navy projects across multiple U.S. locations, including Irvine, CA.

You will lead design teams, coordinate with clients, attend site visits, and guide projects from concept to completion in a collaborative, safety‑driven environment. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in port structures, a PE license, and excellent communication and mentoring skills;

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in analysis and design of port structures.
• Professional Engineer Licenses.
• Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven track record of safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform and supervise structural analyses and design for marine and upland components.
• Independently perform and supervise berthing and mooring analyses.
• Lead development of plans, specifications, schedules and cost estimates for port and Navy projects.
• Understand maritime codes and references including UFC, PIANC, ASCE-61.
• Prepare basis of design, design calculations, reports, and study documents.
• Attend client meetings and perform site visits.
• Mentor developing port and maritime engineers.
• Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.

Skills

Port and marine analysis

Project management

Leadership

QA/QC

Client meetings

Mentoring engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

OPTIMOOR

L-PILE

SLIDE

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is initiating a search for a Ports and Marine Senior Lead Engineer/Project Managerwiththe potential to work out of Raleigh-NC, Miami+Tampa-FL, Houston-TX, San Diego+Irvine, CA.

For over 40-years WSP has been a leader in waterfront structural design in the Puget Sound, for the U.S. Navy, and worldwide. The WSP Maritime group is a dynamic and energetic group with strong work ethics and a great culture of collaboration and camaraderie. You would be joining the largest and best waterfront/marine design group in the country. The projects are diverse in nature, interesting, and challenging. Be involved in projects with our Ports and Maritime Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Our Maritime group comprises of highly motivated analysts, planners, and civil/structural engineers working in several key locations across the US and internationally. Major clients are port authorities, U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, terminal operators, contractors and private entities. Our strength is derived from the diversity of our marine-related work and our staff.

Your Impact

• Independently perform and supervise structural analysis and design for marine and upland components
• Independently perform and supervise berthing and mooring analyses
• Lead development of plans, specifications, schedules and cost estimates for variety of port and Navy projects
• Understand maritime codes and references including UFC, PIANC, ASCE-61
• Independently prepare basis of design, design calculations, technical reports, alternatives analysis, and study reports
• Understand interdisciplinary requirements for port projects and be capable of performing QA/QC reviews
• Attend client meetings and perform site visits
• Mentor developing port and maritime engineers
• 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

• Minimum 10 years of experience in analysis and design of port structures
• Professional Engineer Licenses
• Bachelors in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Previous experience in analyses and design of medium to large scale ports/maritime/Navy structures and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates
• National professional practice organization involvement
• Hands-on analyses and design experience (SAP2000, OPTIMOOR, L-PILE, SLIDE)

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