Senior Construction Project Manager

WSP in the U.S.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager in Dallas, TX, to lead the delivery of complex industrial construction projects. This role demands strategic leadership, technical expertise, and exceptional client management skills to oversee large projects from planning through commissioning.

The successful candidate will have over 15 years of experience in construction project management and a strong background in safety standards and regulatory compliance. This position provides a unique opportunity to drive project success while mentoring high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in construction project management, with emphasis on large, complex projects.
• Demonstrated success delivering large industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction delivery methods, contract structures, and project controls.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in construction management platforms (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, e-Builder).
• Strong understanding of construction codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• OSHA 10-hour certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of construction projects and industrial environments.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Guide construction execution strategies, logistics planning, and constructability reviews.
• Oversee contract administration, including negotiation of contracts and change orders.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs related to safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability.

Skills

Client management

Strategic leadership

Technical expertise

Project delivery

Compliance standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

e-Builder

Job description

Senior Construction Project Manager – Dallas, TX

WSP is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of large complex industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for overseeing large-scale construction projects supporting client delivery, driving execution from planning through commissioning.

The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and client-facing experience, with a proven ability to deliver high-value projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Champion site safety performance and compliance through executive engagement and strategic oversight.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of construction projects and industrial environments.
• Provide strategic oversight across all phases: planning, design coordination, construction, and closeout.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive schedule, cost, quality, and safety performance across multiple concurrent projects.

Technical Construction Oversight

• Guide construction execution strategies, logistics planning, and constructability reviews.
• Review design deliverables to ensure alignment with project requirements, cost efficiency, and compliance standards.
• Lead QA/QC programs, including inspection readiness and corrective action management.
• Advise clients and internal leadership on project risks, delivery models, and technical solutions.

Contract & Budget Management

• Oversee contract administration, including negotiation of contracts and change orders.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Evaluate and approve scope, cost, and schedule changes to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all regulatory and company standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to construction delivery, logistics, and project execution.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs related to safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability.

Client and Business Leadership

• Serve as primary client interface, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Support business development efforts, including proposals, pursuits, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align project execution with broader business strategy.
• Mentor and develop project teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field OR equivalent.
• 15+ years of experience in construction project management, with emphasis on large, complex projects.
• Demonstrated success delivering large industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction delivery methods, contract structures, and project controls.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in construction management platforms (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, e-Builder).
• Strong understanding of construction codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• OSHA 10-hour certification (or ability to obtain).

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.