Senior Project Manager / Environmental Engineer

WSP in the U.S.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Environmental Engineer located in Madison, Wisconsin. This senior-level position offers a unique opportunity to lead complex environmental and water resource projects while managing client relationships and driving business development.

The successful candidate will require significant technical expertise and experience, including project management within environmental engineering. Strong leadership skills are essential for mentoring a multidisciplinary team and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in environmental engineering or science with project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Advanced experience with site investigations and remediation.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of environmental projects.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.
• Build and sustain relationships with clients.

Skills

Technical writing

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree in engineering (preferred)

Job description

Senior Project Manager / Environmental Engineer

Location: Madison, Wisconsin. This senior-level seller‑doer position combines technical leadership, complex project delivery, client relationship management, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Leadership
  • Lead planning, design, and execution of diverse environmental and water resource projects.
  • Drive strategic planning, resourcing, partnering, and contracting for high‑value client engagements.
  • Coordinate with WSP Practice Area Networks and Industrial/Commercial Sector leaders to deliver responsive, high‑quality client service.
• Financial & Resource Management
  • Manage full project lifecycles, including budgets, schedules, contracts, forecasting, and financial performance.
  • Oversee environmental projects such as site characterization, remedial design, and preparation of technical reports and documentation.
  • Prepare proposals and contribute to large‑scale pursuits by developing scopes of work, task‑level budgets, and cost estimates.
  • Maintain strong client relationships while managing multiple concurrent projects.
  • Provide regular workload and resource forecasting reports to regional leadership.
• Client & Business Development
  • Build and sustain long‑term relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
  • Lead pursuit strategies and prepare winning proposals for new and existing clients.
  • Provide business leadership for environmental remediation, site characterization, and water resources work in collaboration with regional leaders.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Directly supervise and mentor multidisciplinary teams of engineers, hydrogeologists, and environmental scientists.
  • Support professional growth through mentoring early‑career and mid‑level engineers, geologists, and scientists.
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to WSP Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards and safety plans.
  • Ensure project work complies with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of environmental engineering or science experience, including 5+ years in a dedicated project management role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Advanced experience with site investigations and/or remediation of sediment, surface water, and/or groundwater.
• Strong technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and time management.
• Commitment to WSP’s Code of Conduct and corporate policies.
• Ability to pass a drug test, physical, background check, and maintain a satisfactory driving record per WSP policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering.
• Ability to serve as a Subject Matter Expert within one or more Practice Area Networks.
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Design and construction of sediment remediation and/or water resources restoration projects.
  • Development or leadership of environmental or hydrogeologic models, including large datasets and 3D characterizations.
  • Environmental permitting and regulatory coordination with US EPA and/or state agencies.
  • Leadership of interdisciplinary teams spanning environmental, geotechnical, water resources, ecological, and regulatory disciplines.
  • Construction oversight and contractor management experience in the Midwest U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Positions are open to all qualified applicants regardless of Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, or Veteran Status. Qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact HR.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.