Telecommunications Project Manager

WSP in the U.S.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Paid vacation/personal time

Retirement savings options

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Telecommunications Project Manager to manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure project delivery on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, along with 7-10 years of extensive project management experience. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $158,000, based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in project and/or program management on large engineering/construction projects.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to report on KPIs and manage project risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of engineers, designers and other staff through project completion.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding project status and quality.

Skills

Project and program management

Excellent written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

PMP certification (preferred)

Degree in related fields such as Engineering or Planning

Tools

MS Project

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Telecommunications Project Manager role at WSP in the U.S. with kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company specializing in the design of Mission Critical Data Centers.

Role involves leading multidisciplinary teams on medium to large projects, coordinating client relationships, and delivering projects on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of engineers, designers and other staff through project completion.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently and guide them to successful completion.
• Prepare project work plans, proposals, schedules, and obtain management/client approval.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding project status and quality; proactively resolve issues.
• Manage relationships with project stakeholders, including internal and external clients and vendors, regulatory authorities and technical agencies; keep stakeholders informed of progress and issues to manage expectations.
• Track, analyze and report on actual performance against plan; prepare cost and schedule reporting for clients and internal use; address change management promptly.
• Internal reporting includes monthly project financial forecast, budget maintenance, KPI monitoring.
• Analyze project risks, establish contingency plans, and identify triggers for action.
• Lead and manage business development initiatives including RFQs and RFPs; develop scope of work and fee estimates for approvals.
• Provide mentoring and leadership to team members; maintain project records and monitor correspondence.
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings; administer subconsultant agreements as assigned.
• Implement and manage the kW Quality Control Plan; monitor workload management and client/subconsultant invoicing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years in project and/or program management on large engineering/construction projects.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams; familiarity with engineering consulting environments preferred.
• Experience with project delivery models, planning, risk, cost, and schedule management; ability to report on KPIs.
• Excellent written and oral communication; capable of presentations to senior management, officials and the public.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse teams; clear, concise communication with stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking, analytical, and decision-making abilities; adaptable to deadlines, ambiguity, and change.
• Negotiation skills with sensitivity to political and stakeholder dynamics.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management software; experienced with reading drawings and specifications; MS Project proficiency.
• Commitment to ethical decision-making and adherence to WSP Code of Conduct and safety policies.
• Ability to work in the United States and comply with health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project or Program Management Professional certification (PMP).
• Degree in related fields such as Engineering or Planning.

Benefits and Compensation

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation/personal time, parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization-related activities. Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $100,000–$158,000. WSP USA reserves the right to adjust the final offer based on qualifications and location.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm with more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices in the U.S. WSP designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets.

WSP 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.

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