Senior VP, Program Management: Mega Rail Delivery Leader

WSP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 290,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Strong retirement options

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Vice President, Program Management to work in Washington DC. Lead mega rail projects, oversee CBTC transformations, and drive on-time, on-budget delivery across multiple projects.

This role requires extensive international CBTC delivery experience and a strong leadership presence. The position demands a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 15+ years in transit program delivery, including familiarity with WMATA policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 15+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years of international CBTC delivery experience.
• Proven delivery of major transit programs with multi-project scope.
• Familiarity with WMATA or similar agency policies and procedures.
• Strong executive-level communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a program director role on mega rail transportation projects.
• Lead delivery of connected CBTC transformation projects through design, construction and closeout.
• Manage client financials to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Perform schedule reviews and analysis; provide solutions to issues.
• Develop and maintain Project Management Plans including controls, design, risk, safety, quality, and environment.

Skills

Program management leadership

Executive communication

MS Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP is seeking a Senior Vice President, Program Management to work in Washington DC. Lead mega rail projects, oversee CBTC transformations, and drive on-time, on-budget delivery across multiple projects.

This role requires extensive international CBTC delivery experience and a strong leadership presence. The position demands a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 15+ years in transit program delivery, including familiarity with WMATA policies.