Senior Energy Program Leader

WSP in the U.S.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 169,000 - 324,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Program Director to lead the Power & Energy Program Management Office in Tulsa, OK, with frequent travel across a multi-state utility service territory. The role focuses on delivering large-scale EHV transmission and distribution programs with embedded client support and regional coordination.

Responsibilities include directing project controls, budgets, risks, and performance, while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring safe, compliant delivery across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related major, or equivalent experience in a technical or engineering firm.
• 15+ years of relevant post-education experience in a project or program management role within power/energy/utility sectors.
• Experience delivering large-scale utility or capital infrastructure projects across multiple delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, large-scale projects with budget, forecast, margins, KPIs, and risk management.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels and provide clear, timely progress reporting.
• Participate in contract negotiations, presentations, and client governance processes.
• Act as senior client interface across governance, controls, safety, and quality.
• Coordinate with clients, delivery teams, and subcontractors to align priorities.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Negotiation

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related major

Master’s Degree

Tools

MS Project

Visio

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

WSP is seeking a Senior Program Director to lead the Power & Energy Program Management Office in Tulsa, OK, with frequent travel across a multi-state utility service territory. The role focuses on delivering large-scale EHV transmission and distribution programs with embedded client support and regional coordination.

Responsibilities include directing project controls, budgets, risks, and performance, while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring safe, compliant delivery across