Stations/Parking Project Manager

WSP in the U.S.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 157,500 - 233,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Parking/Stations Program Manager in Chicago, Illinois, to oversee transportation facilities projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in design and project management, including a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering.

Responsibilities include leading teams, planning schedules and budgets, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. The position offers significant growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in design and project management.
• Professional licensure (R.A.) in Illinois.
• Knowledge of state and city building codes.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project goals and progress to stakeholders.
• Lead teams to develop solutions for project needs.
• Plan schedules and budgets while ensuring deliverables.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Risk Management

Design

Education

Bachelor of Architecture or Engineering

Master’s in Engineering, Architecture, or Business Administration

Job description

Parking/Stations Program Manager – Chicago, Illinois

WSP’s Transportation and Infrastructure Group seeks a Parking/Stations Program Manager to deliver transportation facilities projects from start to finish, including traditional and alternate delivery methods. The role is based in our Chicago office with opportunities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate project goals and progress to multiple stakeholders.
• Lead and bring teams together to develop solutions that meet project needs and goals.
• Develop and assemble design teams, including visioning the project approach.
• Plan schedules, budgets, and follow through on deliverables.
• Maintain strong oral and written communication skills and coordinate project status with Senior Management.
• Utilize project management tools for scheduling, budgeting, and risk registers.

Typical Project Types

• Transportation projects: rail, bus, airports, marine ports; facility building types: administration buildings, tolling structures, parking structures, bus and rail stations, maintenance facilities, ancillary buildings.
• Pre‑K through higher education school buildings.
• Traditional and alternate delivery projects.

Growth Opportunities

• Build relationships with discipline leads within the Chicago office.
• Build relationships with Chicago Senior Management, clients, and stakeholders.
• Lead the development of teaming arrangements and proposals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture or Engineering with facility type experience.
• 12+ years of experience (≥10 years design, ≥8 years project management).
• Project Manager on complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Professional licensure (R.A.) in Illinois.
• Knowledge of state and city building codes.
• Well‑versed in assembling contract documents.
• Excellent communication and writing skills and well organized.
• Self‑starter, able to work independently.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Engineering, Architecture, or Business Administration.
• Experience in transit and rail station design, including familiarity with NFPA 130.
• Experience in facility (building) design and design‑build delivery.
• Transportation industry experience.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $157,500 – $233,860.

Location

Chicago, Illinois.

EEO Statement

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.