Senior Transportation Project Manager

WSP in the U.S.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Manager to lead diverse projects in Missouri. This role offers the opportunity to manage teams, mentor junior staff, and engage in innovative project development. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to quality results and market growth. With a focus on collaboration and professional development, this position allows you to enhance your engineering skills while contributing to impactful transportation solutions. If you're passionate about making a difference in civil engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of civil/transportation engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer registration in Missouri or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation projects across Missouri.
• Handle contract and financial management.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Workplace Safety

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak

OpenRoads

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This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Project Manager to join us in our St. Louis, Missouri office.

WSP continues to grow our Missouri market, and you will work with both the local and regional offices to continue this exciting trend. The local and regional group is a dynamic and energetic team with strong work ethics and a culture of collaboration and camaraderie. You would be joining one of the largest and best transportation design firms in the nation. Projects are diverse, interesting, and challenging.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for transportation projects across Missouri in both urban and rural settings. Your responsibilities include managing task leaders, schedules, budgets, and client expectations across projects such as interstate system expansions and urban reconstruction. You will participate in technical concept formulation and presentation during proposal development, design, and client meetings. Additionally, you will mentor and guide junior staff, contribute to team growth, and have opportunities to develop your career. This role offers a chance to enhance your design skills, build relationships within WSP, and expand your regional client experience.

Your Impact

Duties and Responsibilities Include

• Managing projects and teams to deliver quality results.
• Handling contract and financial management.
• Staffing civil projects and ensuring utilization.
• Supporting market growth through marketing, proposals, and business development.
• Creating an innovative, opportunity-driven, and supportive work environment.
• Recruiting, retaining, and developing top talent.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive civil/transportation engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited program.
• Professional Engineer registration in Missouri or ability to obtain within three months.
• Responsible decision-making and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Proven commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience with civil engineering staff.
• Successful project management background.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Experience with MoDOT, City of St. Louis, and other municipalities.
• Familiarity with AASHTO and Missouri DOT standards.
• Knowledge of MicroStation, Geopak, and OpenRoads software.
• Ability to contribute to marketing and business development.
• Strong skills in engineering deliverables development.
• Independent judgment in applying engineering techniques.
• Experience with alternative delivery projects is a plus.

About WSP

US Operations

WSP USA, part of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm, employs over 15,000 professionals across more than 300 offices nationwide. We focus on designing lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental markets, partnering with communities to foster prosperity.

We offer a flexible, agile workplace and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement plans. We are committed to employee growth, providing challenging opportunities to advance careers and knowledge.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or recruiters. Resumes sent without a signed agreement will be considered property of WSP, which reserves the right to hire the candidate without obligation to the sender.