WSP in the U.S.
Senior Consultant, Ports and Marine Civil/Structural Engineering
WSP in the U.S., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Senior Consultant, Ports and Marine Civil/Structural Engineering
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Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP USA is seeking a
Senior Consultant, Ports and Marine Engineering
to join our National Maritime Practice Group. This position can be based out of the following offices: Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco-CA, Miami-FL, Portland-OR, Seattle-WA, or Houston-TX.
Provides engineering support to other technical staff, engineers, and project managers for the development, design, construction, and/or inspection of structures and facilities for port, marine, and intermodal rail terminal projects in the public and private sector. Facilities may include piers, wharves, port and upland marine terminals, seawalls/bulkheads, dry docks, marinas and other nearshore/offshore facilities. Delivers work products at a quality level that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
Provide leadership for engineering tasks including collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, survey data, technical reports and drawings, and/or other data matrices for project development, design, and construction.
Lead development of construction plans and schedules, specifications, and cost estimates for ports and marine projects. Prepare and implement site safety activity plans and coordinate field work activities.
Lead cross-functional teams to execute project work on mid-level projects or multiple concurrent smaller projects. Collaborate with other engineers and multi-disciplinary teams on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvements. Track budgets and milestone progress; support completion of PS&E submissions.
Write technical reports and document findings using sketches, calculations, spreadsheets, technical drawings, and engineering software (including SAP2000 and similar FEM tools).
Apply higher-order engineering techniques to develop project design requirements, incorporating marine-practice engineering standards. Identify project site, design and construction risks and provide mitigation solutions.
Create simplified and advanced computer structural analytical finite element models for design of fixed and floating marine structures, subject to gravity, live loads, environmental loads, and seismic loads.
Prepare design documentation for structural components including steel and concrete (cast-in-place and precast/prestressed) deep foundation systems, and substructure/superstructure elements.
Prepare project task budgets and schedules for review.
Prepare and present findings and recommendations to internal/external team members and clients.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Conduct overwater and/or over-deck inspections of port terminals and visually assess condition of elements.
Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies; exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources.
Complete assigned trainings and perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
5 to 7 years of relevant experience in marine project-specific design (including rehabilitation and new design)
EIT or similar certification/licensure
Experience in analysis and design of marine projects, proficient in SAP2000 and/or other FEM tools; design and detailing of reinforced and prestressed concrete and steel components per ACI, AISC, PCI, and/or AASHTO
Experience with AutoCAD, REVIT, and related BIM tools
Construction experience in ports and marine-related projects
Understanding of multidisciplinary team coordination and design/construction document preparation; familiarity with domestic/international agency design standards
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; proficient technical report writing
Ability to lead with attention to detail, multi-task, and prioritize in a dynamic environment; capable of working independently or as part of a team
Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies
Occasional travel may be required; ability to work schedules that extend beyond the typical workweek
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program with 7+ years of post-education design experience in ports and marine structures
Registered Professional Engineer licensure
Familiarity with domestic/international marine terminal codes (e.g., MOTEMS, ASCE COPRI, PIANC) and DoD criteria
Experience with LSDYNA or related software
Active involvement in local professional practice organizations
Experience with marine, port, and coastal construction laws, codes, and compliance practices
Field investigation or construction support experience for port and marine structures
Open to candidates with a commercial dive license (ADCI or DCBC) in addition to qualifications
Compensation and Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance; retirement savings; paid leave and vacation; parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings. Compensation is location-dependent.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper.
WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 will become the property of WSP.
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Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP USA is seeking a
Senior Consultant, Ports and Marine Engineering
to join our National Maritime Practice Group. This position can be based out of the following offices: Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco-CA, Miami-FL, Portland-OR, Seattle-WA, or Houston-TX.
Provides engineering support to other technical staff, engineers, and project managers for the development, design, construction, and/or inspection of structures and facilities for port, marine, and intermodal rail terminal projects in the public and private sector. Facilities may include piers, wharves, port and upland marine terminals, seawalls/bulkheads, dry docks, marinas and other nearshore/offshore facilities. Delivers work products at a quality level that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
Provide leadership for engineering tasks including collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, survey data, technical reports and drawings, and/or other data matrices for project development, design, and construction.
Lead development of construction plans and schedules, specifications, and cost estimates for ports and marine projects. Prepare and implement site safety activity plans and coordinate field work activities.
Lead cross-functional teams to execute project work on mid-level projects or multiple concurrent smaller projects. Collaborate with other engineers and multi-disciplinary teams on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvements. Track budgets and milestone progress; support completion of PS&E submissions.
Write technical reports and document findings using sketches, calculations, spreadsheets, technical drawings, and engineering software (including SAP2000 and similar FEM tools).
Apply higher-order engineering techniques to develop project design requirements, incorporating marine-practice engineering standards. Identify project site, design and construction risks and provide mitigation solutions.
Create simplified and advanced computer structural analytical finite element models for design of fixed and floating marine structures, subject to gravity, live loads, environmental loads, and seismic loads.
Prepare design documentation for structural components including steel and concrete (cast-in-place and precast/prestressed) deep foundation systems, and substructure/superstructure elements.
Prepare project task budgets and schedules for review.
Prepare and present findings and recommendations to internal/external team members and clients.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Conduct overwater and/or over-deck inspections of port terminals and visually assess condition of elements.
Adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies; exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources.
Complete assigned trainings and perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
5 to 7 years of relevant experience in marine project-specific design (including rehabilitation and new design)
EIT or similar certification/licensure
Experience in analysis and design of marine projects, proficient in SAP2000 and/or other FEM tools; design and detailing of reinforced and prestressed concrete and steel components per ACI, AISC, PCI, and/or AASHTO
Experience with AutoCAD, REVIT, and related BIM tools
Construction experience in ports and marine-related projects
Understanding of multidisciplinary team coordination and design/construction document preparation; familiarity with domestic/international agency design standards
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; proficient technical report writing
Ability to lead with attention to detail, multi-task, and prioritize in a dynamic environment; capable of working independently or as part of a team
Proven commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies
Occasional travel may be required; ability to work schedules that extend beyond the typical workweek
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program with 7+ years of post-education design experience in ports and marine structures
Registered Professional Engineer licensure
Familiarity with domestic/international marine terminal codes (e.g., MOTEMS, ASCE COPRI, PIANC) and DoD criteria
Experience with LSDYNA or related software
Active involvement in local professional practice organizations
Experience with marine, port, and coastal construction laws, codes, and compliance practices
Field investigation or construction support experience for port and marine structures
Open to candidates with a commercial dive license (ADCI or DCBC) in addition to qualifications
Compensation and Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance; retirement savings; paid leave and vacation; parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings. Compensation is location-dependent.
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper.
WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 will become the property of WSP.
#J-18808-Ljbffr