WSP in Africa

Senior Construction Project Manager

WSP in Africa  •  El Paso, TX (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full time Construction Project Manager for El Paso Texas office.
Be involved in projects with our Construction Management Team and be a part of a growing organization
that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.


The Construction Project Manager will assist the WSP Construction Management Local Business Lead,
providing expert advice on local strategic Construction Management business development
opportunities. In addition, for new projects he will provide oversight throughout the implementation
phase of the project, focusing on coordinating schedules, reviewing constructability, monitoring costs,
and ensuring that the project aligns with the client's goals to guide the project towards successful
completion within budget and timeframe.

Your Impact

Business Development:

  • Identify potential new markets and client segments within the region.
  • Monitor local and regional construction projects for potential opportunities.
  • Network with industry professionals at conferences, events, and through professional
    associations.
  • Conduct client presentations to showcase company capabilities and value proposition.
  • Gather project opportunities requirements and develop, with others, comprehensive proposals,
    including pricing and project timelines.
  • Collaborate with internal teams like estimating, design, and project management to ensure
    accurate proposal details.
  • Support contact negotiations with clients to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
  • Maintain ongoing relationships with existing clients to foster repeat business and referrals.

Pre-construction phase:

  • Assist in site selection and feasibility analysis
  • Conduct constructability reviews of design documents
  • Provide cost estimating and budget development
  • Help with bid package preparation and contractor selection
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other consultants

Construction phase:

  • Monitor project progress against schedule and budget
  • Identify and manage potential risks
  • Review change orders and recommend approvals
  • Oversee quality control and safety compliance
  • Facilitate communication between the owner, design team, and contractors
  • Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings
  • Analyze project data to identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Provide recommendations for project 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

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Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction experience, State of Texas Professional Engineers
    license
  • Deep understanding of construction practices, building codes, and project delivery methods
  • 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

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.

WSP in Africa

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.​

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.​

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1885
Website
wsp.com
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