Senior High-Voltage Transmission Project Leader

WSP USA; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Flexible workplace model

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversight of major power delivery construction programs. You will guide complex project execution, mentor senior professionals, and champion best practices in construction management across multiple projects for the client’s service territory.

Role requires deep expertise in construction delivery methods, contract administration, risk management, and regulatory compliance, with a track record of managing large

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or closely related discipline.
• 15+ years of relevant post-education experience in construction management or related areas.
• Recognized subject matter expertise in construction delivery methods, phasing strategies, and technical field operations.
• Proven success leading large, complex construction programs in both public and private sector environments.
• Experience advising on strategic project risks, logistics constraints, and contract compliance.
• Deep knowledge of construction laws, codes, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Proficiency in interpreting complex contract documents, scopes, specifications, and project controls data.
• Experience in resolving high-stakes technical disputes and supporting litigation or claim strategies.
• Ability to influence executive stakeholders and contribute to enterprise-wide construction decisions.
• Proficiency with advanced construction management tools and platforms such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and digital reporting dashboards.
• Expert-level understanding of cost control, schedule management, and integrated project delivery frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing construction execution plans, risk registers, and contingency strategies.
• Experience providing executive guidance on project performance, metrics, and continuous improvement.
• Strong mentorship skills and experience building technical talent pipelines in construction teams.
• Proven ability to manage performance of high-level professionals and external consultants.
• Capacity to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
• Track record of implementing innovative field techniques and improving construction efficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate technical issues for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local permitting processes and environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of public-private partnerships, CM/GC, EPC, and other alternative delivery models.
• Experience supporting business development, client engagement, and contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices, regulatory compliance, and organizational integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively across geographies, business lines, and client sectors to achieve integrated project delivery.
• OSHA 30-hour safety certification.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Strategic oversight and leadership of construction management scope for large power delivery programs.
• Mentor senior professionals and advance best practices across construction delivery.
• Lead internal workforce across multiple projects and locations within the client’s service territory.
• Review EPC contractor proposals, cost estimates, scope, schedules, and risk contingencies.
• Develop constructability plans for transmission line access, conductor pull plans, and sequencing.
• Ensure quality construction methods, safe work practices, and on-schedule delivery.
• Serve as mediator between client and contractor to achieve project goals.
• Provide executive guidance on project performance, metrics, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports for management and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of ethical decision-making and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Construction management

Contract administration

Risk management

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Cost control

Schedule management

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Primavera P6

Quality program oversight

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Primavera P6

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversight of major power delivery construction programs. You will guide complex project execution, mentor senior professionals, and champion best practices in construction management across multiple projects for the client’s service territory.

Role requires deep expertise in construction delivery methods, contract administration, risk management, and regulatory compliance, with a track record of managing large