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WSP in the U.S.

Construction Manager

WSP in the U.S., Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Overview Full-Time Construction Manager

with the potential to work out of any of WSP’s US offices, including Tempe/Phoenix, AZ; San Diego, CA; Las Vegas, NV; Chicago, IL; or Detroit, MI. The successful candidate will have experience providing construction and technical direction on building/facilities construction related projects. Our ideal candidate will have experience in construction oversight of small to medium, multi-discipline projects from assignment through commissioning, close-out, and turnover to client.

Your Impact

Supporting the Project Manager in tendering works, bid reviews and bid analysis.

Managing construction projects upon award of contracts.

Contractor coordination.

Budget monitoring and schedule monitoring with adherence to cost and delivery contractual commitments.

Construction monitoring and thorough documentation of project, delivering a weekly report on project status.

Maintaining a weekly construction log in a terse, professional format.

Record and document significant verbal, telephone, and media messaging.

Quality control, documentation and resolution of poor-quality fabrication, installation or materials by general contractors, trade disciplines, and suppliers.

Change order control, including detailed knowledge of change and contractual requirements.

Job safety, monitoring, and compliance with WSP and USPS’s safety, health and environmental (SH&E) requirements.

Project start-up meetings and documentation and attendance in meetings including safety program.

Manage and assist in responding to RFIs, material and equipment submittals and shop drawings.

Interface with client as required or defined for program.

Project turnover of documentation, to include as-built drawings, training manuals, OEM installation/operation & maintenance manuals.

Equipment and systems testing and commissioning.

Field assignments are local and regional depending on technical capabilities and travel willingness. Overnight travel is up to 100%.

Implementation of standards in compliance with USPS/WSP program requirements and coordination with Sr. construction managers in planning, execution, and delivery of similar project requirements.

Possess knowledge of construction processes and demonstrate construction management skills in integration/coordination of project elements, scope, time, cost, quality, changes, and communication of project information.

Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within approved budget, and in accordance with quality standards and contract requirements.

Clear and precise record keeping meeting contract and regulatory requirements.

Compliance with all USPS/WSP Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.

Types of buildings include offices, light industrial facilities, maintenance facilities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

Experience working with outside 3rd party vendors, suppliers, and contractors.

Minimum of 7 years of experience and demonstrated success with construction management or related disciplines.

Ability to self-motivate with an entrepreneurial spirit. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, MS Project. Familiar with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and project management software such as Procore a plus, but not required (willing to learn software as applicable).

Experience working with direct and indirect resources, minimum of 5+ years acting in a construction management capacity or supervisory role on light industrial or commercial projects.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of environmental, safety and health regulatory compliance. Negotiation and construction management skills.

Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience working with technical disciplines.

Strong organizational skills.

Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, floor plans, shop drawings, specifications, and schedules related to architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC equipment, and building structures.

Physical Demands

Must have the ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended periods and handle standard field-testing equipment.

Must be able to work in varying environments (office and field) and be willing to travel.

Must pass drug test, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Benefits and Compensation WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings. Compensation: Expected Salary: $98,300 - $164,450. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits depending on circumstances.

About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. 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.

Notice to third party agencies: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or other staffing services. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP.

Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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