Project Management Regional Manager -… at Architecture49 · Allentown

WSP is currently initiating a search for a P&E Project Management Regional Manager for our Power Delivery Project Management Business Unit to develop, lead and manage large and complex engineering projects in various delivery models. The candidate selected will lead newly created P&E PPM PD Cost Center managing “E” in the EPC projects, large and or complex projects across the United States using different deliver model. This is a remote role, and the successful candidate may work from any mutually acceptable location within the United States.

This Opportunity

PPM PD Regional Manager Strategic Delivery- Large & Complex Projects is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities, P&L and project execution to produce a product consistent with WSP’s mission statement and our culture. The selected candidate is expected to lead by example in adhering to WSP’s culture and defined project management and business practices, and to achieve the goals of the business plan, maintain WSP’s high-quality standards, promote internal teamwork and meet the needs of our clients. The position requires a focus on the division initiatives related to Client Connection, Uncompromising Quality and Building a Better Future Together.

Your Impact

• Demonstrate ownership, personal accountability, and proper decorum in all interactions
• Act as approver throughout the project life cycle. This will include review and approval responsibilities as outlined in the Regional Delegation of Authority (RDOA) and Project Delivery procedures.
• Work with direct reports on requirements for monthly project reviews (MPRs) and ensure applicable performance requirements for projects are being met and if not, mitigation plans are developed and executed to align with project performance expectations.
• Preparation and execution of PM BU’s business plan
• Develop, meet, and exceed business plan financial and strategic goals, including but not limited to the following KPIs:
  • Planned vs Actual Utilization
  • Planned/As-sold vs Actual DLM
  • Planned/As-sold vs Actual Net Margin
  • Planned vs Actual hiring
  • Team retention
• Develop and maintain relationships with EPC partners in conjunction with the EPC coordinator and others.
• Organize and lead meetings both internally and externally with EPC partners and others as necessary.
• Assist with development of rate schedules, review of contract T&Cs, and negotiations with clients ensuring compliance with RDOA triggers.
• Develop and execute recruiting plan. Monitor and address retention. Ensure a strong mentoring relationship is established with all new PM’s.
• Oversee the employee review process for all staff. Perform reviews for all direct reports.
• Support the development of the next generation of leaders. Develop confidential, written leadership succession plan for region.
• Ensure that monthly meetings are held with each PM to discuss project status, processes and relevant reports as identified as best practices in WSP’s PM training.
• Leverage the Regional Manager for developing executive level relationships for specific target clients.
• Coordinate with regional Business Development staff on key client and project opportunities.
• Fulfill executive sponsor, and PM mentor on project(s) as necessary.
• 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
• Fifteen (15) + years of project management experience required
• Ten (10) + years of proven experience in team management, recruiting and mentoring required
• Twenty (20) + years’ industry experience – with understanding of current industry trends
• Established client relationships in the industry (IOUs, EPC Contractors and developers).
• Proven knowledge and experience of establishing, leading and executing large projects with various delivery models
• Proven leadership experience
• Proven experience in client development and relationship management
• 20-30% travel required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PE (or equivalent) license or PMP certification
• Participation and leadership in relevant industry professional organizations
• Demonstrated competence in working with multiple departments, disciplines, and multiple companies to deliver successful projects
• Knowledge of WSPs major clients in general including EPC partners for “E” in EPC projects

About the Company

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.

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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.