Power & Energy Program Management Executive

WSP Global Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 345,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA seeks a Senior Vice President, Project & Program Management to lead a portfolio of mega power projects in the New York City area. You will serve as Owner’s Representative and PMO liaison, overseeing delivery from design through closeout.

The role requires 15+ years in program management, strong commercial and leadership skills, and a proven track record delivering large infrastructure on time and on budget, with clear communication and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Management.
• 15+ years of relevant Program Management experience, including 5+ years managing major power programs.
• Experience delivering public infrastructure programs through all phases with costs > $1B as Program Manager.
• Proficiency with power engineering principles and permitting issues.
• Familiarity with New York power utility clients’ policies and construction safety.
• Track record of driving programs to completion on or ahead of schedule.
• Strong commercial management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as program manager on a mega power project delivered via various delivery methods.
• Act as Owner’s Representative, Delivery Partner, and/or PMO.
• Lead delivery of multiple connected power projects through design, construction, and closeout.
• Manage the client’s commercial interests while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Develop contract packaging plans for programs within the portfolio.
• Conduct independent review of project progress.
• Perform schedule review and analysis.
• Provide solutions to project issues.
• Review and improve key operational performance metrics.
• Support staff to execute project assignments on time and on budget.
• Develop PM Plans including controls, document, design, construction, risk, safety, quality, and environmental management.
• Maintain relationships with public/private clients, agencies, partners, subs, vendors.
• Lead staff development through mentoring and training.
• Accountable for overall management and profitability of major projects in power/energy.
• Foster a learning culture and innovative subject matter expertise.
• Implement a communication strategy to improve discipline-related processes and mitigate risks.
• Serve as PM subject matter expert to Federal, State, Local Agencies and clients.
• Manage delivery team performance and provide strong leadership.
• Develop high-level business contacts for new opportunities and cross-sell capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership across disciplines for future-ready solutions.
• Exercise ethical decision-making regarding funds and resources; adhere to Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Commercial management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

WSP USA seeks a Senior Vice President, Project & Program Management to lead a portfolio of mega power projects in the New York City area. You will serve as Owner’s Representative and PMO liaison, overseeing delivery from design through closeout.

The role requires 15+ years in program management, strong commercial and leadership skills, and a proven track record delivering large infrastructure on time and on budget, with clear communication and safety compliance.