Senior Transportation Project Manager

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead transportation projects in Missouri. This role offers the chance to work with a dynamic team, manage diverse projects, and enhance your design skills while mentoring junior staff. You will be responsible for overseeing project delivery, financial management, and strategic growth initiatives. Join a company renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, where your contributions will shape the future of transportation in the region. If you are a seasoned professional looking to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation projects across Missouri in urban and rural settings.
• Responsible for project delivery, staffing, and financial management.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak

OpenRoads Software

Job description

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 group with strong work ethics and a great culture of collaboration and camaraderie. You would be joining one of the largest and best transportation design firms in the nation. Projects are diverse in nature, interesting, and challenging.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for transportation projects across the State of Missouri both in urban and rural settings. Your responsibilities will include the management of task leaders, schedules, budgets, and client expectations across diverse projects including expansion of Missouri’s interstate system and urban reconstruction. You will participate in the formulation and presentation of technical concepts in proposal development, during the design phase, and for client presentations. Additionally, you will be engaged in the growth and development of our team by providing mentorship, technical guidance, and participation in the hiring and evaluation of junior staff. As a successful candidate, you will have the opportunity to take control of your own career path. This position is an excellent opportunity to continue to enhance your design skills, build relationships within WSP, as well as expand your experience with a diverse offering of clients around the region.

Your Impact

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Managing projects and teams to provide quality delivery on projects of all types and sizes.
• Responsible for contract and financial management of projects.
• Responsible for staffing civil projects and keeping civil staff utilized.
• Assist in the strategic growth of market sectors including marketing, proposal writing, and business development.
• Create a professional environment of innovation, opportunity, development and continuous improvement that supports office objectives.
• Recruit, retain and develop top industry talent.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in civil/transportation engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited civil engineering program.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Missouri or ability to obtain within three months.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to lead and guide civil engineering staff.
• Successful project management experience.
• An excellent communicator and team leader.
• MoDOT, City of St. Louis, and other Local Municipality Experience.
• Familiarity with AASHTO and Missouri DOT Criteria and Standards.
• Understanding and knowledge of MicroStation, Geopak and OpenRoads Software.
• Ability to provide value in marketing and business development activities.
• Strong background in developing preliminary and final engineering deliverables.
• Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and criteria using sound judgment.
• Experience in alternative delivery projects is a plus.