Senior Project Manager, Construction Management

Responsibilities

Lead field execution and construction oversight for complex infrastructure projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and resolving technical, schedule, safety, and constructability issues. Manage client and contractor relationships, contract and change order matters, quality and regulatory compliance, project reporting, closeout, and staff development.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related discipline, or equivalent experience, and at least 10 years of relevant experience managing complex construction projects. Candidates should bring expertise in construction methods, contracts, scheduling, safety, compliance, QA/QC, project controls, and claims, along with strong leadership and communication skills; a master’s degree and relevant certifications are preferred.

Skills

• Construction Project Management
• Field Execution
• Construction Oversight
• Contract Administration
• Critical Path Scheduling
• Schedule Risk Management
• Change Order Management
• Construction Safety
• QA/QC
• Regulatory Compliance
• Environmental Compliance
• Claims Resolution
• Forensic Construction Analysis
• Project Controls
• Stakeholder Communication
• Team Leadership

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings

About this role

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Project Manager for our Power
Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector.  Your home office would be either in Tampa or
Orlando, Florida; however, this position can be remote.  Be involved in projects
with our P&E team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our
clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

This position will have the ability to work remotely from anywhere in the United
States.  WSP will not provide sponsorship for this position.

WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program
management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies
have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy
advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape
how energy systems evolve around the world—and we need your help. 

THIS OPPORTUNITY

Oversees the planning and execution of large-scale, technically complex
construction projects by providing strategic direction, resolving high-impact
field issues, and ensuring alignment with client expectations, contract
requirements, and performance objectives. Leverages deep expertise in
construction methods, regulatory compliance, and contract administration to lead
multidisciplinary teams and deliver high-quality project outcomes. Supports the
development of long-term project strategies, promotes innovation in construction
practices, and champions risk mitigation efforts that preserve schedule, cost,
and safety performance. Acts as a trusted advisor to clients and internal
leadership while mentoring team members and contributing to organizational
excellence in construction delivery.

YOUR IMPACT

* Coordinating construction activities within substations throughout all
Districts to facilitate Distribution Automation.
* Document control for engineered communication one-line drawings, site visit
notes, and construction task requests.
* Maintain Project status log for all Distribution Automation and Under
Frequency Design projects, communicate project details and updates to
internal and external stakeholders.
* Submit weekly and bi-weekly reports to internal and external stakeholders.
* Maintain lines of communication between different stakeholders including
Protection and Control technicians, Field Construction Coordinators,
Telecommunication technicians, and Engineer’s
* Lead overall field execution and construction oversight for complex projects
or large multi-site programs.
* Coordinate technical and operational aspects of construction, ensuring
alignment with engineering design, contract scope, and regulatory standards.
* Resolve escalated technical, logistical, and constructability issues in
coordination with project stakeholders.
* Serve as the senior field liaison between clients, contractors, consultants,
and agency representatives.
* Oversee the implementation of construction safety strategies and promote a
culture of safety excellence.
* Lead the review of detailed project schedules, assess critical path elements,
and guide schedule recovery efforts.
* Provide high-level input to contract negotiations, change order evaluations,
and dispute resolution processes.
* Support QA/QC implementation across the project lifecycle, including review
of inspection reports and corrective actions.
* Champion constructability and risk reviews, offering innovative solutions to
optimize construction delivery.
* Participate in executive-level client briefings, board meetings, and progress
reporting forums.
* Develop and implement field execution plans that align with project goals and
resource availability.
* Guide the integration of project controls with field data to improve
reporting accuracy and decision-making.
* Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, site permits,
and sustainability requirements.
* Contribute to the preparation of claims defense documentation and forensic
construction analyses.
* Lead technical mentoring and training of junior and mid-level staff,
supporting workforce development.
* Drive the coordination of punch list development, final inspections, and
system commissioning.
* Collaborate with design teams to review constructability concerns and
implement design modifications.
* Support preconstruction and proposal efforts by developing field strategies,
logistics plans, and staffing projections.
* Evaluate contractor performance and participate in performance reviews and
closeout assessments.
* Contribute to innovation initiatives by promoting new tools, technologies,
and process improvements.
* Lead lessons learned efforts and disseminate findings across the construction
management practice.
* Provide expert-level technical input to organizational best practices,
standards, and construction delivery frameworks.
* 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 construction management or closely related discipline,
or demonstrated proven equivalent experience.
* 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in construction management or
related areas.
* Extensive experience managing field execution on large, complex
infrastructure or vertical construction projects.
* Proven expertise in construction methodologies, phasing strategies, and site
coordination techniques.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams
and coordinate multiple workstreams.
* Experience negotiating, executing, and managing construction contracts and
associated change orders.
* Expert knowledge of critical path scheduling, delay analysis, and schedule
risk management.
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About WSP

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