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Who We Are

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Resident Engineer for our Portland, OR office.  The following locations will also be considered: Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA.  Be involved in projects with our PMCM (Program Management & Construction Management) Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact Bring a “best practice” mindset with an eye to constant improvement and quality in delivery of work product including developing comprehensive quality plans and working with independent internal and client quality assurance teams Perform marketing and networking activities to develop and maintain strong client relationships, expand work, assist with developing strategic teaming partners Develop staffing plans and schedules to meet task requirements, delivering technical excellence and quality work in accordance with project schedules and budgets Manage sub-consultants Supervise field inspection and field office personnel Review work in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project drawings and specifications Responsible for quality control of field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, and surveying on projects Apply diversified knowledge of construction engineering principles and practices and independently make decisions on significant construction engineering problems Develop and maintain team inspection standards at high quality level of delivery 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.

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Who You Are

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or relevant field; or equivalent experience/education combination Minimum of 10 overall years of experience with specific, demonstrated Project Manager / Resident Engineer experience on highway and/or transit/rail projects and/or maritime projects Professional registration (PE) Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships Demonstrated experience in the role of construction management marketing, Project/Construction Manager/Resident Engineer Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. Demonstrated team building and verbal/oral skills Able to foster collaboration between technical and management teams working from other locations Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. Computer literate Ability to travel for work when needed Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies Valid state driver’s license. Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with project scheduling, estimating and constructability reviews Civil Infrastructure (roadway/bridge) construction and/or program management experience with medium to large size projects Maritime Infrastructure (ports/harbors/Navy) construction and/or program management experience with medium to large size projects Keen understanding of pursuit management and client relationship building Experience with local, state, federal and transit organizations in the states of Oregon, Washington, and Alaska

 

Additional Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Additional Details Travel Required: 10% Job Status: Regular Employee Type: Full Primary Location: PORTLAND - 1300 SW 5TH AVE All locations: US-OR-Portland, US-WA-Seattle 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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