Transmission Project Coordinator - Power Delivery

WSP in the U.S.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate Transmission Project Management - Power Delivery in Minneapolis, MN, with duties to coordinate, track, and support project delivery for a client in Maple Grove, MN. The role partners with project management, production, and services across multidisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes documentation, schedule and risk tracking, budget support, and preparing updates for stakeholders while upholding WSP safety policies and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant post-education experience in a project management support role within the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related major, or equivalent experience in a technical or engineering firm.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with basic project management software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify project risks and work collaboratively to develop solutions.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily project activities by working closely with internal teams, clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and align with project objectives.
• Monitors project progress by tracking key performance indicators, identifying potential risks or delays, and reporting findings to senior team members.
• Prepares and maintains project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, risk assessments, change orders, and project closeout reports.
• Supports the management of project budgets by assisting in tracking expenses, reviewing cost estimates, and ensuring expenditures align with approved budgets.
• Helps identify and address routine challenges during project execution, escalating complex issues to senior staff when necessary.
• Assists in preparing presentations, reports, and status updates for project meetings, senior management, and clients.
• 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

Project coordination

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

WSP is seeking an Associate Transmission Project Management - Power Delivery in Minneapolis, MN, with duties to coordinate, track, and support project delivery for a client in Maple Grove, MN. The role partners with project management, production, and services across multidisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes documentation, schedule and risk tracking, budget support, and preparing updates for stakeholders while upholding WSP safety policies and professional conduct.