Associate Project Manager

Responsibilities

The Associate Project Manager coordinates daily project activities, monitors progress against key performance indicators, and manages project documentation. They also support budget tracking and facilitate communication between internal teams, contractors, and clients.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in a project management support role within the architecture, engineering, or construction industry. A bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

• Project management
• Coordination
• Communication
• Budget management
• Risk assessment
• Technical writing
• Microsoft Office
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving
• Data analysis
• Stakeholder management
• Construction compliance
• Reporting
• Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Paid parental leave
• Bereavement leave

About this role

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Associate Project Manager in Denver,
CO.  The following location will also be considered: Fort Worth, TX.  This
position can also be offered remotely from an agreed upon WSP USA office.

Be involved in projects with our Program Management Team and be a part of a
growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their
challenges.

This Opportunity

Supports the planning, coordination, and execution of assigned projects in
accordance with WSP’s core values and the level of project services agreed upon
in the contract by WSP and the client(s). This position is an integral member of
the project team working closely with Project Management, Production and Project
Services within our client’s Substation Shop. Works closely with
multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and clients to facilitate efficient
project workflows and ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with
project objectives. Plays a key role in tracking project progress, maintaining
documentation, and communicating updates to internal and external stakeholders.
 

Your Impact

* 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.  Provide high level
coordination/administrative and analytic support to client.
* 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.  Assess project
risks and issues and provide solutions where applicable.
* Assists in preparing presentations, reports, and status updates for project
meetings, senior management, and clients.  Facilitate, organize, attend and
participate in stakeholder meetings.  
* 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.
 

Required 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.
* Basic understanding of project management principles and processes, with a
focus on coordination and communication.
* 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.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and
financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include
coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement
savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental
leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance
at naturalization proceedings. 

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $78,600 - $135,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith
believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful
applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to
internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to
ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits
and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s
sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $64,000 - $103,100

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith
believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of
Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge,
skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic
location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the
posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on
circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected...

About WSP

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