Strategic Freight & Logistics Advisor

WSP in the U.S.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Freight and Logistics Advisory in the United States. The role focuses on translating industry knowledge into actionable plans, investment roadmaps, and funding strategies for public and private sector clients across freight, port, and logistics sectors.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in port/logistics environments, strategic thinking, and strong communication, with the ability to lead studies and build client relationships across geographies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public policy, engineering, economics, business, logistics, supply chain management, maritime studies, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in port, maritime, logistics, supply chain, intermodal, rail, or related goods-movement environments.
• Experience with port authorities, terminal operators, ocean carriers, railroads, logistics providers, shippers, or public agencies.
• Ability to support or lead studies, plans, market assessments, investment strategies, or implementation efforts.
• Familiarity with freight operations, terminal systems, commodity flows, supply chain trends, infrastructure needs, technologies, or data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive, technical, and non-technical audiences.
• Sound judgment and commitment to responsible, ethical decision-making per WSP’s policies.

Responsibilities

• Advise public- and private-sector clients on freight, port, logistics, infrastructure, and supply chain strategies.
• Lead and support studies, market assessments, strategic plans, feasibility analyses, and implementation roadmaps.
• Help clients evaluate operational needs, market conditions, infrastructure constraints, funding opportunities, and investment tradeoffs.
• Develop client, partner, and industry relationships while supporting new advisory opportunities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Prepare and present clear recommendations for executive, technical, public-sector, and industry audiences.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Strong communication

Professional judgment

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

WSP is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Freight and Logistics Advisory in the United States. The role focuses on translating industry knowledge into actionable plans, investment roadmaps, and funding strategies for public and private sector clients across freight, port, and logistics sectors.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in port/logistics environments, strategic thinking, and strong communication, with the ability to lead studies and build client relationships across geographies.