Construction Manager, Federal Programs

WSP USA • Virginia Beach, VA • 3h ago

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Construction Manager, Federal Programs with the potential to work out of either Richmond, VA or Virginia Beach, VA.

Your Impact

Pre-construction phase:

Assist in site selection and feasibility analysis.

Conduct constructability reviews of design documents.

Coordinate cost estimating and budget development efforts by our Estimating Team.

Lead project planning and schedule preparation effort and coordinate with project controls team.

Support client during project procurement phase and contractor selection.

Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other consultants, in-house and outside consultants.

Construction phase:

Identify and manage potential risks, mitigate or minimize

Spearhead the implementation of a PMIS system for the client

Monitor project progress against schedule and budget

Manage project change and recommend actions

Oversee quality control and safety compliance

Reviews project activities with client, designer, and contractor's field supervision resolving any issues

Oversees materials testing activities

Reviews daily inspection reports and other project documentation

Facilitate communication between the owner, design team, and contractors

Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings

Analyze project data to identify cost-savings opportunities

Provide recommendations for project scope adjustments as needed

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

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent experience

7+ years of relevant construction experience

EIT registration.

A demonstrated ability to read and completely understand contract documents

Deep understanding of construction practices, building codes, and project delivery methods

Successful relationship with clients and team members in the field.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders

Proven experience in construction management, preferably with a focus on owner representation

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to obtain a US government security clearance.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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